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The Yanguoxia Dam, also known locally as Lanzhou Lanlü Power Station, is a significant coal-fired power generation facility located in China. With a capacity of 300 MW, this power plant is strategically positioned at coordinates 36.1564 latitude and 103.3317 longitude, contributing to the energy needs of the Gansu province and surrounding areas. Operated by the Lanzhou Aluminum Corporation, the Yanguoxia Dam plays a critical role in the regional energy mix, utilizing coal as its primary fuel source to generate electricity. Despite the global shift towards renewable energy and cleaner alternatives, coal remains a major player in China's energy landscape, and this facility exemplifies the ongoing reliance on this resource for electricity generation. The operational context of the Yanguoxia Dam is particularly significant as it supports the local grid, providing essential power to both industrial and residential consumers. This power plant is integral to the socio-economic development of the region, ensuring that energy demands are met while also aligning with national energy policies that aim to manage coal use responsibly. As China continues to navigate its energy transition, the Yanguoxia Dam remains a key asset, balancing the immediate need for electricity with the long-term goal of reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable energy practices.

Capacity
300 MW
Commissioning Year
2008

18 years old

Owner
Lanzhou Aluminum Corporation
Location
36.1564°, 103.3317°

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

18 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Lanzhou Aluminum Corporation operates 1 plants totalling 300 MW

Regional density

34 plants within 100 km, 7,865 MW combined

Nearest plant: Gansu Yongjing Fuchuan (5.9 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 36.156400, 103.331700
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.19 Mt
1445 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
21.33 Mt
Over 18 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2048
22 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
Top Fuels

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