Overview
Songhuajiang power station is a 730 MW coal-fired power plant in China, operated by CPI Jilin Power Share Co Ltd. It plays a key role in regional electricity supply.
Songhuajiang power station is a coal-fired power plant located in China, with an operational capacity of 730 megawatts. The facility is owned and operated by CPI Jilin Power Share Co Ltd, contributing to the country's extensive coal power generation fleet. The plant operates under China's national emission standards for thermal power plants, which regulate SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. As a coal-fired facility, it uses pulverized coal combustion technology typical of medium-to-large scale plants in the region. The 730 MW capacity places it in the medium-to-large category for Chinese coal plants. Songhuajiang power station supports grid stability and industrial development in its region. Its environmental footprint is managed through compliance with national air quality standards, though coal generation inherently involves higher CO2 emissions compared to gas or renewable sources.
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 emission regulations, means it must adhere to national standards. Proximity to populated areas may raise local air quality concerns, though specific distances are not detailed.
Frequently asked questions
Songhuajiang power station is located in China, with coordinates 43.9085 N, 126.5038 E.
Songhuajiang power station has a capacity of 730 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large coal-fired power plant.
The plant is owned by CPI Jilin Power Share Co Ltd, a Chinese power generation company.
Coal power plants in China must comply with national emission standards for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as carbon intensity targets under the country's climate commitments.
Songhuajiang power station uses coal as its primary fuel, which is typical for thermal power generation in China.