Overview
Hubei Shiyan Zhuxi Baishahe is a 45 MW hydroelectric power plant in China. It is operational and contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity.
Hubei Shiyan Zhuxi Baishahe is a hydroelectric power plant located in China, with a capacity of 45 MW. This facility is operational and plays a role in the local energy grid, utilizing hydropower to generate electricity. The plant operates under China's regulatory framework for renewable energy, which includes policies promoting hydroelectric development. As a hydroelectric facility, it uses water flow to generate power, a technology that is well-established in China, particularly in regions with suitable topography. Environmentally, hydroelectric plants like Hubei Shiyan Zhuxi Baishahe produce low direct emissions compared to fossil fuel plants. However, they can have ecological impacts related to water flow and habitat alteration. The plant's capacity of 45 MW places it in the small-to-medium scale for hydroelectric facilities in China.
Environmental context
Hydroelectric power generation has a low carbon footprint but can affect local aquatic ecosystems and water flow regimes. The plant's location in Hubei province, a region with significant water resources, supports its operation. The 45 MW capacity indicates a moderate scale, with potential impacts on riverine habitats and downstream water availability.
Frequently asked questions
Hubei Shiyan Zhuxi Baishahe is located in China, with coordinates approximately 32.0942° N, 109.9196° E.
The plant has a capacity of 45 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale hydroelectric facility.
It is a hydroelectric power plant, generating electricity from flowing water.
Hydroelectric plants in China are subject to national renewable energy policies and environmental impact assessments, including the Water Law and the Environmental Protection Law.
Hydroelectric plants produce low greenhouse gas emissions but can alter river ecosystems, affect fish migration, and change water flow patterns.