Overview
Shanxi Yuguang power station is a 600 MW coal-fired power plant in Shanxi, China. It is operational and owned by Shanxi Yuguang Power Station.
Shanxi Yuguang power station is a coal-fired power plant located in Shanxi Province, China, with a capacity of 600 MW. The plant is operational and owned by Shanxi Yuguang Power Station. As a coal power plant, it contributes to the region's electricity supply, supporting industrial and residential needs. The plant operates with a capacity of 600 MW, which is typical for medium-to-large coal power stations in China. Coal-fired power generation in China is subject to national emission standards, including limits on SO2, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as carbon intensity targets. Shanxi Yuguang power station plays a role in the local power grid, providing baseload electricity. The plant's coal use implies a significant carbon footprint, and its location in Shanxi, a coal-rich province, aligns with regional energy resources. Environmental considerations include emissions management and compliance with evolving Chinese regulations on air quality and greenhouse gases.
Environmental context
The plant's coal fuel source results in CO2, SO2, and NOx emissions, contributing to local and regional air quality concerns. Shanxi Province is a major coal-producing region, and the plant's operations are subject to Chinese national emission standards. The 600 MW capacity indicates a moderate environmental footprint relative to larger plants.
Frequently asked questions
Shanxi Yuguang power station is located in Shanxi Province, China, at coordinates 39.6166 N, 112.7998 E.
The plant has a capacity of 600 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large coal-fired power station.
The plant is owned by Shanxi Yuguang Power Station.
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 commitments.
The plant uses coal as its primary fuel, which is typical for power generation in Shanxi Province.