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Tianlong Lake Hydropower Station180 MW Hydroelectric

HydroRenewableVerified: Feb 2026

Situated in the heart of China, the 天龙湖水电站 (Tian Long Hu Hydropower Station) ranks as the 1284th largest power generation facility in the country, a significant position within a vast landscape of 4,430 plants that collectively produce an astounding 1,603,494 MW of power, predominantly from coal. With a capacity of 180 MW, this facility is the 245th within the 1,000 hydro plants in China, contributing a mere 0.01% to the national capacity. The technology employed at Tian Long Hu leverages the natural flow of water, effectively converting it into renewable energy, which is crucial for diversifying the country’s energy portfolio. This power station is surrounded by several other hydro facilities, including the nearby Seergu and Liuping plants, with capacities of 150 MW and 120 MW respectively, highlighting a regional commitment to hydroelectric power. The presence of multiple hydro plants within close proximity not only enhances the reliability of electricity supply but also contributes to the stability of the local grid. In the context of China's energy profile, coal remains the dominant fuel source, but the government’s initiatives to increase the share of renewables are evident. Operated by a state-owned entity, Tian Long Hu was developed in a period where hydropower was increasingly recognized for its potential in addressing energy security and environmental challenges. Looking forward, Tian Long Hu's role will be vital in supporting China’s ambitious goals for reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable energy practices.

Capacity
180 MW
Commissioning Year
2005

21 years old

Owner
China Three Gorges Corporation
Location
31.9791°, 103.6686°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,284. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #7,773 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,562 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
  • 0.01% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

21 years in operation

Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years

Operator portfolio

China Three Gorges Corporation operates 508 plants totalling 127,392 MW

Regional density

36 plants within 100 km, 2,741 MW combined

Nearest plant: Sichuan Baixi (14.9 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 31.979133, 103.668561
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Tianlong Lake Hydropower Station is a hydro power plant producing approximately 631 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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