China

Karakax C — 130 MW Solar

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Karakax C is a 130 MW solar power plant located in China. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
130 MW

Installed

Commissioned

Year online

Owner

Operator

Location
37.17, 79.47

Coordinates

Insights

#1,379
largest in %s
#217
largest %s worldwide
#8,983
largest worldwide
12
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Solar
Capacity
130 MW
Commissioned
Status
Operational
Owner
Country
China
Coordinates
37.165, 79.471

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
8,404 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
252,130 t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
41 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

1,827
cars / year
1,121
homes / year
382,016
trees to offset

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

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About this plant

As the 1378th largest power generation facility in China and ranking 47th among the 1329 solar plants, the Karakax C facility stands out with a capacity of 130 MW. This facility is part of a growing solar energy movement in a country where coal continues to dominate the energy landscape. The innovative solar technology employed at Karakax C allows for efficient energy conversion from sunlight, contributing to a more sustainable energy mix. In the vicinity, several other power plants coexist, including the Huawei Hetian power station with a capacity of 270 MW and the Xinjiang Hetian Bobona hydro facility generating 150 MW. This unique mix of energy sources not only enhances stability in the local grid but also highlights the increasing importance of renewable energy in the region. Despite the overwhelming capacity provided by coal plants, Karakax C’s contribution is significant, accounting for a small but impactful 0.008% of the national capacity. With the Chinese government’s initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions, this solar facility plays a crucial role in the transition to cleaner energy alternatives. Operated by a forward-thinking organization, Karakax C is set to lead the way in solar energy advancements, reinforcing China’s commitment to a sustainable energy future while supporting economic development in the region.

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