Overview
Nanshan Gas is a 132 MW gas-fired power plant located in China. It operates as a gas power plant, contributing to the country's energy mix.
Nanshan Gas is a gas-fired power generation facility located in China, with a capacity of 132 MW. The plant is operational and serves as a medium-scale gas power plant within the country's diverse energy infrastructure. Gas power plants like Nanshan Gas typically utilize combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) technology for higher efficiency and lower emissions compared to coal-fired plants. In China, such facilities operate under national emission standards and are subject to environmental regulations aimed at reducing air pollutants. The plant's location in China places it within a rapidly growing energy market, where natural gas plays an increasing role in transitioning to cleaner energy sources. Its capacity supports local grid stability and contributes to regional power supply.
Environmental context
As a gas-fired plant, Nanshan Gas produces lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to coal plants. Its capacity of 132 MW is moderate, and the use of natural gas reduces local air pollution. The plant's environmental impact is further mitigated by modern combustion technologies and regulatory oversight under China's national emission standards.
Frequently asked questions
Nanshan Gas is located in China, with coordinates approximately 18.32° N, 109.16° E.
Nanshan Gas is a gas-fired power plant, utilizing natural gas as its primary fuel.
Nanshan Gas has a capacity of 132 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale gas power plant.
Gas power plants in China must comply with national emission standards for air pollutants, including limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as carbon intensity targets.
Nanshan Gas supports China's energy transition by providing cleaner electricity from natural gas, reducing reliance on coal and lowering overall emissions.