Overview
Hejin power station is a 1,300 MW coal-fired power plant in China, operated by Zhangze Power. It is an operational facility contributing to the country's power generation capacity.
Hejin power station is a coal-fired power plant located in China, with a capacity of 1,300 MW. It is operated by Zhangze Power and is currently operational, playing a role in the regional energy supply. The plant operates under China's national emission standards for thermal power plants, which regulate pollutants such as SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. As a coal-fired facility, it utilizes conventional combustion technology, typical for large-scale power generation in the region. The facility's capacity places it in the large-scale category for coal power plants. Its environmental impact is managed through compliance with Chinese regulations, which have become increasingly stringent in recent years to address air quality concerns.
Environmental context
The plant's coal fuel source results in significant CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, contributing to local and regional air quality impacts. Its location in China, a country with dense population centers, means proximity to populated areas may heighten exposure to pollutants. Typical coal plants in the region have varying efficiency and emission control levels.
Frequently asked questions
Hejin power station is located in China, with coordinates approximately 35.6131 N, 110.6558 E.
Hejin power station has a capacity of 1,300 megawatts (MW), making it a large-scale coal-fired power plant.
Hejin power station is operated by Zhangze Power, a Chinese energy company.
Coal power plants in China must comply with national emission standards for air pollutants, including limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as carbon intensity targets under the country's climate policies.
Chinese coal power plants commonly use subcritical, supercritical, or ultra-supercritical steam cycle technology, with newer plants adopting more efficient designs to reduce emissions and fuel consumption.