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Xinjiang Zhongtai Huatai power station300 MW Coal

Coal

The Xinjiang Zhongtai Huatai power station is a critical coal-fired power generation facility located in China, with coordinates 43.9429, 87.6641. Commissioned in 2010, this power plant boasts a capacity of 300 MW and plays a significant role in the regional energy landscape of Xinjiang. Operated by Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co, the plant utilizes traditional coal technology, contributing to the energy mix of the region, which relies heavily on fossil fuels for electricity generation. As part of China’s ongoing energy strategy, the Xinjiang Zhongtai Huatai power station helps meet the growing demand for power in both urban and rural areas of the province, ensuring stability and reliability in the local grid. The facility's location in the Xinjiang region, known for its abundant coal reserves, is strategically advantageous, facilitating efficient fuel supply and reducing transportation costs. In the context of China’s energy policy, which aims to balance economic growth with environmental considerations, coal-fired plants like this one are pivotal, although they also face scrutiny regarding emissions and sustainability. The role of such power plants will increasingly be examined as China transitions towards cleaner energy sources while still relying on coal to support its industrial and residential energy needs.

Capacity
300 MW
Commissioning Year
2010

16 years old

Owner
Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co
Location
43.9429°, 87.6641°

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

16 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co operates 3 plants totalling 1,200 MW

Regional density

40 plants within 100 km, 14,419 MW combined

Nearest plant: Huadian Urumqi power station (5.4 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 43.942900, 87.664100
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.19 Mt
1445 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
18.96 Mt
Over 16 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2050
24 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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