Overview
Niutoushan (Fujian) Dam is a 100 MW hydroelectric power plant in Fujian, China, operated by China Power Investment Corporation. It contributes to the region's renewable energy capacity.
Niutoushan (Fujian) Dam is a hydroelectric power plant located in Fujian Province, China, with an installed capacity of 100 MW. The facility is owned by China Power Investment Corporation and is currently operational, playing a role in the local power grid. As a hydroelectric plant, it utilizes the flow of water to generate electricity, a renewable energy source that produces no direct CO2 emissions. The plant's capacity of 100 MW places it in the small-to-medium scale for hydroelectric facilities in China, which has a vast and diverse hydropower fleet. The plant supports China's energy transition by providing clean electricity, reducing reliance on coal-fired generation. Its operation aligns with national goals for increasing renewable energy share and reducing carbon intensity in the power sector.
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 Fujian, a mountainous region with ample rainfall, supports consistent hydropower output. Proximity to populated areas may influence land use and water management practices.
Frequently asked questions
Niutoushan (Fujian) Dam is located in Fujian Province, China, at coordinates 27.3657° N, 119.4298° E.
The installed capacity of Niutoushan (Fujian) Dam is 100 megawatts (MW).
The plant is owned by China Power Investment Corporation, a major state-owned power generation company in China.
Hydroelectric plants in China are regulated under the Renewable Energy Law and the Water Law, which govern resource utilization, environmental impact, and grid integration. Projects must comply with national emission standards and water use permits.
As a renewable hydroelectric facility, it helps China increase its share of non-fossil fuel power generation, supporting national targets for carbon peak and carbon neutrality.