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Guangdong Huizhou Pinghai Power Station: 2,000 MW Coal Power Plant in Guangdong, China

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Overview

Guangdong Huizhou Pinghai power station is a 2,000 MW coal-fired power plant in Guangdong, China, operated by Guangdong Electric Power Development Co Ltd. It plays a key role in the regional grid.

Guangdong Huizhou Pinghai power station is a coal-fired power plant located in Guangdong Province, China, with a capacity of 2,000 MW. It is owned and operated by Guangdong Electric Power Development Co Ltd and is currently operational, contributing significantly to the region's electricity supply. As a coal power plant, it operates under China's national emission standards, which include limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. The plant's technology is typical for large-scale coal generation in China, with subcritical or supercritical boilers. The 2,000 MW capacity places it in the large-scale category for coal power plants. The plant's environmental impact is influenced by its coal fuel source and proximity to populated areas in Guangdong. It supports the grid's base load and industrial demand, but its emissions contribute to local air quality considerations. The facility is part of China's extensive coal power fleet, which is undergoing gradual modernization and emission reduction efforts.

Environmental context

The plant's coal combustion produces CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, affecting local air quality. Its location in Guangdong, a densely populated and industrialized province, means emissions may impact nearby communities. The plant's age and technology (likely subcritical or supercritical) influence its efficiency and emission intensity. Regulatory compliance with Chinese emission standards is required, but coal power remains a significant source of greenhouse gases.

Frequently asked questions

The plant is located in Guangdong Province, China, near Huizhou, with coordinates 22.6059 N, 114.7419 E.

The plant has a capacity of 2,000 MW, making it a large-scale coal-fired power station.

The plant is owned by Guangdong Electric Power Development 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 is currently operational and supplies electricity to the Guangdong grid.
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