Overview
Guodian Dawukou power station is a 660 MW coal-fired power plant located in China. It is operated by Guodian Dawukau Power Station and is currently operational.
Guodian Dawukou power station is a coal-fired power generation facility located in China, with a capacity of 660 MW. This scale places it in the medium-to-large category for coal plants in the country, contributing to the regional power grid. The plant operates under China's national emission standards for coal-fired power plants, which include stringent limits on SO2, NOx, and particulate matter. As a coal plant, it utilizes conventional pulverized coal combustion technology, typical for facilities of this vintage and capacity in China. The facility plays a significant role in meeting local electricity demand, supporting industrial and residential needs. Its location in China's energy landscape reflects the country's reliance on coal for baseload power generation, while also being subject to ongoing regulatory efforts to reduce emissions and improve efficiency.
Environmental context
As a coal-fired power plant, Guodian Dawukou power station has a significant environmental footprint, primarily through CO2 emissions and air pollutants such as SO2 and NOx. The plant's capacity of 660 MW indicates substantial fuel consumption and emissions. Proximity to populated areas may increase local air quality impacts. The facility operates under China's national emission standards, which have been tightening in recent years to address environmental concerns.
Frequently asked questions
Guodian Dawukou power station is located in China, with coordinates approximately 39.0360° N, 106.3846° E.
The plant has a capacity of 660 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large coal-fired power station.
The plant uses coal as its primary fuel, which is typical for conventional thermal power generation in China.
Coal power plants in China must comply with national emission standards for air pollutants such as SO2, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as carbon emission reduction targets under China's climate commitments.
The plant is operated by Guodian Dawukau Power Station, part of the China Guodian Corporation, a major state-owned power generation company.