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Puyang Pangking power station420 MW Coal

Coal

The Puyang Pangking power station represents a crucial asset in China's coal-fired power generation sector. Commissioned in 2006, this facility has a capacity of 420 MW and is operated by the China Guodian Group Corporation, a key player in the country’s energy production. Located at coordinates 35.7528, 114.9838 in the Henan province, the plant is strategically positioned to meet the energy demands of the region, which is known for its industrial activities. Utilizing subcritical coal combustion technology, the Puyang Pangking power station efficiently converts coal into electricity, contributing significantly to the local grid and ensuring a stable supply of energy. The plant’s operational context is influenced by China's ongoing energy policy, which aims to balance coal usage with the transition towards cleaner energy sources. Despite the emphasis on renewable energy, coal remains a significant part of China's energy mix, and facilities like Puyang Pangking continue to play an essential role in powering homes and industries. The operational efficiency of this power plant, combined with its capacity, underscores its importance in supporting the energy infrastructure of the region while navigating the complexities of a shifting energy landscape.

Capacity
420 MW
Commissioning Year
2006

20 years old

Owner
China Guodian Group Corporation
Location
35.7528°, 114.9838°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 982. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #5,099 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,677 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.03% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

20 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

China Guodian Group Corporation operates 42 plants totalling 51,034 MW

Regional density

30 plants within 100 km, 10,533 MW combined

Nearest plant: Puyang Longfeng power station (24.5 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 35.752800, 114.983800
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.66 Mt
2024 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
33.19 Mt
Over 20 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2046
20 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
360.7K
cars per year
221.2K
homes per year
75.4M
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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