Overview
Huadian Longkou power station is an 880 MW coal-fired power plant in China, operated by Huadian Power International Company Limited. It is located at coordinates 37.6809, 120.3132.
Huadian Longkou power station is a coal-fired power generation facility with a capacity of 880 megawatts, located in China. The plant is owned and operated by Huadian Power International Company Limited, a major state-owned power generation company. As a coal power plant, it contributes to the country's extensive thermal power fleet, which forms the backbone of China's electricity supply. The plant operates under China's national emission standards for thermal power plants, which have become increasingly stringent in recent years. Coal-fired power plants in China are subject to regulations on sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter emissions, with many units required to install flue-gas desulfurization and selective catalytic reduction systems. The 880 MW capacity places this facility in the medium-to-large scale range for coal plants in China. Huadian Longkou power station plays a role in meeting regional electricity demand, supporting industrial and residential consumption. Coal power remains a significant part of China's energy mix, though the country is actively expanding renewable energy sources. The plant's operational status indicates it continues to provide baseload power to the grid, contributing to energy security in the region.
Environmental context
The plant's coal fuel source results in significant CO2 emissions, as well as SOx and NOx, which contribute to local air quality concerns. Proximity to populated areas may increase exposure to pollutants. The 880 MW capacity indicates a substantial environmental footprint, though modern emission control technologies can mitigate some impacts. China's regulatory framework for coal power includes emission limits and efficiency standards, but older plants may have higher emission intensities.
Frequently asked questions
Huadian Longkou power station is located in China at coordinates 37.6809 N, 120.3132 E.
The plant has a capacity of 880 megawatts, making it a medium-to-large scale coal-fired power station.
The plant is owned and operated by Huadian Power International Company Limited, a major Chinese state-owned power generation company.
Coal power plants in China must comply with national emission standards for SO2, NOx, and particulate matter, often requiring flue-gas desulfurization and selective catalytic reduction systems.
Coal power generation produces CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, contributing to climate change and local air pollution. Modern emission controls can reduce but not eliminate these impacts.