Yangquan Nanmei Coalmine Methane is a 12 MW gas power plant in China, operated since its commissioning. Ranked #107 of 176 gas plants in China, this facility accounts for 0.02% of China's total gas capacity of 64,706 MW. The largest gas plant in China is the Black Point Power Station at 2,500 MW, making Yangquan Nanmei 208.3 times smaller. Nearby plants include Yangquan-2 power station (1280 MW, Coal), Zhaofeng Aluminum captive power station (405 MW, Coal), and Jinzhong Anping power station (300 MW, Coal). The facility is located in Shanxi Province, approximately 300 km southwest of Beijing.
11 years old
China, Asia
Location
Estimates based on Gas emission factor (490 g CO₂/kWh) and capacity factor (45%). Actual emissions may vary based on operating conditions, efficiency, and fuel quality.
Technical Details
- Primary Fuel Type
- Gas
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
China- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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