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Sinopec Yangzi power station360 MW Coal

Coal

The Sinopec Yangzi power station is a notable coal-fired power generation facility located in China, with a capacity of 360 MW. Positioned at coordinates 32.2534, 118.7945, this power plant is operated by Sinopec Yangzi Power Station and has been an integral part of the local energy infrastructure since its commissioning in 1987. Utilizing traditional coal combustion technology, the plant plays a significant role in providing baseload power to the regional grid. While coal remains a dominant fuel source in China, the Sinopec Yangzi power station also faces challenges in light of the country's ongoing efforts to transition to cleaner energy alternatives. The facility's operational context is shaped by national energy policies aimed at reducing emissions and increasing the share of renewables in the energy mix. Despite these challenges, the power station continues to be a crucial component in ensuring energy reliability and accessibility for local communities, underscoring its importance in the broader energy landscape.

Capacity
360 MW
Commissioning Year
1987

39 years old

Owner
Sinopec Yangzi Power Station
Location
32.2534°, 118.7945°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,030. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #5,549 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,768 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

39 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Sinopec Yangzi Power Station operates 1 plants totalling 360 MW

Regional density
Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 32.253400, 118.794500
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.42 Mt
1734 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
55.47 Mt
Over 39 years of operation
Closing Soon
2027
1 year remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
309.2K
cars per year
189.6K
homes per year
64.6M
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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