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Zibo Hongda power station - Coal Power Plant in Zibo, Shandong, China

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Overview

Zibo Hongda power station is a 140 MW coal-fired power plant in Zibo, Shandong, China. Operated by Zibo Hongda Thermal Power, it supports the region's industrial energy demand.

Zibo Hongda power station is a coal-fired power generation facility located in Zibo, Shandong Province, China. With a capacity of 140 MW, it is a medium-scale plant within China's vast coal power fleet, contributing to the local grid and industrial energy supply. The plant operates under China's national emission standards for thermal power plants, which include limits on SO2, NOx, and particulate matter. As a coal-fired facility, it uses subcritical or supercritical technology typical for its size and age, though specific technology details are not disclosed. The plant's coal consumption results in significant CO2 emissions, consistent with the sector's profile in China. Zibo Hongda power station plays a role in meeting the energy needs of Zibo's industrial base. Its location in Shandong, a province with high coal power density, places it within a region where air quality management is a priority. The plant's operational status ensures continued power supply to local industries and communities.

Environmental context

The plant's coal fuel source results in substantial CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions, contributing to local and regional air quality concerns. Zibo is an industrial city with high population density, so the plant's proximity to populated areas increases potential exposure to pollutants. The 140 MW capacity places it in a medium-scale category, with environmental impact proportional to its output. China's regulatory framework, including the Air Pollution Prevention and Control Action Plan, sets emission limits for such facilities.

Frequently asked questions

Zibo Hongda power station is located in Zibo, Shandong Province, China, at coordinates 36.7833° N, 118.0500° E.

Zibo Hongda power station has a capacity of 140 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale coal-fired power plant.

The plant is owned and operated by Zibo Hongda Thermal Power.

Coal power plants in China must comply with national emission standards for air pollutants, including SO2, NOx, and particulate matter, as part of the Air Pollution Prevention and Control Action Plan. Plants are also subject to carbon intensity targets under China's climate commitments.

The primary fuel is coal, which is typical for power generation in China and results in significant CO2 and other emissions.
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