前8月全国太阳能发电装机容量同比增近五成

Group 1 - As of the end of August, the total installed power generation capacity in China reached 3.69 billion kilowatts, representing a year-on-year growth of 18.0% [1] - Solar power generation capacity reached 1.12 billion kilowatts, with a significant year-on-year increase of 48.5%, while wind power capacity reached 580 million kilowatts, growing by 22.1% [1] - The cumulative average utilization hours of power generation equipment from January to August were 2,105 hours, a decrease of 223 hours compared to the same period last year [1] Group 2 - In August, the total electricity consumption in China exceeded 1 trillion kilowatt-hours, reaching 1,015.4 billion kilowatt-hours, with a year-on-year growth of 5% [1] - From January to August, the cumulative electricity consumption was 6,878.8 billion kilowatt-hours, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 4.6% [1] - The electricity consumption in the manufacturing sector in August grew by 5.5%, marking the highest growth rate for the year, with notable recovery in industries such as steel, building materials, non-ferrous metals, and chemicals [1] Group 3 - The high temperatures this summer, the highest since 1961, have led to a rapid increase in electricity consumption in the tertiary sector and among residents, with many regions experiencing record load levels [2] - Policies aimed at promoting consumption and stabilizing industrial growth have contributed to a recovery in the macro economy, with continuous capacity release across various industries [2]