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Ordos Shendong power station200 MW Coal

Coal

The Ordos Shendong power station, with a capacity of 200 MW, stands as the 1237th largest power generation facility in China. This coal-fired power station, commissioned in 2007 and operated by Shendong Power, contributes 0.01% to the country's massive total capacity of 1,603,494 MW. Ranked 872nd among 1012 coal plants in China, it plays a notable role in a region where coal remains the dominant fuel source. Situated in a coal-rich area, the Ordos Shendong power station is surrounded by significant competitors, including the Shenhua Shenmu power station with a capacity of 1530 MW, Dianta Coal at 1320 MW, and Bulian power station, which also boasts 1320 MW. While the Ordos Shendong facility is relatively small compared to its neighbors, it plays a crucial part in ensuring a stable energy supply to meet local demand. The concentration of coal plants in this area highlights the reliance on fossil fuels, with coal power stations making up a significant share of national capacity. Given China's ongoing efforts to shift towards cleaner energy sources, the operation of plants like Ordos Shendong raises important questions about environmental sustainability and the future of energy production in the country. As the transition accelerates, this facility will need to adapt to new regulations and challenges, potentially paving the way for cleaner alternatives or advancements in carbon capture technologies. Overall, while the Ordos Shendong power station may be small in scale, its role in the regional grid and national energy profile is undeniably significant.

Capacity
200 MW
Commissioning Year
2007

19 years old

Owner
Shendong Power
Location
39.3293°, 110.1518°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,238. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #7,393 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,107 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.01% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

19 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Shendong Power operates 2 plants totalling 800 MW

Regional density

33 plants within 100 km, 19,547 MW combined

Nearest plant: Shangwan Cogen power station (5.6 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 39.329300, 110.151800
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
790.2 Kt
964 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
15.01 Mt
Over 19 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2047
21 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
171.8K
cars per year
105.4K
homes per year
35.9M
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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