National Grid(US:NGG) Yang Shi Wang·2025-06-17 06:55Group 1: Power Supply and Demand Forecast - The upcoming summer is expected to see a significant increase in electricity demand due to rising temperatures, with maximum load in Hunan projected to reach 50 million kilowatts [1][3] - Hunan's power grid will enhance its supply capacity by over 5 million kilowatts through the commissioning of 12 key projects by the end of June [3] - The national grid's maximum load is anticipated to exceed 1.2 billion kilowatts, setting a historical record [6] Group 2: Regional Power Supply Enhancements - Hebei has increased its external power supply capacity to 19.54 million kilowatts, accounting for over 40% of its total supply, marking a historical high for the region [4] - The coal inventory in Hunan has reached 6.03 million tons, ensuring stable operation of hydro and thermal power plants [3] Group 3: Renewable Energy Integration - The integration of renewable energy sources is expected to peak in 2025, with significant contributions from wind and solar power [13][16] - By April 2025, the installed capacity of wind and solar power in China reached 540 million kilowatts and 990 million kilowatts, respectively, accounting for 44% of the total installed capacity [16] - The successful integration of renewable energy is crucial for maintaining grid stability during peak summer demand [17][18] Group 4: Infrastructure Development - Key power grid projects are under construction to enhance inter-regional power exchange capabilities, particularly in response to summer peak demand [20][22] - The construction of the 750 kV transmission project in Shaanxi is expected to replace 7 million tons of coal consumption annually and increase power delivery by 17 billion kilowatt-hours [21] - The completion of the 500 kV optimization project in Sichuan will facilitate the export of clean energy, with total installed capacity expected to exceed 50 million kilowatts by the end of the year [22]