Asia Carbon Industries, Inc. announced that it has begun construction of a 3000 KW power plant. Utilizing residual heat generated from the company's carbon black manufacturing process, the plant's 3000 KW capacity will satisfy the Company's electricity needs for the foreseeable future. The budget for construction of the facility is approximately $6.3 million, which will be fully funded by Company operations. Expected to be operational early in the fourth quarter of this year, management estimates that the facility will reduce Asia Carbons' electricity expenses by approximately $1.3 million annually.