Overview
Jiulong Paper Mill Hailong power station is a 270 MW coal-fired plant in Taicang, China, owned by Hailong Paper (Taicang) Co Ltd. It provides electricity for industrial operations and the local grid.
Jiulong Paper Mill Hailong power station is a coal-fired power plant located in Taicang, near Shanghai, China. With a capacity of 270 MW, it falls into the medium-scale category for coal power plants in China. The facility is owned by Hailong Paper (Taicang) Co Ltd and is currently operational, supporting both the paper mill's energy needs and regional power supply. The plant operates under China's national emission standards for thermal power plants, which include limits on SO2, NOx, and particulate matter. As a coal-fired facility, it likely uses subcritical technology typical of plants built in the early 2000s. The Chinese government has been tightening regulations to reduce emissions from coal power, including requirements for desulfurization and denitrification systems. Located in the densely populated Yangtze River Delta, the plant's emissions contribute to regional air quality concerns. However, its integration with a paper mill allows for potential cogeneration efficiencies. The facility plays a role in supporting industrial activity in Taicang, a major manufacturing hub, and is subject to ongoing environmental oversight.
Environmental context
The plant's coal combustion releases CO2, SO2, NOx, and particulate matter, contributing to local and regional air pollution. Its location in the Yangtze River Delta, a densely populated and industrialized area, heightens environmental sensitivity. The facility's age and technology (likely subcritical) result in lower efficiency and higher emissions per MWh compared to modern supercritical or CCGT plants. Proximity to urban centers increases exposure to pollutants.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Taicang, Jiangsu Province, China, near the Yangtze River and Shanghai.
The plant has a capacity of 270 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-sized coal-fired power station.
The facility is owned by Hailong Paper (Taicang) Co Ltd, an industrial company in the paper manufacturing sector.
Coal power plants in China must comply with national emission standards for SO2, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as requirements for desulfurization and denitrification equipment.
The plant emits CO2, SO2, NOx, and particulates, contributing to air pollution in the Yangtze River Delta region. Its coal combustion also generates ash and wastewater.