World Power Plants

Sichuan Ganzi Jiulong Wuyiqiao132 MW Hydroelectric

HydroRenewable

The Sichuan Ganzi Jiulong Wuyiqiao power generation facility is noteworthy as the 1373rd largest plant in China, with a substantial capacity of 132 MW. It ranks as the 280th largest hydroelectric plant in a country where coal remains the dominant fuel source. This facility employs hydroelectric technology to harness the power of flowing water, contributing to a cleaner energy mix in an area rich in hydropower potential. Located in Sichuan province, the plant is not alone in its mission; it exists within a thriving network of nearby hydro facilities, including the Jiangbian Dam with a capacity of 330 MW and Jiulong Xigu at 249 MW. This concentration of hydroelectric power plants enhances energy security and stability in the region, allowing for shared resources and improved grid reliability. In the context of China's overall energy landscape, which comprises 4430 plants generating a total of 1,603,494 MW, the contribution of Sichuan Ganzi Jiulong Wuyiqiao, while modest, is vital for bolstering the renewable energy targets set forth by the government. The plant is managed by a prominent energy company, contributing to the national objective of diversifying the energy sources beyond coal. As the world moves towards greener energy solutions, the role of facilities like the Sichuan Ganzi Jiulong Wuyiqiao becomes increasingly significant, not only for local communities but also for national efforts aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable energy development.

Capacity
132 MW
Commissioning Year
2015

11 years old

Owner
China Yangtze Power
Location
28.7125°, 101.6762°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,374. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #8,915 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,915 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
  • 0.01% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

11 years in operation

Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years

Operator portfolio

China Yangtze Power operates 85 plants totalling 40,890 MW

Regional density

33 plants within 100 km, 13,604 MW combined

Nearest plant: Sichuan Jiulong County Taka (4.6 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 28.712500, 101.676200
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Sichuan Ganzi Jiulong Wuyiqiao is a hydro power plant producing approximately 463 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.

Lifecycle emissions: ~24 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Hydro
Energy Source
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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