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Zhaofeng Aluminum captive power station405 MW Coal

Coal

The Zhaofeng Aluminum captive power station, located in China at coordinates 37.7674, 113.5808, is an important coal-fired power plant with a capacity of 405 MW. Owned and operated by Zhaofeng Aluminum, this facility was commissioned in 2006 and serves as a critical component in the region's energy generation framework, primarily supporting the aluminum production processes of its owner. The plant utilizes conventional coal combustion technology, which remains a prevalent method for power generation in China, despite the growing emphasis on renewable energy sources. The significance of the Zhaofeng station extends beyond its immediate output; it plays a vital role in stabilizing the local grid and ensuring a reliable energy supply for industrial operations. The surrounding region is characterized by its heavy industrial activities, and the availability of coal-fired power generation facilities like Zhaofeng is essential for meeting the high energy demands of these industries. In the context of China's energy policy, while there is a clear shift towards reducing carbon emissions and increasing renewable energy capacity, coal remains a substantial part of the energy mix for the foreseeable future. The Zhaofeng Aluminum captive power station exemplifies this transitional phase, providing a necessary energy resource while the nation pivots towards a more sustainable energy landscape.

Capacity
405 MW
Commissioning Year
2006

20 years old

Owner
Zhaofeng Aluminum
Location
37.7674°, 113.5808°

China, Asia

Context & rankings
  • 991. largest of 4,431 plants in China
  • #5,202 worldwide by installed capacity
  • #1,698 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
  • 0.03% of the installed capacity of China
Age & fleet comparison

20 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Zhaofeng Aluminum operates 1 plants totalling 405 MW

Regional density

36 plants within 100 km, 19,252 MW combined

Nearest plant: Yangquan-2 power station (4.1 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 37.767400, 113.580800
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.60 Mt
1951 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
32.00 Mt
Over 20 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2046
20 years remaining
Annual emissions equivalent to
347.8K
cars per year
213.3K
homes per year
72.7M
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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