Jincheng Chengzhuang Coal Mine Methane is an 18 MW gas power plant in China, operational since its commissioning. Ranked #91 of 176 gas plants in China, it contributes 0.03% of the total gas capacity of 64,706 MW. The largest gas plant in China is Black Point Power Station at 2,500 MW, making this facility 138.9 times smaller. Nearby plants within 50 km include Huaneng Qinbei power station (4,400 MW, Coal), Yangcheng power station (3,300 MW, Coal), and SDIC Jincheng power station (600 MW, Coal). The facility is located in Shanxi Province, approximately 400 km from Taiyuan.
16 years old
China, Asia
Location
Estimates based on Gas emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (45%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Gas
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
China- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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