Overview
Changchun Southeast power station is a 700 MW coal-fired plant in Jilin, China, operated by CPI Jilin Power Share Co Ltd. It supplies electricity to the regional grid.
Changchun Southeast power station is a coal-fired power plant located in Jilin Province, China, with a capacity of 700 MW. It is owned and operated by CPI Jilin Power Share Co Ltd and is currently operational, contributing to the region's power generation mix. As a coal power plant, it operates under China's national emission standards, which include limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. The plant uses coal as its primary fuel, and its capacity places it in the medium-to-large scale for Chinese coal plants. The plant plays a significant role in meeting the electricity demand of Changchun and surrounding areas. Its operation is subject to China's evolving environmental regulations, which aim to reduce emissions from coal-fired generation through stricter standards and retrofitting requirements.
Environmental context
The plant's coal combustion produces CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, contributing to local air quality concerns. Its location in an industrial region may affect nearby populated areas. The 700 MW capacity indicates a moderate environmental footprint, with potential for efficiency improvements through supercritical technology.
Frequently asked questions
Changchun Southeast power station is located in Jilin Province, China, near the city of Changchun.
The plant has a capacity of 700 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large coal-fired power station.
The plant is owned and operated by CPI Jilin Power Share Co Ltd.
Coal power plants in China must comply with national emission standards for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as carbon intensity targets under the country's climate commitments.
The plant uses coal as its primary fuel, which is typical for power generation in this region.