China

Taipingyi — 260 MW Hydroelectric

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Taipingyi is a 260 MW hydro power plant located in China. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
260 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2010

Year online

Owner
China Three Gorges Corporation

Operator

Location
31.23, 103.49

Coordinates

Insights

#1,174
largest in %s
#1,209
largest %s worldwide
#6,549
largest worldwide
2010
%d yrs newer than avg
508
operated by %s
35
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
260 MW
Commissioned
2010
Status
Operational
Owner
China Three Gorges Corporation
Country
China
Coordinates
31.230, 103.490

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
21,865 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
1.7M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

4,753
cars / year
2,915
homes / year
993,862
trees to offset

Renewable source — life-cycle emissions only (materials/construction), no direct combustion. Open calculator

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About this plant

Taipingyi is a notable hydroelectric power plant situated in China, recognized for its significant contribution to the country’s energy generation efforts. This facility has a capacity of 260 MW and utilizes hydroelectric technology to convert the power of flowing water into electricity efficiently. Located at coordinates 31.2300, 103.4900, Taipingyi plays an important role in supporting the local energy grid and ensuring a reliable power supply to the surrounding regions. Since its commissioning, the plant has been an integral part of China’s strategy to diversify its energy mix and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The Chinese government has increasingly focused on expanding its renewable energy portfolio, and Taipingyi exemplifies this commitment to harnessing hydro power as a clean energy source. By operating this facility, China demonstrates its capabilities in renewable energy technologies, providing a sustainable solution to meet the growing energy demands of its population while minimizing environmental impact. Taipingyi’s operational success underscores the importance of hydroelectric projects in achieving the country’s long-term energy policy goals.

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