Shentou Power Station
3.0 GW coal power plant in China
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History & Background
Commissioned in 1989, Shentou Power Station is a coal power plant located in China with an installed capacity of 3.0 GW. It is operated by Shenhua Group.
Why It Matters
Shentou Power Station is one of the largest sources of dispatchable power in China, generating enough electricity for around 1.4 million US-equivalent households per year. Coal plants of this scale historically anchored national grids, but their high CO2 intensity makes them central targets in most decarbonization plans.
Environmental Impact
Shentou Power Station is among the most carbon-intensive forms of electricity generation. A plant of this size typically emits roughly 13.7 million tonnes of CO2 per year, along with particulate matter, sulfur compounds, and trace heavy metals. Most national decarbonization plans include phasing plants like this out within the next two decades.
Fun Facts
- Produces enough electricity to power roughly 1.4 million US-equivalent households per year at typical capacity factor.
- Has been operating for 37 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does Shentou Power Station produce?▾
Shentou Power Station has an installed nameplate capacity of 3.0 GW. At typical capacity factors for coal plants (~55%), this produces enough electricity for approximately 1.4 million US-equivalent households per year.
Where is Shentou Power Station located?▾
Shentou Power Station is located in China at approximately 39.6500°, 112.5500°.
When was Shentou Power Station built?▾
Shentou Power Station was commissioned in 1989.
Who owns Shentou Power Station?▾
Shentou Power Station is owned and operated by Shenhua Group.
About Coal Power
Coal power plants burn coal to produce steam, which drives turbines to generate electricity. While reliable and capable of producing large amounts of power, coal plants are significant sources of CO2 emissions and air pollution.
Other Coal Power Plants in China
| Name | Capacity | Owner |
|---|---|---|
| ⚡Datang Tuoketuo Power Station | 6.7 GW | China Datang Corporation |
| ⚡Waigaoqiao Power Station | 5.0 GW | Shanghai Electric |
| ⚡Beilun Power Station | 5.0 GW | Zhejiang Energy |
| ⚡Suizhong Power Station | 3.6 GW | State Power Investment Corporation |
| ⚡Pingshan Power Station | 1.3 GW | Shenhua Guohua |
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Data Sources
Power plant data is based on the Global Power Plant Database by World Resources Institute, in collaboration with Google, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Enipedia, and the Global Energy Observatory.
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