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Enhong Coal is a significant coal-fired power generation facility located in China, positioned at coordinates 25.2339° N and 104.1108° E. With a robust capacity of 300 MW, this power plant is a vital component of the energy infrastructure in the Yunnan province, providing essential electricity to support both residential and industrial growth. Operated by Yunnan Dongyuan Coal Power Co Ltd, Enhong Coal plays a crucial role in the regional energy mix, where coal continues to serve as a primary energy source. The plant utilizes traditional coal combustion technology, generating electricity through the burning of coal to produce steam that drives turbines. Despite the global trend towards renewable energy, coal remains a dominant force in China's energy generation, contributing to a significant share of the overall electricity output. The facility’s operational context is reflective of Yunnan’s energy landscape, where coal power is essential for meeting local demands while simultaneously navigating the broader energy policies aimed at reducing emissions and promoting sustainability. Enhong Coal exemplifies the challenges and opportunities faced by the energy sector in China as it seeks to balance economic growth with environmental responsibility.

Capacity
300 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
Yunnan Dongyuan Coal Power Co Ltd
Location
25.2339°, 104.1108°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,059. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #6,023 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,851 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Yunnan Dongyuan Coal Power Co Ltd operates 1 plants totalling 300 MW

Regional density

27 plants within 100 km, 11,815 MW combined

Nearest plant: Jiada Coal Mine Cmm And Vam (13.3 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 25.233900, 104.110800
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.19 Mt
1445 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
18.96 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2050
24 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
257.7K
cars per year
158.0K
homes per year
53.9M
trees to offset

Estimates based on Coal emission factor (820 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (55%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Coal
Energy Source
Non-Renewable
Country
China
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

ChinaEnergy Profile

4,431
Total Plants
1617.1 GW
Total Capacity
CoalHydroNuclearGas
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