Overview
Weilai Energy & Chemical captive power station is a 150 MW coal-fired plant in China, operated by Weilai Energy & Chemical Co. It supports industrial energy needs in Shaanxi province.
Weilai Energy & Chemical captive power station is a coal-fired power generation facility located in Shaanxi Province, China, with an operational capacity of 150 MW. Owned and operated by Weilai Energy & Chemical Co, the plant serves as a captive power source for industrial processes, reflecting the common practice in China's chemical sector of integrating power generation to ensure energy security and reduce operational costs. As a coal-based plant, it operates under China's national emission standards, which include stringent limits on SO2, NOx, and particulate matter under the Air Pollution Prevention and Control Action Plan. The 150 MW capacity places it in the small-to-medium scale range for coal plants in China, where larger units often exceed 500 MW. The plant's technology likely involves subcritical or supercritical boiler systems, typical for facilities of this size and vintage. The plant's location in Shaanxi, a region with significant coal reserves and industrial activity, underscores its role in supporting local chemical manufacturing. Captive power plants like this one contribute to grid stability by reducing demand on the public grid, while also facing environmental scrutiny due to coal combustion emissions. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing contribution to the regional energy mix.
Environmental context
The plant's coal-fired operation results in CO2, SO2, NOx, and particulate emissions, contributing to local air quality concerns. Shaanxi's industrial density and coal-dependent energy profile amplify regional pollution challenges. Proximity to populated areas may increase exposure to emissions, though specific distances are not detailed. The 150 MW capacity implies a moderate environmental footprint compared to larger coal plants.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Shaanxi Province, China, at coordinates 38.2334 N, 109.4891 E.
The plant has a capacity of 150 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale coal-fired power station.
The plant is owned and operated by Weilai Energy & Chemical Co, a company in the chemical sector.
Coal power plants in China must comply with national emission standards under the Air Pollution Prevention and Control Action Plan, including limits on SO2, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as carbon intensity targets.
A captive power station is a power plant dedicated to supplying electricity to a specific industrial facility or group of facilities, rather than the public grid. It provides energy security and cost savings for the operator.