Overview
CPI Baicheng power station is a 1,320 MW coal-fired power plant in China, operated by CPI Jilin Power Share Co Ltd. It is an operational facility contributing to the country's power generation capacity.
CPI Baicheng power station is a coal-fired power plant located in China, with a capacity of 1,320 MW. The facility is owned and operated by CPI Jilin Power Share Co Ltd and is currently in operational status. As a coal power plant, it plays a significant role in the regional energy supply, supporting industrial and residential electricity demands. The plant operates under China's national emission standards for thermal power plants, which include stringent limits on SO2, NOx, and particulate matter. The 1,320 MW capacity places it in the large-scale category for coal power plants in China. The technology employed is typical for modern coal plants, likely featuring supercritical or ultra-supercritical boilers to improve efficiency and reduce emissions. Environmental considerations for this facility include its coal fuel source, which results in CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions. The plant's location in Jilin Province may be subject to regional air quality regulations. Its capacity and operational status indicate a stable contribution to the grid, though coal-fired generation faces increasing regulatory pressure globally due to climate concerns.
Environmental context
The plant's coal fuel type results in significant CO2 emissions, contributing to climate change. It also emits SOx and NOx, which can affect local air quality and contribute to acid rain. The facility's capacity of 1,320 MW suggests a substantial environmental footprint. Proximity to populated areas may increase local health impacts. China's regulatory framework, including emission standards for thermal power plants, governs its operations.
Frequently asked questions
CPI Baicheng power station is located in China, with coordinates 45.526100 N, 122.775900 E.
The plant has a capacity of 1,320 megawatts (MW), making it a large-scale coal power facility.
The plant is owned by CPI Jilin Power Share Co Ltd.
Coal power plants in China must comply with national emission standards for SO2, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as regional air quality regulations.
The plant is currently operational.