Changzhi Tunliu power station - 270 MW Coal Power Plant in Shanxi, China

Changzhi Tunliu power station is a coal-fired power plant located in Shanxi Province, China, with a capacity of 270 MW. The plant is owned and operated by Luan Mining Industry Group Co and is currently operational, serving the local and regional electricity grid. The facility operates on coal as its primary fuel, a common energy source in China's power sector. With a capacity of 270 MW, it falls into the medium-scale category for coal plants in the region. The plant likely utilizes subcritical technology typical of older Chinese coal units, though specific technical details are not confirmed. As part of China's extensive coal power fleet, Changzhi Tunliu power station plays a role in meeting local energy demand. The plant's operations are subject to national emission standards under China's Air Pollution Prevention and Control Action Plan, which mandates strict limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. Its location in Shanxi, a coal-rich province, underscores the region's reliance on coal for power generation.

The plant's coal combustion releases CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, contributing to local and regional air quality concerns. Shanxi Province has a high density of coal plants, leading to cumulative environmental impacts. Proximity to populated areas may increase exposure to emissions. The plant's age and technology (likely subcritical) result in lower efficiency and higher emissions per MWh compared to modern supercritical or CCGT units.