Overview
GEM tracks 2 units or phases at this site (operating 2.00 GW).
Technology: supercritical; fuel: coal: bituminous.
Ownership: Soma Kyodo Power Co Ltd (parent company: Chubu Electric Power Co Inc; Tokyo Electric Power Co).
Why it matters
- The 4th-largest coal-fired power station in Japan by capacity (of 76 operating coal facilities tracked).
- Provides about 3.8% of Japan's operating coal capacity and roughly 0.8% of all operating power capacity in the country in the dataset.
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | 1.00 GW | supercritical | 1994 | ||
| Unit 2 | 1.00 GW | supercritical | 1995 |
Location
Frequently asked questions
What is the capacity of Shinchi power station?
Shinchi power station has a capacity of 2.00 GW according to the latest Global Energy Monitor data.
Who owns Shinchi power station?
Soma Kyodo Power Co Ltd — parent company: Chubu Electric Power Co Inc; Tokyo Electric Power Co.
Where is Shinchi power station located?
It is located in Fukushima, Japan. Approximate coordinates: 37.8411, 140.9462.
When did Shinchi power station start operating?
Start year: 1994. Current status: Operating.