Overview
GEM tracks 7 units or phases at this site (operating 1.15 GW, planned 1.00 GW, retired 300 MW).
Technology: subcritical, supercritical, ultra-supercritical; fuel: coal: bituminous.
Ownership: Maoming Zhenneng By Thermal Power Co Ltd (parent company: Guangdong Electric Power Development Co Ltd; Guangdong Hengjian Investment Holding Co Ltd; China Huaneng Group Co Ltd; unknown).
Why it matters
- Coal-fired units are typically run as baseload or mid-merit plants and are the most carbon-intensive form of power generation, which makes their retirement schedules a key indicator of national transition plans.
Units and phases
| Unit / phase | Capacity | Status | Technology | Start | Retired |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New 1 | 100 MW | Retired | subcritical | 2004 | 2009 |
| Unit 3 | 100 MW | Retired | subcritical | 1975 | 2009 |
| Unit 4 | 100 MW | Retired | subcritical | 1975 | 2009 |
| Unit 5 | 220 MW | subcritical | 2003 | ||
| Unit 6 | 330 MW | subcritical | 2006 | ||
| Unit 7 | 600 MW | supercritical | 2013 | ||
| Unit 8 | 1.00 GW | Pre-construction | ultra-supercritical |
Location
Frequently asked questions
What is the capacity of Maoming cogen power station?
Maoming cogen power station has a capacity of 1.15 GW according to the latest Global Energy Monitor data.
Who owns Maoming cogen power station?
Maoming Zhenneng By Thermal Power Co Ltd — parent company: Guangdong Electric Power Development Co Ltd; Guangdong Hengjian Investment Holding Co Ltd; China Huaneng Group Co Ltd; unknown.
Where is Maoming cogen power station located?
It is located in Guangdong, China. Approximate coordinates: 21.6756, 110.8795.
When did Maoming cogen power station start operating?
Start year: 2003. Current status: Operating.