Group 1 - South Africa has declared a "national disaster state" due to severe flooding caused by continuous heavy rainfall in the northern regions [1] - Since late December last year, the Limpopo province has experienced persistent heavy rainfall leading to flooding, resulting in at least 17 deaths, including two children [1] - In Mpumalanga province, 20 individuals have died due to flood-related incidents [1] Group 2 - The flooding has caused significant infrastructure damage, with over 1,600 houses affected in Limpopo province and more than 1,000 houses damaged in Mpumalanga province [1] - 31 schools have been impacted by the flooding in Limpopo province [1] - Parts of Kruger National Park have been temporarily closed, and over 600 tourists have been evacuated due to the ongoing flooding [1] Group 3 - Rescue operations are ongoing, with the South African National Defence Force deploying helicopters to assist in the evacuation of trapped individuals [1]

Group 1 - The Iranian President, Pezeshkian, stated that an attack on Supreme Leader Khamenei would be equivalent to declaring "total war" on the Iranian people [1] - Pezeshkian attributed the hardships faced by the Iranian people primarily to the "hostile attitude and inhumane sanctions" imposed by the U.S. government and its allies over a long period [1]

Core Viewpoint - The People's Bank of China has implemented its first structural interest rate cut of the year, reducing the re-lending and re-discount rates by 0.25 percentage points to stimulate credit growth in key sectors and support economic restructuring [4]. Group 1 - The interest rate cut will take effect from January 19, 2026, making borrowing from the People's Bank of China cheaper for banks [4]. - The new rates for re-lending to support agriculture, small enterprises, and other key areas are set at 0.95% for 3-month, 1.15% for 6-month, and 1.25% for 1-year [4]. - The re-discount rate is now 1.5%, while the mortgage supplementary loan rate is set at 1.75%, and the rate for special structural monetary policy tools is 1.25% [4].

通知 建设零碳园区是推动经济社会系统性变革的关键举措，对落实国家"双碳"目标、实现高质量发展 具有深远意义。近日国家公布了首批52家国家级零碳园区建设名单，标志着零碳园区建设从概念 倡导进入实质创建阶段，也将在实践上推动落实"'十五五'时期力争建成100个左右国家级零碳园 区"这一战略部署。 为贯彻落实国家"双碳"目标，推动产业园区绿色低碳高质量发展，全面提升园区管理者、相关企 业及服务机构在零碳园区规划、建设、运营及管理方面的专业能力与实践水平，中国能源报中国 能源经济研究院零碳园区专委会、中国开发区协会碳中和专业委员会将于2026年3月5—6日在北 京联合举办"零碳园区建设重点培训班"。培训班将从政策解读、标准建设、顶层设计、碳盘查、 能源规划、技术集成到运营管理、碳资产开发等全流程，提供模块化、针对性的解决方案培训， 以系统性、专业化赋能零碳园区建设从 "政策蓝图"转化为可操作的"施工图纸"。 时间及地点 时间：2026年3月5—6日（4日报到） 地点：北京市朝阳区人民日报社新媒体大厦 规模：80人 组织机构 主办单位：中国能源报中国能源经济研究院零碳园区专委会、中国开发区协会碳中和专业委员会 课程内容 ...

Core Viewpoint - The explosion at Baogang Steel's plate factory has resulted in significant casualties and has prompted immediate safety and investigative measures by local authorities [3][4][6]. Group 1: Incident Overview - The explosion occurred on January 18 at 15:03, involving a 650m³ saturated water and steam tank, leading to 2 fatalities, 8 missing persons, and 84 injuries [4][6]. - Emergency response teams, including fire, health, and market regulation departments, have been mobilized for rescue and recovery efforts [6]. Group 2: Safety and Environmental Impact - Local authorities have initiated a comprehensive safety inspection within a 5-kilometer radius of the factory, with production halted at the site [3]. - Monitoring by environmental departments has shown no immediate adverse effects on air or soil quality, and no wastewater has been produced from the incident [3]. Group 3: Accountability Measures - An accident investigation team has been established to thoroughly investigate the cause and assign responsibility, with law enforcement taking measures against responsible personnel [3][6].

Core Viewpoint - The industry is undergoing a profound supply-side structural reform, leading to a more streamlined, efficient, and community-connected modern energy service network, rather than a decline [1][16]. Industry Restructuring and Location Differences - By the end of 2025, the number of gas stations in China is projected to decrease to approximately 110,000, a 7.5% drop from the peak in 2021, with a compound annual growth rate of -2.11% over the past five years [3][5]. - The reduction in gas stations is driven by stringent regulatory compliance and the rise of new energy sources, marking the end of an era focused on scale expansion [3][9]. - The gas station industry is dominated by two major players, China Petroleum and China National Petroleum, which control nearly 70% of fuel sales through strategic location placements [6]. Compliance Regulation and Electrification Trends - The reduction in gas stations is a result of dual pressures: tightening regulatory compliance and the energy consumption revolution, which is reshaping traditional business models [9][12]. - By 2025, over 15% of gas stations are expected to add charging facilities, reflecting the shift towards electric vehicles, which are projected to exceed a 50% market penetration rate [12][14]. Comprehensive Energy Services and Diversification - The ongoing reduction of gas stations is viewed as market optimization, with high-value stations entering the market while low-efficiency stations exit [14]. - The transformation of gas stations from mere fuel distributors to diversified energy and lifestyle service providers is underway, enhancing customer engagement and service offerings [14][15]. - Digital tools are increasingly utilized for precise marketing and inventory management, helping to bridge operational gaps between large groups and independent stations [15].

Industry News - In 2025, China's total electricity consumption is expected to exceed 10 trillion kilowatt-hours, reaching 10.4 trillion kilowatt-hours, a year-on-year increase of 5%, marking the first time a single country has achieved this milestone [2] - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and five other departments released interim measures for the recycling and comprehensive utilization of used power batteries from new energy vehicles, aiming to strengthen management and regulation across the entire lifecycle [2] - The "Taihang Brothers" gas turbine projects have successfully completed evaluation and acceptance, which is expected to boost the development of China's gas turbine industry [2] - The first nuclear power unit in Jiangsu Province has begun construction, marking the start of nuclear power projects in 2026 [3] - China is accelerating the engineering phase of nuclear fusion, with the BEST device aiming to achieve operational status by 2030 [3] - A compact renewable energy hydrogen production system has been launched in Ningbo, showcasing advancements in hydrogen manufacturing technology [3] - Coking coal options have been listed on the Dalian Commodity Exchange, enhancing risk management tools for the coal and steel industry [4] - A new 3-megawatt gas turbine developed in China has been officially released, promoting the development of high-end energy equipment [4] - The Longdong to Shandong ±800 kV ultra-high voltage direct current transmission project has achieved full power operation, with a record daily electricity delivery of 1.42 billion kilowatt-hours [5] - The construction of a national-level zero-carbon park has commenced in Baotou, Inner Mongolia, focusing on green electricity and energy efficiency [5] - In 2025, Shanxi's new energy power generation is projected to exceed 100 billion kilowatt-hours, with a year-on-year increase of 26% [5] - Japan's largest nuclear power plant may face delays in restarting its No. 6 reactor due to a malfunction during a control rod extraction test [6] - The China Pingmei Shenma Group has been officially established, marking a significant milestone in the strategic restructuring of Henan Energy Group and Pingmei Shenma Group, with total assets of 590 billion yuan and nearly 300 billion yuan in revenue [7] - The main construction of a 120,000-kilowatt pumped storage power station in Shanxi has officially begun, representing a pioneering project in a region with developed karst topography [7]

人民日报评西贝关店事件：网络舆论环境不能成为企业发展的短板。 2025年中央经济工作会议提出,"要营造良好的政治环境、人才环境、营商环境、 舆论环境"。从一些企业近年来遭遇的网络困境看,网络舆论环境已成为影响企业生存 环境乃至我国经济发展环境的重要因素。特别是一些民营企业的网络舆论环境恶化,直 接导致其生存发展堪忧,影响了我国经济发展环境。 对企业,当然可以批评,但必须客观理性,对别有用心者必须警惕。延伸看,有多 少民营企业遭遇了网络"黑嘴"、网络水军的造谣抹黑？有多少大V、小号、"自媒体"裹 挟民意、游走在红线的边缘? 有多少平台刻意制造热点、借热点挑起群体极端对立情 绪? 西贝事件早已超出口水战, 罗永浩们、贾国龙们、新浪微博等平台们, 都有要汲取 教训的地方,"营造清朗的网络空间"绝不是一个虚设的命题,而是各方必须时刻答好的 共同答卷，谁违背了这一守则，谁终将受到严厉惩罚。 来源：人民日报评论 一场网络大V与知名企业人士的网上纷争，以西贝宣布"将关闭全国102家门店"、 两人新浪微博账号均被禁言暂告一段落,但深层次的思考不应该缺席。 End 这是互联网时代的一起典型事件。网络大V以"劲爆语料"一时左右网 ...

Group 1 - The explosion incident at Baosteel's plate factory has resulted in 2 fatalities, 5 missing persons, and 66 individuals hospitalized, with 3 in critical condition [1] - The local government and emergency management departments have prioritized the incident, organizing rescue teams to the site for immediate assistance [1] - The cause of the explosion is currently under investigation [1]

当地时间1月1 7日，格陵兰岛自治政府警方批准在首府努克的钦戈尔普特郊区设立临时 军事区域，用于存放军事装备。 警方表示，在制定相关规定时，已充分考虑安全和周边环境，并设置了相应的标志和路 障，以引导道路使用者和行人。 来源：央视新闻客户端 ▲ 钦戈尔普特郊区卫星图像，图中黄色部分为临时军事区域 当 地 时 间 17 日 16 时 ， 警 方 在 钦 戈 尔 普 特 郊 区 设 立 了 警 戒 线 ， 原 因 是 军 方 将 在 此 存 放 装 备。该区域目前已被用作仓库，并已存放了一些集装箱等物品。 警方还将在该区域竖起围栏和清晰的标识，表明其为军事区域。该区域将有警戒人员持续 巡逻，任何未经授权的人员均不得进入警戒区域。 End 欢迎分享给你的朋友！ 出品 | 中国能源报（c n e n e rg y） 编辑丨闫志强 ...