Overview
Kailuan Guye power station is a 600 MW coal-fired power plant in China, operated by Kailuan GCL Power Generation Co Ltd. It is an operational facility contributing to the country's power generation capacity.
Kailuan Guye power station is a coal-fired power plant located in China, with a capacity of 600 megawatts (MW). The facility is owned and operated by Kailuan GCL Power Generation Co Ltd and is currently operational. As a coal-based power station, it plays a role in China's extensive thermal power generation sector, which remains a cornerstone of the national energy mix. The plant operates under China's national emission standards for thermal power plants, which regulate pollutants such as sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter. With a capacity of 600 MW, Kailuan Guye falls into the medium-to-large scale category for coal plants in China. Environmentally, the plant's coal fuel source implies a significant carbon footprint and emissions profile. Its location in China, a country with stringent but evolving environmental regulations, means it must comply with national air quality standards. The facility's operational status indicates it continues to supply power to the grid, supporting regional energy demand while operating within the regulatory framework for coal power generation.
Environmental context
The plant's coal combustion releases CO2, SO2, NOx, and particulate matter, contributing to local and regional air quality concerns. Its location in China, where coal power is prevalent, places it under national emission control policies. The facility's age and technology (subcritical vs. supercritical) influence efficiency and emissions intensity.
Frequently asked questions
Kailuan Guye power station is located in China, with coordinates approximately 39.73° N, 118.46° E.
The plant has a capacity of 600 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale coal-fired power station.
The plant is owned and operated by Kailuan GCL Power Generation Co Ltd.
Coal power plants in China must comply with national emission standards for SO2, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as carbon intensity targets under the country's climate policies.
The primary fuel is coal, which is typical for thermal power generation in China.