China Datang Corporation
China Datang Corporation (Datang) is one of the largest and most influential energy enterprises in China. As a leading energy giant and state owned enterprise, it is dedicated to developing and transforming traditional energy resources into clean and sustainable energy for China and other countries.
Datang was established in 1988. Its main business covers power plant projects, power plant development and investment, thermal and renewable energy, natural gas, and other related businesses. As of 2017, the company had an installed capacity of 1,019,000 megawatts (MW), making it the second largest power generator in China and the sixth largest in the world.
In addition to being a leader in power generation, Datang is also at on the forefront of technology development and innovation. This includes investment in research and development in areas such clean energy technology as well as smart grid and technological innovations.
One of the more noteworthy innovations of Datang is its nuclear technology. The company has approved 12 commercial nuclear power projects, with a total installation capacity of 18 million kilowatts. The projects are all under construction or operation and are responsible for supplying the power needs of over 20 million people. They also produce green energy and can reduce coal consumption by 16 million tons and carbon dioxide emissions by 44 million tons annually.
Datang also produces energy from other renewable sources, and aims to become a leader global leader in renewable energy and clean technology. In 2018, the company had an installed capacity of 8,000 MW for electric and thermal power generated from wind and solar. Datang has also been actively involved in multiple projects outside of China, such as a wind power project in Mexico and a hydropower station in Laos.
In conclusion, Datang is a crucial energy enterprise in China that is on the forefront of energy production and technology development. The company is devoted to promoting clean and sustainable energy, while continuing to develop new technologies. Its achievements and contributions to the energy industry have become a model for other countries in the world.
