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Yinpan Dam300 MW Hydroelectric

HydroRenewableVerified: Feb 2026

The Yinpan Dam, also known as 重庆江口水电站, is a prominent hydroelectric power generation facility in China, with an impressive capacity of 300 MW. Located at coordinates 29.2349, 107.8891, this power plant takes advantage of the region's abundant water resources to produce clean electricity. Hydropower is a cornerstone of China's energy strategy, and the Yinpan Dam serves as a testament to the country's commitment to sustainable energy solutions. The technology employed at the plant converts the kinetic energy of flowing water into electrical energy, contributing significantly to the national grid. As China's energy demands continue to rise, the Yinpan Dam plays an essential role in meeting these needs while simultaneously reducing reliance on fossil fuels. This facility not only supports local communities with reliable electricity but also aligns with national policies aimed at increasing the share of renewable energy in the overall energy mix. By investing in such hydroelectric power plants, China is taking substantial strides towards achieving its environmental goals, ensuring a cleaner and more sustainable energy future.

Capacity
300 MW
Commissioning Year
2015

11 years old

Owner
China Three Gorges Corporation
Location
29.2349°, 107.8891°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,059. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #6,026 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,086 of 8,493 Hydroelectric plants worldwide
  • 0.02% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

11 years in operation

Hydroelectric fleet average: 42.1 years

Operator portfolio

China Three Gorges Corporation operates 508 plants totalling 127,392 MW

Regional density

16 plants within 100 km, 4,853 MW combined

Nearest plant: Yinpan (0.6 km)

Data provenance

Location

Coordinates:: 29.234882, 107.889100
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Carbon Footprint

Zero Direct Emissions

Yinpan Dam is a hydro power plant producing approximately 1051 GWh of clean electricity per year with zero direct CO₂ emissions during operation.

Lifecycle emissions: ~24 g CO₂/kWh (manufacturing, transport, decommissioning)

Technical Details

Primary Fuel Type
Hydro
Energy Source
Renewable
Country
China
Continent
Asia
Data Source
Global Power Plant Database

ChinaEnergy Profile

4,431
Total Plants
1617.1 GW
Total Capacity
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