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Tiandong Kamshing power station270 MW Coal

Coal

The Tiandong Kamshing power station, located in China, is a notable coal-fired power generation facility that contributes significantly to the regional energy mix. Commissioned in 2011, this power plant has a capacity of 270 MW, which is vital for supporting the local electricity grid. It is operated by Tiandong Kamshing Chemical Co Ltd, employing modern coal combustion technology to optimize the conversion of coal into electrical energy. The coordinates 23.6485, 107.1311 place the Tiandong Kamshing power station in a strategically advantageous location, further emphasizing its role in addressing the increasing energy demands of the area. As China continues to advance its energy policies, the Tiandong Kamshing power station plays a critical role in ensuring energy security while also reflecting the country’s ongoing reliance on coal as a foundational energy source. The facility stands as a testament to the challenges and opportunities that arise in a rapidly evolving energy landscape, where balancing coal usage with the pursuit of greener energy solutions remains a pivotal concern.

Capacity
270 MW
Commissioning Year
2011

15 years old

Owner
Tiandong Kamshing Chemical Co Ltd
Location
23.6485°, 107.1311°

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

15 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Tiandong Kamshing Chemical Co Ltd operates 1 plants totalling 270 MW

Regional density

13 plants within 100 km, 5,309 MW combined

Nearest plant: Yuliang On You River Guangxi Zhuang (34 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 23.648500, 107.131100
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.07 Mt
1301 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
16.00 Mt
Over 15 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2051
25 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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