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Yongchuan Songgai power station270 MW Coal

Coal

Yongchuan Songgai power station is an essential coal-fired power generation facility located in Yongchuan District, China, contributing significantly to the energy needs of the region. With a capacity of 270 MW, this power plant, commissioned in 2008 and operated by China Power Investment Corporation (CPI), plays a crucial role in the local energy mix. Situated at coordinates 29.0555, 105.8844, the Yongchuan Songgai facility supports the energy infrastructure of Chongqing, a rapidly industrializing area that requires reliable electricity supply for both residential and commercial applications. The plant employs traditional coal technology, which, while facing scrutiny due to environmental concerns, remains a backbone of China's energy generation strategy, especially in regions where renewable alternatives are still being developed. The operational significance of the Yongchuan Songgai power station is further highlighted by its alignment with national energy policies, which aim to ensure energy security while gradually increasing the share of renewable energy in the overall energy portfolio. As a coal-based facility, it helps to stabilize the grid, providing essential power to meet peak demands and supporting the economic activities in the vicinity.

Capacity
270 MW
Commissioning Year
2008

18 years old

Owner
China Power Investment Corporation (CPI)
Location
29.0555°, 105.8844°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 1,130. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #6,419 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,932 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

China Power Investment Corporation (CPI) operates 16 plants totalling 21,915 MW

Regional density

16 plants within 100 km, 9,987 MW combined

Nearest plant: Chongqing Lee & Man Paper power station (3.6 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 29.055500, 105.884400
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.07 Mt
1301 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
19.20 Mt
Over 18 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2048
22 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
231.9K
cars per year
142.2K
homes per year
48.5M
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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