用电负荷连破历史纪录，“模范生”浙江如何高温应“烤”？

Core Insights - Zhejiang's electricity load has reached a historical high of 126 million kilowatts as of July 16, 2023, driven by increased demand due to high temperatures and industrial activity [1][3] - The province is facing significant challenges in electricity supply, being the largest increase in electricity consumption nationwide, with the highest utilization rate of power generation equipment and the largest proportion of external electricity supply [3][4] Group 1: Electricity Supply and Demand - The peak electricity load in Zhejiang reached 121.73 million kilowatts on July 4, 2023, 15 days earlier than the previous year [3] - Forecasts predict that the summer peak loads will reach 133 million kilowatts and 117 million kilowatts during afternoon and evening peaks, respectively, representing a year-on-year increase of 7.8% [3] - Zhejiang's energy investment reached 75.4 billion yuan in the first five months of 2023, a year-on-year increase of 23%, with total installed power generation capacity exceeding 170 million kilowatts, up over 21% [5][6] Group 2: Energy Projects and Infrastructure - Key power projects, including three high-efficiency coal power units, have been successfully commissioned, significantly contributing to the province's summer peak electricity supply [5] - By the end of 2024, Zhejiang's total installed power generation capacity is expected to reach 150 million kilowatts, a 47% increase from the end of 2020 [6] - The province has also expanded its external electricity supply, with the maximum external purchased electricity resources reaching 43.4 million kilowatts, an increase of about 10% compared to 2024 [6] Group 3: Renewable Energy and Storage Solutions - As of June 2023, Zhejiang's photovoltaic installed capacity reached 60.26 million kilowatts, making it the largest power source in the province, with renewable energy accounting for over 50% of the total installed capacity [5] - The province's grid-side energy storage capacity reached 2.36 million kilowatts, with a maximum output exceeding 2 million kilowatts, helping to alleviate supply pressure during peak periods [8] - The establishment of virtual power plants in Zhejiang marks a significant step towards integrating new energy systems, with the first market response involving 19 virtual power plants aggregating 265 secondary users [9]