Overview
Guodian Jiangyin power station is a 1,200 MW coal-fired power plant in Fujian, China, operated by Guodian Fujian Power Co Ltd. It plays a key role in the regional grid.
Guodian Jiangyin power station is a coal-fired power plant located in Fujian Province, China, with a capacity of 1,200 MW. It is owned by Guodian Fujian Power Co Ltd and is currently operational, contributing to the region's electricity supply. The plant operates under China's national emission standards for thermal power plants, which regulate SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. As a coal-fired facility, it uses pulverized coal combustion technology, typical for plants of this scale in China. The 1,200 MW capacity places it in the large-scale category for coal power generation. This facility supports the energy needs of Fujian's industrial and urban areas. Its environmental impact is managed through compliance with Chinese regulations, including the use of flue-gas desulfurization and electrostatic precipitators to reduce emissions. The plant's location near the coast may also influence its cooling water supply and logistics for coal delivery.
Environmental context
The plant's coal fuel source results in significant CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, typical for coal-fired generation. Its proximity to populated areas in Fujian requires stringent emission controls to meet national air quality standards. The 1,200 MW capacity indicates a substantial environmental footprint, with potential impacts on local air quality and water resources from cooling operations.
Frequently asked questions
Guodian Jiangyin power station is located in Fujian Province, China, near the coast at coordinates 25.4393 N, 119.3394 E.
The plant has a capacity of 1,200 megawatts (MW), making it a large-scale coal-fired power station.
The plant is owned by Guodian Fujian Power Co Ltd, a subsidiary of China Guodian Corporation.
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.
As a coal-fired plant, it uses pulverized coal combustion technology, typically with flue-gas desulfurization and electrostatic precipitators for emission control.