Sunchon power station is a prominent coal-fired power generation facility located in North Korea, with a notable capacity of 400 MW. Commissioned in 1984, this power plant plays a crucial role in the country’s energy landscape by utilizing coal as its primary fuel source. The technology employed is typical of conventional coal power plants, which convert the thermal energy released from burning coal into electricity. Situated at coordinates 39.4014, 125.9682, Sunchon power station is strategically located to supply power to the regional grid, supporting both residential and industrial energy needs. As North Korea continues to depend heavily on coal for its energy generation, the Sunchon power station remains a key asset within the national energy mix. The facility not only contributes significantly to electricity production but also underscores the country's ongoing reliance on fossil fuels amidst global shifts towards renewable energy sources.
42 years old
North Korea, Asia
- 7. largest of 31 plants in North Korea
- #5,237 worldwide by installed capacity
- #1,708 of 2,793 Coal plants worldwide
- 4.34% of the installed capacity of North Korea
42 years in operation
Coal fleet average: 29.2 years
Sunchon Power Plant operates 1 plants totalling 400 MW
9 plants within 100 km, 3,530 MW combined
Source: The People's Korea
Location
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
North Korea- Continent
- Asia
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
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