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Huadian Wuda power station300 MW Coal

Coal

The Huadian Wuda power station is a vital coal-fired power generation facility located in Wuda, China, with a capacity of 300 MW. Owned and operated by China Huadian Group Corporation and commissioned in 2005, this plant plays a significant role in the local energy landscape, providing essential electricity to the grid. Utilizing advanced coal technology, the Huadian Wuda plant efficiently converts coal into power, supporting the energy needs of both local communities and industries. The coordinates 39.4794, 106.7344 place this facility in a region rich in coal resources, enabling it to contribute substantially to the energy supply chain. As China navigates its energy policy framework aimed at increasing renewable energy sources, the Huadian Wuda power station exemplifies the ongoing reliance on coal while also illustrating the challenges of environmental impact and sustainability. While it remains a crucial asset for energy generation in the region, the plant's operation is increasingly scrutinized in light of national initiatives promoting cleaner energy solutions. The Huadian Wuda power station thus represents both the current state of energy generation in China and the pressing need for transition toward more sustainable energy practices.

Capacity
300 MW
Commissioning Year
2005

21 years old

Owner
China Huadian Group Corporation
Location
39.4794°, 106.7344°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,059. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #6,026 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,851 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

21 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

China Huadian Group Corporation operates 19 plants totalling 19,670 MW

Regional density

58 plants within 100 km, 13,130 MW combined

Nearest plant: Junzheng Wuhai power station (3.3 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 39.479400, 106.734400
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.19 Mt
1445 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
24.89 Mt
Over 21 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2045
19 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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