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Henan Nengxin Cogen power station420 MW Coal

Coal

Henan Nengxin Cogen power station is an important coal-fired power generation facility located in China, with a capacity of 420 MW. Owned and operated by Henan Pingyu Coal and Electricity Co, this power plant was commissioned in 2008 and plays a pivotal role in the energy landscape of the Henan province. Situated at coordinates 34.0038, 113.8667, the facility is strategically located to provide energy to both residential and industrial consumers in the area. Utilizing subcritical coal combustion technology, the Henan Nengxin Cogen power station efficiently transforms coal into electricity, contributing significantly to the local energy mix. As part of China's broader energy policy, which still heavily relies on coal, this facility underscores the challenges of transitioning towards cleaner energy sources while maintaining energy security. The operational context of this power plant is not only critical for meeting the immediate energy demands of the region but also highlights the balance required in China's energy strategy, where coal continues to play a dominant role. The significance of Henan Nengxin Cogen extends to supporting local economic growth, providing essential energy for development while adapting to the evolving energy landscape.

Capacity
420 MW
Commissioning Year
2008

18 years old

Owner
Henan Pingyu Coal and Electricity Co
Location
34.0038°, 113.8667°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 982. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #5,099 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,677 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.03% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

18 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Henan Pingyu Coal and Electricity Co operates 2 plants totalling 690 MW

Regional density

34 plants within 100 km, 15,409 MW combined

Nearest plant: Longgang Coal (43.3 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 34.003800, 113.866700
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.66 Mt
2024 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
29.87 Mt
Over 18 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2048
22 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
360.7K
cars per year
221.2K
homes per year
75.4M
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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