Overview
Siping power station is a 550 MW coal-fired power plant in China, operated by CPI Jilin Power Share Co Ltd. It contributes to the regional power grid with its operational capacity.
Siping power station is a coal-fired power plant located in China, with a capacity of 550 MW. The facility is owned and operated by CPI Jilin Power Share Co Ltd and is currently operational. As a coal power plant, it plays a significant role in meeting the energy demands of the region. The plant operates under China's national emission standards for thermal power plants, which include limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. With a capacity of 550 MW, it falls into the medium-to-large scale category for coal power plants in China. Siping power station supports the local grid and industrial activities in the area. Its operation contributes to the energy mix of China, which relies heavily on coal for power generation. The plant's environmental impact is managed through regulatory compliance and emission control technologies.
Environmental context
The plant's coal fuel source results in significant CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, typical for coal power generation. Its location in China, a country with stringent but evolving air quality regulations, means it must comply with national emission standards. Proximity to populated areas could affect local air quality, and the plant's age and technology level influence its environmental footprint.
Frequently asked questions
Siping power station is located in China, with coordinates 43.1530 N, 124.4025 E.
Siping power station has a capacity of 550 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large coal power plant.
Siping power station is owned and operated by CPI Jilin Power Share Co Ltd.
Coal power plants in China must comply with national emission standards for air pollutants, including limits on sulfur dioxide (SOx), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter. These standards are enforced by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment.
Coal power generation produces significant carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, contributing to climate change, as well as sulfur dioxide (SOx) and nitrogen oxides (NOx) that can cause acid rain and respiratory issues. Modern plants use emission control technologies to mitigate these impacts.