Kaifeng-2 Power Station: 1,260 MW Coal Power Plant in Kaifeng, China

Kaifeng-2 power station is a coal-fired power plant located in Kaifeng, Henan Province, China. With a capacity of 1,260 MW, it is a large-scale facility within the Chinese power generation sector, which relies heavily on coal for electricity production. The plant is owned and operated by CPI Henan Electric Power Co Ltd, a subsidiary of China Power International Holding. The plant operates under China's national emission standards for thermal power plants, which include limits on SO2, NOx, and particulate matter. The plant's capacity places it in the upper medium range for coal plants in China, where many units exceed 1,000 MW. Kaifeng-2 power station plays a key role in meeting the electricity demand of Kaifeng and the broader Henan region. Its coal-based fuel source contributes to CO2 and other emissions, aligning with China's ongoing efforts to balance energy security with environmental goals. The plant's operational status indicates it is actively serving the grid.

The plant's coal combustion produces significant CO2, SO2, NOx, and particulate emissions, contributing to local and regional air quality concerns. Its location in Kaifeng, a city with a population of over 4 million, means emissions may affect populated areas. The facility's age and technology (likely subcritical or supercritical) influence its efficiency and emission intensity. China's regulatory framework, including the Air Pollution Prevention and Control Law and emission standards for thermal power plants, governs its environmental performance.