Xinfengjiang Power Plant is an essential hydroelectric facility in China, featuring a capacity of 292 MW. Commissioned in 1960, this power generation plant has been a cornerstone of China's energy landscape for decades, consistently contributing to the national grid. Utilizing advanced hydro technology, Xinfengjiang effectively harnesses the energy of flowing water, transforming it into electricity while minimizing environmental impact. Located at coordinates 23.7300° N and 114.6500° E, the facility is strategically positioned to exploit nearby water resources, playing a critical role in the local energy mix. China's energy policies have increasingly focused on enhancing renewable energy utilization, and hydroelectric power is a key component of this strategy. By providing a reliable source of electricity, Xinfengjiang not only supports local and regional energy needs but also helps to mitigate the reliance on coal and other fossil fuels. As one of the prominent hydroelectric plants in the country, Xinfengjiang Power Plant exemplifies China's commitment to sustainable energy generation and its ongoing efforts to transition towards a greener energy future.
66 years old
China, Asia
- 1,112. largest of 4,431 plants in China
- #6,233 worldwide by installed capacity
- #1,141 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
- 0.02% of the installed capacity of China
66 years in operation
Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years
China Yangtze Power operates 85 plants totalling 40,890 MW
17 plants within 100 km, 13,832 MW combined
Source: Heyuan Xinfeng Hydropower
Location
Zero Direct Emissions
Xinfengjiang is a hydro power plant producing approximately 1023 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
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