Xinyuan power station is a 110 MW coal-fired power plant located in Shaanxi Province, China, operated by Shaanxi Xinyuan Power Co since its commissioning in 1999. The facility contributes to the country's coal energy generation. It ranks as the 935th largest coal plant in China. With a capacity of 110 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 1,030,281 MW. Compared to the largest coal plant, East Hope Metals Wucaiwan power station at 7,000 MW, Xinyuan power station is about 1.6% the size. Coal remains a dominant energy source in China, providing a substantial portion of the country's electricity. Despite efforts to diversify energy sources, coal-fired power plants continue to play a significant role in meeting energy demands. The plant is located approximately 400 km from Xi'an.
27 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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