Wusitai - Wuda Coal is a 112 MW coal-fired power plant located in Wuda, China, operated by the City of Wuda. Commissioned in an unspecified year, it contributes to China's extensive coal generation capacity. It is the 934th largest coal plant in China. With 112 MW, it represents 0.01% of China's total coal capacity of 1,030,281 MW. China has 1,012 coal plants with a combined capacity of over 1,030,000 MW. Compared to the country's largest coal plant, East Hope Metals Wucaiwan power station at 7,000 MW, Wusitai - Wuda is approximately 1/62 the size. Coal is a dominant fuel source in China's energy mix, accounting for around 57% of electricity generation. The plant's operation aligns with the country's reliance on coal for energy, particularly in regions like Inner Mongolia. It is situated approximately 800 km west of Beijing.
16 years old
China, Asia
- Primary Fuel Type
- Coal
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
China- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Coal has long been a cornerstone of electricity generation worldwide, with a significant presence in the global energy landscape. As of recent data, there are approximately 2,608 coal power plants operating across 74 countries, boasting a total installed capacity of 2,257.3 gigawatts (GW). The leading nations in coal power generation include China, with 1,018 plants generating 1,038.0 GW, India with 287 plants at 253.3 GW, and the United States with 291 plants producing 252.0 GW. Other notable contributors include Germany and Japan, with 130 plants and 76.8 GW, and 61 plants and 63.9 GW, respectively. This widespread utilization reflects the essential role coal has played in the development of industrial and residential power systems globally.
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