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GreenGen power station250 MW Coal

Coal

The GreenGen power station, situated in China at coordinates 38.9250, 117.7271, is a cutting-edge coal-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 250 MW. Commissioned in 2012 and operated by GreenGen Co Ltd, this plant represents a pivotal part of China’s energy generation strategy. Coal remains a dominant fuel source in China, and the GreenGen power station employs advanced coal technology to enhance efficiency and mitigate environmental impacts. It plays a crucial role in stabilizing the local energy grid, particularly in an era where energy demands continue to grow. The facility is strategically important as it supports both the industrial sector and residential energy needs in the region. GreenGen's operational context reflects China's ongoing efforts to balance economic growth with environmental sustainability, as the government seeks to improve air quality and reduce carbon emissions. As the nation pivots towards a more diversified energy portfolio, the GreenGen power station remains a key player in ensuring energy security while facilitating the transition to cleaner energy technologies.

Capacity
250 MW
Commissioning Year
2012

14 years old

Owner
GreenGen Co Ltd
Location
38.9250°, 117.7271°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,179. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #6,657 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,002 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

14 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

GreenGen Co Ltd operates 1 plants totalling 250 MW

Regional density

22 plants within 100 km, 13,617 MW combined

Nearest plant: Tianjin Guodian Beitang power station (20.4 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 38.925000, 117.727100
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
987.7 Kt
1205 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
13.83 Mt
Over 14 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2052
26 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
214.7K
cars per year
131.7K
homes per year
44.9M
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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