Overview
Huai'an - Guoxin Coal is a 660 MW coal power plant in Huai'an, China, operated by Jiangsu Huaiyin Power Co Ltd. It is an operational facility contributing to the region's power generation.
Huai'an - Guoxin Coal is a coal-fired power plant located in Huai'an, Jiangsu Province, China. With a capacity of 660 MW, it falls into the medium-to-large scale category for coal power plants in China. The facility is operated by Jiangsu Huaiyin Power Co Ltd and is currently operational, serving the local and regional electricity grid. As a coal power plant, Huai'an - Guoxin Coal operates under China's national emission standards, which include limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. The plant likely utilizes subcritical or supercritical technology, typical for coal plants of this era and capacity in China. The regulatory framework also includes carbon intensity targets under China's national climate commitments. The plant's environmental significance is tied to its coal fuel source, which results in CO2 emissions and other pollutants. Its location in Huai'an, a city with industrial activity, means it contributes to local air quality considerations. The facility plays a role in meeting the energy demands of the region, supporting economic activities and residential needs.
Environmental context
The plant's coal fuel source results in significant CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, typical for coal power generation. Its location in Huai'an, an industrial area, means emissions may affect local air quality. The plant's age and technology (likely subcritical or supercritical) influence its efficiency and environmental footprint. Proximity to populated areas is a factor in assessing local environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
Huai'an - Guoxin Coal is located in Huai'an, Jiangsu Province, China.
The plant has a capacity of 660 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale coal power plant.
The plant is operated by Jiangsu Huaiyin Power 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 China's climate commitments.
Chinese coal power plants commonly use subcritical or supercritical technology, with newer plants adopting ultra-supercritical for higher efficiency.