Guizhou Qingshuihe Maojiahe— 180 MW Hydroelectric
Guizhou Qingshuihe Maojiahe is an important hydropower facility ranked 1284th among China's 4430 power generation facilities, with a capacity of 180 MW. This facility, which is part of a country where coal is the dominant fuel type, represents a small but vital share of national capacity at just 0.01%. Positioned in a region rich in hydropower resources, it is surrounded by several large coal plants, including the Guizhou Faer power station at 2400 MW and the Xuanwei power station at 1800 MW. These nearby facilities emphasize the contrasting energy generation methods in this area, where coal still dominates. Despite being a hydro facility, Guizhou Qingshuihe Maojiahe contributes to the local grid, helping to balance the energy mix in a landscape heavily reliant on fossil fuels. The facility's operational significance lies not only in its energy production but also in its potential role in supporting a transition towards a more diverse energy portfolio in China. As discussions about climate change and energy sustainability continue to grow, hydropower plants like this one stand as a beacon for future investment and development in cleaner energy technologies. With its capacity and position in Guizhou province, the Qingshuihe Maojiahe facility may witness an increased focus on enhancing its output and sustainability practices in the coming years.
16 years old
China, Asia
- 1,284. largest of 4,431 plants in China
- #7,773 worldwide by installed capacity
- #1,562 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
- 0.01% of the installed capacity of China
16 years in operation
Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years
China Three Gorges Corporation operates 508 plants totalling 127,392 MW
24 plants within 100 km, 15,872 MW combined
Source: UNFCCC CDM Registry
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Guizhou Qingshuihe Maojiahe is a hydro power plant producing approximately 631 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.
Lifecycle emissions: ~24 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Hydro
- Energy Source
- Renewable
- Country
China- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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