The Wuhan Ethylene power station ranks 1193rd among the 4430 power generation facilities in China, with a capacity of 240 MW, making up 0.01% of the national energy output. Operated by SINOPEC Wuhan Company and commissioned in 2012, this coal-powered facility is part of a broader energy network in Hubei province, characterized by its reliance on fossil fuels. Nearby, the Huaneng Yangluo power station stands significantly larger at 2400 MW, while the Hubei Ezhou power station contributes 1900 MW, illustrating the region's heavy investment in coal infrastructure. The Wuhan Ethylene station's relatively minor output reflects a crucial aspect of China's energy profile, where coal remains the dominant fuel type among 1012 coal plants generating a total capacity of 1,603,494 MW. While this facility plays a part in ensuring local energy needs are met, it is also emblematic of the environmental challenges associated with coal energy. As awareness of climate change rises, the role of plants like Wuhan Ethylene will increasingly be scrutinized, highlighting the need for a transition towards cleaner energy sources to secure a sustainable future for China's energy landscape.
14 years old
China, Asia
- 1,194. largest of 4,431 plants in China
- #6,803 worldwide by installed capacity
- #2,027 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
- 0.01% of the installed capacity of China
14 years in operation
Coal fleet average: 29.2 years
SINOPEC Wuhan Company operates 1 plants totalling 240 MW
25 plants within 100 km, 16,191 MW combined
Source: GCPT
Location
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
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