Overview
Jiangsu Huadian Qishuyan is a 780 MW gas-fired power plant in Jiangsu, China, operated by Jiangsu Huadian Qishuyan Electric Power Co. Ltd. It plays a key role in the regional power grid.
Jiangsu Huadian Qishuyan is a gas-fired power plant located in Jiangsu Province, China, with a capacity of 780 MW. The plant is owned and operated by Jiangsu Huadian Qishuyan Electric Power Co. Ltd. and is currently operational, contributing to the energy needs of the region. Gas power plants in China are subject to national emission standards under the Air Pollution Prevention and Control Law, which sets limits for SO2, NOx, and particulate matter. The plant's capacity of 780 MW places it in the medium-to-large scale for gas-fired generation in China, where combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) technology is commonly used for efficiency and lower emissions compared to coal. The plant's location in Jiangsu, a highly industrialized and populous province, underscores its importance in meeting local electricity demand. Gas-fired plants like this one offer operational flexibility and lower carbon intensity than coal, supporting China's transition to cleaner energy sources.
Environmental context
The plant uses natural gas as fuel, which produces lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to coal-fired plants. Its location in Jiangsu, a densely populated and industrialized region, means that emissions are regulated under China's national air quality standards. The 780 MW capacity suggests a significant local environmental footprint, but gas technology reduces overall pollutant impact relative to coal.
Frequently asked questions
Jiangsu Huadian Qishuyan is located in Jiangsu Province, China, near the city of Changzhou, with coordinates approximately 31.74 N, 120.04 E.
The plant has a capacity of 780 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale gas-fired power station.
The plant is owned and operated by Jiangsu Huadian Qishuyan Electric Power Co. Ltd.
Gas power plants in China must comply with the Air Pollution Prevention and Control Law, which sets emission limits for SO2, NOx, and particulate matter. They also fall under national carbon reduction policies.
Gas-fired plants like Jiangsu Huadian Qishuyan produce significantly lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to coal plants, making them a cleaner alternative for power generation.