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Singpu Chemicals Taixing power station160 MW Coal

Coal

The Singpu Chemicals Taixing power station, with a capacity of 160 MW, ranks as the 1313th largest power generation facility in China. Commissioned in 2012, this coal-fired power generation facility operates within an energy landscape where coal remains the dominant fuel source, making up a substantial part of China's energy mix. Out of 4430 total power plants in the country, the Singpu Chemicals Taixing power station ranks 900th among 1012 coal facilities, underscoring its role within a heavily coal-dependent sector. The national power capacity stands at an enormous 1,603,494 MW, and while the Singpu Chemicals Taixing plant contributes a small percentage, its significance is amplified by the presence of nearby larger coal plants. Within a 50 km radius, the facility is surrounded by several sizable coal plants, such as the Guodian Taizhou power station and the Ligang power station, both boasting capacities exceeding 3900 MW. This regional concentration of coal facilities illustrates the area's reliance on fossil fuels while also highlighting the competitive nature of energy production within this sector. Operated by Singpu Chemicals Ltd, the power station plays a vital role in powering local industries and contributing to the grid. As China faces increasing scrutiny over its carbon footprint, the future of the Singpu Chemicals Taixing power station may be influenced by national policies aiming for a shift towards renewable energy sources. The transition presents both challenges and opportunities for facilities like this one, as the country strives to balance energy needs with environmental responsibilities.

Capacity
160 MW
Commissioning Year
2012

14 years old

Owner
Singpu Chemicals Ltd
Location
32.1524°, 119.9209°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,313. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #8,154 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #2,205 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.01% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

14 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Singpu Chemicals Ltd operates 1 plants totalling 160 MW

Regional density

74 plants within 100 km, 55,189 MW combined

Nearest plant: Guodian Taizhou power station (3.9 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 32.152400, 119.920900
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
632.1 Kt
771 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
8.85 Mt
Over 14 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2052
26 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
137.4K
cars per year
84.3K
homes per year
28.7M
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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