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Sichuan Emeishan power station270 MW Coal

Coal

The Sichuan Emeishan power station is a significant coal-fired power generation facility located in the southwestern region of China. Commissioned in 2004, this power plant has a capacity of 270 MW, which is crucial for meeting the energy needs of the local population and industries. Operated by Emeishan Aluminum (Group) Co., the facility utilizes advanced coal combustion technology that enhances its efficiency in generating electricity. Situated at coordinates 29.4815, 103.5875, the Sichuan Emeishan power station is strategically positioned to bolster the local grid, ensuring a stable supply of electricity in an area that relies heavily on coal for energy generation. As part of China's ongoing energy policy efforts, this power plant exemplifies the country's dependence on coal as a primary fuel source, while also highlighting the challenges of transitioning to more sustainable energy alternatives. The Sichuan Emeishan power station not only plays a vital role in local energy security but also underscores the complexities of balancing economic growth with environmental considerations in a coal-dominated energy landscape.

Capacity
270 MW
Commissioning Year
2004

22 years old

Owner
Emeishan Aluminum (Group) Co
Location
29.4815°, 103.5875°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,130. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #6,419 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,932 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

22 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Emeishan Aluminum (Group) Co operates 1 plants totalling 270 MW

Regional density

22 plants within 100 km, 9,842 MW combined

Nearest plant: Angu (6.6 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 29.481500, 103.587500
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.07 Mt
1301 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
23.47 Mt
Over 22 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2044
18 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
231.9K
cars per year
142.2K
homes per year
48.5M
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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