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Huangshi power station330 MW Coal

Coal

Huangshi power station is a key coal-fired power generation facility located in China, at coordinates 30.2287 latitude and 115.0752 longitude. Since its commissioning in 1997, this power plant has maintained a capacity of 330 MW, making it an essential contributor to the regional energy supply. Operated by China Huadian Group Corporation, Huangshi plays a vital role in meeting the electricity demands of the surrounding areas, thereby supporting economic growth and development. The plant employs advanced coal technology, optimizing combustion efficiency while striving to meet environmental standards established by national policies. Situated in a region rich in coal deposits, Huangshi utilizes local resources to bolster energy independence and stability. As China continues to focus on balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability, the Huangshi power station remains a critical component of the energy landscape, ensuring reliability and support for the local grid.

Capacity
330 MW
Commissioning Year
1997

29 years old

Owner
China Huadian Group Corporation
Location
30.2287°, 115.0752°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,046. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #5,783 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,810 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

29 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

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

Regional density

22 plants within 100 km, 11,219 MW combined

Nearest plant: Huangshi Landfill Gas (8.8 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 30.228700, 115.075200
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.30 Mt
1590 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
37.81 Mt
Over 29 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2037
11 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
283.4K
cars per year
173.8K
homes per year
59.3M
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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