Overview
Jiangsu Sheyanggang power station is a 1,320 MW coal-fired power plant in Jiangsu, China, operated by Sheyanggang Power Gen Co Ltd. It is currently operational and contributes to the regional power grid.
Jiangsu Sheyanggang power station is a coal-fired power generation facility located in Jiangsu Province, China. With a capacity of 1,320 MW, it is a large-scale plant within the Chinese power sector, which relies heavily on coal for electricity generation. The plant is owned and operated by Sheyanggang Power Gen Co Ltd and is currently in operational status. As a coal power plant, Jiangsu Sheyanggang operates under China's national emission standards, which include limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. China's power sector is subject to increasingly stringent environmental regulations, including the implementation of ultra-low emission standards for coal plants. The plant plays a significant role in meeting the energy demands of Jiangsu Province, one of China's most industrialized and populous regions. Its location near the coast may facilitate fuel supply via maritime transport. The environmental impact of coal combustion, including CO2 emissions and local air pollutants, is a key consideration for this facility and the broader region.
Environmental context
The plant's coal fuel source results in significant CO2 emissions and local air pollutants such as SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. Its location in Jiangsu, a densely populated and industrialized province, raises concerns about air quality impacts on nearby communities. The plant's capacity of 1,320 MW places it in the large-scale category, with correspondingly high emissions. China's regulatory framework, including ultra-low emission standards, aims to mitigate these impacts, but coal remains a major contributor to the region's environmental footprint.
Frequently asked questions
Jiangsu Sheyanggang power station is located in Jiangsu Province, China, near the coast at coordinates 33.8185° N, 120.4633° E.
The plant has a capacity of 1,320 megawatts (MW), making it a large-scale coal-fired power station.
The plant is owned and operated by Sheyanggang Power Gen Co Ltd.
Coal power plants in China must comply with national emission standards for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, including ultra-low emission standards that require emissions comparable to gas-fired plants.
As a coal plant, it emits CO2 and air pollutants such as SOx and NOx, which can affect local air quality. Its location in a densely populated region necessitates strict adherence to emission controls.