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Luannan power station116 MW Coal

Coal

Luannan power station is a 116 MW coal-fired power plant located in China, operated by Peak Pacific Investment Co Ltd since its commissioning in 2000. The facility contributes to China's extensive coal power generation capacity. It is the 932nd largest coal plant in China. With 116 MW, it represents 0.01% of the country's total coal capacity of 1,030,281 MW. China has 1,012 coal plants with a combined capacity of over 1,030,281 MW. Compared to the country's largest coal plant, East Hope Metals Wucaiwan power station at 7,000 MW, this facility is approximately 1/60th the size. Coal is a dominant fuel source in China, accounting for a significant portion of the country's energy mix. The Luannan power station's output supports local energy needs, contributing to the overall coal generation landscape. It is situated in the Hebei Province, approximately 200 km southeast of Beijing.

Capacity
116 MW
Commissioning Year
2000

26 years old

Owner
Peak Pacific Investment Co Ltd
Location
39.4993°, 118.6465°

China, Asia

Location

Coordinates:: 39.499300, 118.646500
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
458.3 Kt
559 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
11.92 Mt
Over 26 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
99.6K
cars per year
61.1K
homes per year
20.8M
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
Top Fuels

Understanding Coal as a Power Generation Energy Source

Coal has long been a cornerstone of electricity generation worldwide, with a significant presence in the global energy landscape. As of recent data, there are approximately 2,608 coal power plants operating across 74 countries, boasting a total installed capacity of 2,257.3 gigawatts (GW). The leading nations in coal power generation include China, with 1,018 plants generating 1,038.0 GW, India with 287 plants at 253.3 GW, and the United States with 291 plants producing 252.0 GW. Other notable contributors include Germany and Japan, with 130 plants and 76.8 GW, and 61 plants and 63.9 GW, respectively. This widespread utilization reflects the essential role coal has played in the development of industrial and residential power systems globally.

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