Shenao power station

Shenao power station was a 215-megawatt (MW) coal- and oil-fired plant in Taiwan. It is being replaced by two 800 MW coal-burning units.

Location
The map below shows the location of Rueifang Township, the approximate location where the plant will be built.

Background
The original Shenao power station consisted of three coal- and oil-burning units (1 X 75 MW, 1 X 140 MW, 1 X 200 MW). It began operation in 1960 and was retired in 1966. The original Shenao power station has been demolished.

Description of Expansion
Two 800 MW coal-burning units are being constructed at the site, with a planned operation date of 2020 and 2021.

Project Details for new units

 * Sponsor: Taipower
 * Parent company: Government of Taiwan
 * Location: Rueifang Township, Shenao
 * Coordinates: 25.1269, 121.8154 (exact)
 * Status: Construction
 * Gross Capacity:
 * Unit 4: 800 MW
 * Unit 5: 800 MW
 * Type: Ultra-supercritical
 * Projected in service:
 * Unit 4: 2020
 * Unit 5: 2021
 * Coal Type: Bituminous
 * Coal Source:
 * Source of financing:

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