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Luoding power station270 MW Coal

Coal

The Luoding power station is a key coal-fired power generation facility situated in Guangdong province, China, with coordinates of 22.8043 latitude and 111.6189 longitude. Commissioned in 2004 and operated by Guangdong Electric Power Development Co Ltd, this power plant has a capacity of 270 MW, making it a significant contributor to the local energy mix. The Luoding power station employs traditional coal combustion technology, which plays a pivotal role in providing a consistent and reliable source of electricity to the region. As part of Guangdong’s extensive energy infrastructure, this facility is essential in meeting the energy demands of both residential areas and industrial sectors. The operational significance of the Luoding power station cannot be understated, especially in an area that is experiencing rapid economic growth and increasing energy needs. Given China's energy policies that aim to maintain energy security while gradually shifting towards renewable resources, the Luoding power station highlights the ongoing reliance on coal as a primary energy source. Its ability to deliver dependable baseload power enhances the stability of the local grid, particularly during peak consumption periods. Overall, the Luoding power station is a cornerstone of the region's energy generation capabilities, supporting economic activity and helping to ensure energy accessibility for the local population.

Capacity
270 MW
Commissioning Year
2004

22 years old

Owner
Guangdong Electric Power Development Co Ltd
Location
22.8043°, 111.6189°

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

22 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Guangdong Electric Power Development Co Ltd operates 14 plants totalling 15,160 MW

Regional density

10 plants within 100 km, 4,501 MW combined

Nearest plant: Nanjiangkou Small Yunan County (35.7 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 22.804300, 111.618900
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.07 Mt
1301 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
23.47 Mt
Over 22 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2044
18 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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