Overview
GEM tracks 9 units or phases at this site (operating 860 MW, under construction 2.00 GW).
Technology: subcritical, ultra-supercritical; fuel: coal: waste coal, coal: unknown.
Ownership: Jinkong Electric Power Datang Thermal Power Shanxi Co Ltd (parent company: Jinneng Holding Shanxi Electric Power Co Ltd; Datang International Power Generation Co Ltd).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phase I Unit 1 | 50 MW | subcritical | 2006 | ||
| Phase I Unit 2 | 50 MW | subcritical | 2006 | ||
| Phase I Unit 3 | 50 MW | subcritical | 2006 | ||
| Phase I Unit 4 | 50 MW | subcritical | 2006 | ||
| Phase II Unit 5 | 330 MW | subcritical | 2014 | ||
| Phase II Unit 6 | 330 MW | subcritical | 2014 | ||
| Phase III Unit 7 | 1.00 GW | Construction | ultra-supercritical | 2026 | |
| Phase III Unit 8 | 1.00 GW | Construction | ultra-supercritical | 2026 | |
| Unit 7 | 660 MW | Cancelled | ultra-supercritical |
Location
Frequently asked questions
What is the capacity of Tongmei Datang power station?
Tongmei Datang power station has a capacity of 860 MW according to the latest Global Energy Monitor data.
Who owns Tongmei Datang power station?
Jinkong Electric Power Datang Thermal Power Shanxi Co Ltd — parent company: Jinneng Holding Shanxi Electric Power Co Ltd; Datang International Power Generation Co Ltd.
Where is Tongmei Datang power station located?
It is located in Shanxi, China. Approximate coordinates: 39.9804, 113.1830.
When did Tongmei Datang power station start operating?
Start year: 2006. Current status: Operating.