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Jiulong Paper Mill Hailong power station270 MW Coal

Coal

The Jiulong Paper Mill Hailong power station, found in China at coordinates 31.5913° N latitude and 121.2502° E longitude, is a coal-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 270 MW. Owned and operated by Hailong Paper (Taicang) Co Ltd, this power plant plays a significant role in providing energy to support its associated paper production operations, highlighting the integration of industrial processes with power generation. The facility utilizes coal as its primary fuel source, consistent with China's heavy reliance on fossil fuels for electricity production. Employing subcritical technology, the Jiulong power station efficiently converts coal into electrical energy, contributing to the local grid and helping to meet the energy demands of both the manufacturing sector and residential consumers in the area. The importance of this power plant extends beyond mere electricity generation; it is pivotal in ensuring the operational continuity of the Jiulong Paper Mill, which is vital for local employment and economic stability. Located in the economically vibrant Jiangsu province, the Jiulong Paper Mill Hailong power station reflects the broader trends in China’s energy policy, where coal continues to be a significant player even as the country endeavors to transition to cleaner energy sources. This facility faces challenges amidst increasing environmental regulations aimed at curbing emissions, yet it remains an essential contributor to the regional energy landscape, balancing economic needs with emerging sustainability goals.

Capacity
270 MW
Commissioning Year
2006

20 years old

Owner
Hailong Paper (Taicang) Co Ltd
Location
31.5913°, 121.2502°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,130. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #6,419 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,932 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

20 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Hailong Paper (Taicang) Co Ltd operates 2 plants totalling 590 MW

Regional density

76 plants within 100 km, 58,927 MW combined

Nearest plant: Guohua Taicang power station (0.6 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 31.591300, 121.250200
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.07 Mt
1301 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
21.33 Mt
Over 20 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2046
20 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
231.9K
cars per year
142.2K
homes per year
48.5M
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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