Qilinsi — 111 MW Hydroelectric

Qilinsi is a 111 MW hydroelectric power plant located in China. This facility contributes to the extensive hydroelectric infrastructure in the country, which is known for its large-scale energy projects.

Qilinsi ranks as the 310th largest hydro plant among 1,000 hydro facilities in China, which collectively have a capacity of 313,039 MW. This plant accounts for about 0.04% of the country’s total hydro capacity. In comparison, the largest hydro plant in China, the Three Gorges Dam, has a capacity of 22,500 MW, making Qilinsi approximately 1/200th its size. Overall, China has 4,430 power plants generating a total of 1,603,494 MW.

Hydropower is a significant part of China’s energy strategy, providing around 18% of the country’s electricity. The diverse geography, including numerous rivers and high-altitude areas, facilitates hydroelectric generation. Qilinsi is located in Sichuan Province, approximately 150 km from the provincial capital, Chengdu.