Overview
Luoyang Longyu Hongguang Power Station is a 165 MW coal-fired power plant in Henan, China, operated by Luoyang Longyu Group. It supplies electricity to the regional grid.
Luoyang Longyu Hongguang Power Station is a coal-fired power generation facility located in Henan Province, China, near the city of Luoyang. With a capacity of 165 MW, it falls into the small-to-medium scale category for coal plants in China. The plant is owned and operated by Luoyang Longyu Group and is currently operational. The facility utilizes coal as its primary fuel, a common choice in China's power sector. Coal-fired plants in China are subject to national emission standards under the Air Pollution Prevention and Control Law, which sets limits for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. As a coal-fired power station, Luoyang Longyu Hongguang contributes to the local energy supply but also faces environmental scrutiny due to CO2 emissions and air pollutants. Its location in Henan, a populous province, underscores the importance of balancing energy needs with environmental protection. The plant's relatively modest capacity suggests it serves a localized role in the regional power grid.
Environmental context
Coal-fired power generation in Henan Province operates under China's national emission standards, which regulate SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. The 165 MW capacity places this plant in a smaller scale, potentially reducing its overall environmental footprint compared to larger facilities. However, coal combustion still produces significant CO2 emissions and local air pollutants, which can affect nearby populated areas. The plant's age and technology (subcritical vs. Older coal plants typically have lower efficiency and higher emissions.
Frequently asked questions
The power station is located in Henan Province, China, near the city of Luoyang, at coordinates 34.5490 N, 112.1958 E.
The plant has a capacity of 165 megawatts (MW), which is considered small-to-medium scale for coal-fired power plants in China.
The plant is owned and operated by Luoyang Longyu Group.
Coal power plants in China must comply with the Air Pollution Prevention and Control Law, which sets emission limits for sulfur dioxide (SOx), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter. Plants may also be subject to carbon trading schemes.
Smaller coal plants like this one often use subcritical technology, with thermal efficiency around 30-35%. Newer supercritical or ultra-supercritical plants can achieve 40-45% efficiency.