Overview
China Resources Caofeidian power station is a 600 MW coal-fired plant in China, operated by China Resources Power Holdings Co Ltd. It is an operational facility contributing to the country's power generation capacity.
China Resources Caofeidian power station is a coal-fired power plant located in Caofeidian, China, with a capacity of 600 megawatts (MW). It is owned and operated by China Resources Power Holdings Co Ltd, a major player in China's energy sector. The plant is currently operational and plays a role in meeting regional electricity demand. As a coal power plant, it operates under China's national emission standards, which include regulations on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. The facility likely employs conventional coal combustion technology, typical for plants of this scale in the region. China's power generation sector is heavily regulated, with policies aimed at reducing emissions and improving efficiency. The plant's environmental impact is influenced by its coal fuel source, which results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions. Its location in an industrial area may affect local air quality. The facility's capacity of 600 MW places it in the medium-to-large scale for coal plants in China, contributing to the grid's stability and supporting local industrial and residential needs.
Environmental context
The plant's coal fuel source contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and local air pollutants such as SOx and NOx. Its location in an industrial region may exacerbate local air quality concerns. The facility's age and technology (likely subcritical or supercritical) influence its efficiency and emission profile. Proximity to populated areas could increase health risks from emissions.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Caofeidian, China, with coordinates approximately 38.9962° N, 118.4877° E.
The plant has a capacity of 600 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale coal power facility.
The plant is owned by China Resources Power Holdings Co Ltd, a major energy company in China.
Coal power plants in China must comply with national emission standards for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as policies promoting cleaner coal technologies and emissions reductions.
Chinese coal plants often use subcritical, supercritical, or ultra-supercritical technology. 600 MW units commonly employ supercritical or subcritical designs.