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Northern United Power Co., Ltd. Wuhai Thermal Power Plant400 MW Coal

CoalVerified: Feb 2026

The Beifang United Power Generation Company Ulanqab Thermal Power Plant, located in China, plays a pivotal role in the national energy landscape. With a substantial capacity of 400 MW, this coal-fired power plant is integral to meeting the electricity demands of the region. Operated by China Huaneng Group - Beifang United, the facility utilizes advanced coal combustion technology to ensure efficient energy generation. The plant's geographical coordinates, 39.7068° N latitude and 106.8297° E longitude, place it in a strategically important area, contributing significantly to the local grid in Inner Mongolia. As China continues to transition towards a more diversified energy portfolio, the Ulanqab Thermal Power Plant remains a cornerstone of its coal-based energy infrastructure, supporting the country’s ongoing economic growth while also facing the challenges of environmental concerns and policy shifts towards cleaner energy sources.

Capacity
400 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
中国华能-北方联合
Location
39.7068°, 106.8297°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 995. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #5,237 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,708 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

16 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

China Huaneng - Northern United operates 4 plants totalling 2,000 MW

Regional density
Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 39.706823, 106.829714
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.58 Mt
1927 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
25.28 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2050
24 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
343.5K
cars per year
210.7K
homes per year
71.8M
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
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