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Xinjiang Joinworld power station300 MW Coal

Coal

The Xinjiang Joinworld power station, situated at coordinates 44.1268, 88.0628 in China, is another significant coal-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 300 MW. Commissioned in 2012 and operated by Xinjiang Joinworld Co. Ltd., this plant plays a crucial role in supporting the energy requirements of the Xinjiang region. As coal remains a dominant fuel type in China's energy mix, the Xinjiang Joinworld power station contributes to the stability and reliability of electricity supply, particularly for industrial consumers and residential areas in the vicinity. The strategic location of the power station allows for easy access to local coal resources, which is essential for maintaining operational efficiency. This facility aligns with the national energy policy, which focuses on maximizing domestic energy production while also addressing the environmental impacts associated with coal energy. The Xinjiang Joinworld power station exemplifies the challenges and opportunities faced by coal-dependent regions as they work towards a more sustainable energy future, while still fulfilling immediate energy demands.

Capacity
300 MW
Commissioning Year
2012

14 years old

Owner
Xinjiang Joinworld Co. Ltd.
Location
44.1268°, 88.0628°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,059. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #6,026 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,851 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

14 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Xinjiang Joinworld Co. Ltd. operates 1 plants totalling 300 MW

Regional density

39 plants within 100 km, 14,340 MW combined

Nearest plant: Changji Fukang power station (4 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 44.126800, 88.062800
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.19 Mt
1445 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
16.59 Mt
Over 14 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2052
26 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
257.7K
cars per year
158.0K
homes per year
53.9M
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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