Solar Power Operations - As of June 30, 2021, the Group operated 76 solar power plants with a total installed capacity of approximately 2,825.4 megawatts (MW), an increase from 61 plants and 2,070.4 MW as of December 31, 2020[9]. - The Group diversified its solar power plants across 18 different regions in the People's Republic of China (PRC) as of June 30, 2021, up from 17 regions at the end of 2020[9]. - The Group strategically selects solar power plant locations based on factors such as solar irradiation, applicable feed-in tariffs, and local grid connection conditions[10]. - The Group's solar power plants are primarily ground-mounted, with a small portion being rooftop installations[10]. - The total electricity generated by the Group's power plants increased from approximately 1,388,242 MWh in 2020 to approximately 1,744,946 MWh in 2021, representing a growth of about 25.7%[15]. - As of June 30, 2021, the Group operated 76 solar power plants with an aggregate installed capacity of 2,825.4 MW, generating 1,744,946 MWh of electricity during the six months ended June 30, 2021[18]. - The Group's solar power plants in Zone 1 generated a total of 606,641 MWh, contributing significantly to the overall electricity generation[18]. Financial Performance - Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was RMB 1,310 million, an increase of 22.3% compared to RMB 1,071 million in the same period of 2020[68]. - Profit for the period reached RMB 361 million, significantly up from RMB 93 million in the previous year, representing a growth of 287.1%[74]. - EBITDA for the first half of 2021 was RMB 1,131 million, compared to RMB 977 million in the same period of 2020, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 15.7%[68]. - Basic earnings per share attributable to equity holders of the Company increased to 1.65 RMB cents from 0.41 RMB cents, marking a rise of 302.4%[70]. - The total comprehensive income for the period was RMB 293 million, compared to RMB 44 million in the same period of 2020, indicating a substantial increase of 570.5%[74]. - The profit attributable to equity holders of the Company for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was RMB 371 million, a significant increase from RMB 85 million in 2020, representing a 336.5% growth[135]. Financing and Capital Structure - The effective interest rate for bank and other borrowings decreased to approximately 4.49% as of June 30, 2021, down from approximately 4.70% at the end of 2020[19]. - The Group completed a capital increase transaction in June 2021, raising RMB3,000 million by disposing of no more than 29.43% equity interest in UP Changzhou to ICBC Investment[20]. - On June 29, 2021, the Company issued three-year convertible bonds amounting to US$50 million (approximately RMB320 million) with a coupon rate of 3.8% per annum[21]. - The total borrowings and convertible bonds increased to RMB 24,174 million as of June 30, 2021, up from RMB 18,030 million as of 31 December 2020[36]. - The Group's total bank and other borrowings amounted to approximately RMB 23,195 million, with RMB 5,628 million due within one year[27]. - The Group's financing activities during the period included various refinancing efforts aimed at lowering funding costs and improving liquidity[26]. Acquisitions and Growth Strategy - The Group completed seven acquisitions of subsidiaries in China with a total capacity of 535MW, none of which were individually material[41]. - The Group acquired the entire equity interest of a solar power company in China for approximately RMB1,178 million, with an installed capacity of about 300MW[41]. - The Group completed the acquisition of 16 power plants in the PRC during the period, significantly increasing its renewable energy portfolio from two plants as of December 31, 2020[180]. - The Group acquired 100% equity interest in Wollar Solar Development Pty Ltd in Australia for a total consideration of AUD 22.4 million (approximately RMB 112 million)[181]. - The newly acquired power plants include a total installed capacity of 1,115 MW, enhancing the Group's operational scale in the renewable energy sector[186]. - The Group's acquisition strategy aims to enhance returns to shareholders through the expansion of its renewable energy business[180]. Operational Focus and Future Outlook - The Company plans to focus on solar and wind power development in the short term while diversifying its renewable energy portfolio for long-term multi-type energy supply[11]. - The Group's operational focus during the reporting period was on managing its existing solar power business[9]. - The Company aims to ensure sustained, rapid, and healthy development in the second half of 2021, with a commitment to achieving all set goals[60]. - The year 2021 marks the beginning of the "14th Five-Year Plan," presenting new opportunities for the renewable energy sector as the goals of "carbon peak and carbon neutrality" are prioritized[58]. - Authorities at various levels are introducing supportive policies to promote the development of new energy and improve the utilization ratio of renewable energy[58]. Financial Position and Assets - Total assets as of June 30, 2021, amounted to RMB 35,649 million, an increase of 36.5% from RMB 26,088 million as of December 31, 2020[76]. - Total equity reached RMB 8,968 million, up 58.5% from RMB 5,655 million at the end of 2020[76]. - Current assets increased to RMB 13,953 million, representing a 43.5% growth compared to RMB 9,722 million at the end of 2020[76]. - Total liabilities stood at RMB 26,681 million, a rise of 30.5% from RMB 20,433 million as of December 31, 2020[78]. - Non-current assets totaled RMB 21,696 million, reflecting a 32.5% increase from RMB 16,366 million at the end of 2020[76]. Employee and Operational Expenses - The total employee benefits expenses for the period amounted to approximately RMB74 million, an increase from approximately RMB42 million in the previous year[44]. - The Group's EBITDA margin decreased by approximately 5% from about 91% for the six months ended 30 June 2020 to approximately 86% for the Period, primarily due to additional operating expenses from business expansion[28]. - The company reported finance income of RMB 84 million, up from RMB 18 million in the previous year, showing a growth of 366.7%[68]. Risk Management and Compliance - The Group's activities expose it to various financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, and liquidity risk[120]. - There were no significant changes in the risk management policies since the year-end of December 31, 2020[120]. - The financial information for the period has been prepared in accordance with the applicable disclosure provisions of the Listing Rules and HKAS 34, ensuring compliance with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards[104].
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