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Zhongtian Hechuang Ordos power station300 MW Coal

Coal

The Zhongtian Hechuang Ordos power station is a key player in China's energy generation sector, located at coordinates 39.0858, 109.4739 in the Ordos region of Inner Mongolia. With a capacity of 300 MW, this coal-fired power plant contributes significantly to the region's electricity supply, directly supporting the growing industrial base and urban development in China. Operated by Zhongtian Hechuang Energy Co, the facility employs advanced coal combustion technology to maximize efficiency and minimize emissions, aligning with China's ongoing efforts to improve environmental performance in the coal sector. Commissioned in 2016, the plant represents a modern approach to coal energy, which still plays a dominant role in China's energy mix despite the country’s increasing investment in renewable resources. The Ordos region is strategically important for energy generation due to its abundant coal reserves, making the Zhongtian Hechuang Ordos power station essential for meeting both local and national energy demands. As China pursues its energy transition goals, the significance of this power plant extends beyond mere electricity production; it also underscores the balance the country seeks to achieve between economic growth and sustainable energy development. The facility’s operational context is further enhanced by its integration into the national grid, ensuring a reliable supply of energy for various sectors, including manufacturing and residential consumption.

Capacity
300 MW
Commissioning Year
2016

10 years old

Owner
Zhongtian Hechuang Energy Co
Location
39.0858°, 109.4739°

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

10 years in operation

Coal fleet average: 29.2 years

Operator portfolio

Zhongtian Hechuang Energy Co operates 1 plants totalling 300 MW

Regional density

29 plants within 100 km, 15,930 MW combined

Nearest plant: Yuyang C (31.5 km)

Data provenance

Source: GCPT

Location

Coordinates:: 39.085800, 109.473900
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Carbon Footprint820 g CO₂/kWh
Annual CO₂
1.19 Mt
1445 GWh/year × 820 g/kWh
Cumulative CO₂
11.85 Mt
Over 10 years of operation
Est. Retirement
2056
30 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
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