China

Sujiahekou — 315 MW Hydroelectric

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Sujiahekou is a 315 MW hydro power plant located in China. View location, capacity, and technical details.

Capacity
315 MW

Installed

Commissioned
2015

Year online

Owner
China Three Gorges Corporation

Operator

Location
25.25, 98.19

Coordinates

Insights

#1,053
largest in %s
#1,059
largest %s worldwide
#5,934
largest worldwide
2015
%d yrs newer than avg
508
operated by %s
29
plants within 100 km

Technical Details

Fuel Type
Hydroelectric
Capacity
315 MW
Commissioned
2015
Status
Operational
Owner
China Three Gorges Corporation
Country
China
Coordinates
25.250, 98.190

Estimated Carbon Footprint

Annual CO₂
26,490 t

tonnes / year

Lifetime CO₂
2.1M t

over ~%d yrs

Intensity
24 g

gCO₂ per kWh

Annual emissions equal to

5,759
cars / year
3,532
homes / year
1.2M
trees to offset

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

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About this plant

Situated in the picturesque region of Yunnan, China, the Sujiahekou power plant is a significant contributor to the national energy generation landscape. This hydroelectric facility boasts a capacity of 315 MW, playing a crucial role in harnessing the region’s abundant water resources to produce clean, renewable energy. The plant utilizes advanced hydro technology to convert the kinetic energy of flowing water into electrical energy, making it a vital asset in China’s efforts to transition towards a more sustainable energy future. As part of the national energy mix, the Sujiahekou power plant not only helps to reduce reliance on fossil fuels but also supports the growing demand for electricity in both urban and rural areas of the region. The strategic location at coordinates 25.2500, 98.1900 positions it advantageously within the local grid, allowing for efficient energy distribution. This plant is integral to the overall energy strategy of China, which emphasizes the development of renewable energy sources in response to climate change and energy security concerns. The hydroelectric generation technology employed at Sujiahekou leverages the natural topography of the Yunnan province, where rivers and streams are abundant, ensuring a consistent and reliable power output. As the Chinese government continues to implement policies aimed at increasing the share of renewable energy in the national grid, the Sujiahekou hydro power plant stands as a testament to the potential of hydroelectric power in contributing to a greener, more sustainable future.

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