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Maanshan Steel power station375 MW Coal

Coal

The Maanshan Steel power station, located in China, is a key coal-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 375 MW. Operated by Maanshan Iron & Steel Co Ltd, this power plant is integral to the energy supply for both the steel manufacturing processes and the local grid. The facility utilizes conventional coal combustion technology, which is common in many industrial applications across China, to produce electricity efficiently. Positioned at coordinates 31.7175° N latitude and 118.4667° E longitude, Maanshan Steel power station benefits from its proximity to coal resources, ensuring a steady supply of fuel for energy generation. The context of this power plant is significant within China's broader energy landscape, particularly as the country grapples with the challenges of transitioning from fossil fuels to cleaner energy sources. While coal remains a dominant fuel type in China's energy mix, the government has been pushing for a gradual shift towards renewable energy, emphasizing the need for cleaner technologies and lower emissions. The 375 MW capacity of Maanshan Steel power station underscores its importance in supporting both the local economy and the energy needs of the surrounding regions, while also aligning with the nation's ongoing energy policy reforms aimed at sustainability.

Capacity
375 MW
Commissioning Year
2000

26 years old

Owner
Maanshan Iron & Steel Co Ltd
Location
31.7175°, 118.4667°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,028. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #5,476 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,750 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

26 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Maanshan Iron & Steel Co Ltd operates 1 plants totalling 375 MW

Regional density

54 plants within 100 km, 37,045 MW combined

Nearest plant: WEnergy Maanshan Power Station (2.5 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 31.717500, 118.466700
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.48 Mt
1807 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
38.52 Mt
Over 26 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2040
14 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
322.1K
cars per year
197.5K
homes per year
67.3M
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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