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Taichung Power Plant Hits Milestone: Gas Units at Full Capacity, Coal Units to be Dismantled
Utilities · Electric Utilities · cnyes · 2026-09-04
Taichung Power Plant has achieved full capacity with its new gas-fired units and plans to begin dismantling coal-fired units in October to meet 2034 goals.
What Happened
Coal Reduction: Taichung Power Plant has successfully reached 100% capacity with its new gas-fired units 1 and 2, with plans to begin dismantling the original coal-fired units starting in October. This move marks a significant milestone in the plant's transition toward a coal-free operation by the end of 2034.
Energy Demand: Taichung has led Taiwan in electricity consumption for seven consecutive years, accounting for approximately 15% of the national total. Taipower emphasized that the aging coal units are no longer sufficient to meet the city's growing industrial and urban power needs.
Policy Support: Economic Minister Kung Ming-hsin has called for continued support from the Taichung city government and the Legislative Yuan to ensure the timely completion of the second phase of the gas-fired project. The second phase, which has already passed environmental impact assessments, is critical for maintaining long-term power stability.
Clarification: Taipower clarified that the increase in the coal budget for next year is due to rising global coal prices rather than increased consumption. The company expects coal usage to drop by 800,000 tons next year as new gas-fired capacity comes online, reinforcing its commitment to energy transition.