The Ningbo Boxboard Mill power station represents a vital component of China's coal-based energy generation sector. Situated at coordinates 29.9630 latitude and 121.7698 longitude in the Ningbo region, this power plant has a capacity of 278 MW, which allows it to play a substantial role in the local and regional energy supply chain. Owned and operated by App China and commissioned in 2001, this facility utilizes coal as its fuel type, a common choice in China's energy landscape due to the country's abundant coal reserves. The Ningbo Boxboard Mill power station not only supports the energy needs of local manufacturing industries but also contributes to the overall stability of the power grid in Zhejiang Province. As China grapples with environmental challenges and aims to reduce its carbon footprint, coal power plants like Ningbo Boxboard Mill are under scrutiny. However, they remain important for ensuring energy security during the transition to more sustainable energy sources. The operational context of this power station reflects the ongoing balancing act between economic growth and the pressing need for cleaner energy solutions in the region.
25 years old
China, Asia
- 1,123. largest of 4,431 plants in China
- #6,369 worldwide by installed capacity
- #1,926 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
- 0.02% of the installed capacity of China
25 years in operation
Coal fleet average: 29.2 years
App China operates 1 plants totalling 278 MW
36 plants within 100 km, 39,920 MW combined
Source: GCPT
Location
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
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