经济新方位丨两个万亿度，折射经济增长新动能

Core Insights - China's total electricity consumption reached 10,154 billion kWh in August, marking a 5.0% year-on-year increase, and this is the second consecutive month of surpassing the trillion kWh mark [1] - The growth in electricity consumption is attributed to high temperatures and humidity during the summer, which increased residential electricity usage, as well as the development of new productive forces contributing to economic growth [1] Production Sector - The manufacturing sector is transitioning towards "new" and "green" practices, with significant investments in automation and technology upgrades leading to increased electricity consumption [2] - In August, electricity consumption in the manufacturing sector grew by 5.5% year-on-year, the highest this year, with high-tech manufacturing contributing significantly to this growth [2] - The production of wind power equipment and electric vehicles is experiencing rapid growth, with wind turbine gearbox production increasing by 53% year-on-year [3] Consumption Sector - The tourism and cultural sectors are seeing a resurgence, with electricity consumption in related industries increasing significantly due to heightened consumer activity during holidays [4][5] - Online retail has also accelerated, with a 9.6% year-on-year increase in online sales, driven by innovations in logistics and e-commerce [5] Investment Sector - Investment in new infrastructure, such as charging stations and data centers, is on the rise, contributing to increased electricity consumption [6] - The number of electric vehicle charging stations has grown significantly, with a 53.5% year-on-year increase in the total number of charging guns [6][7] - The data industry is also expanding, with a 57.54% year-on-year increase in electricity consumption in data centers [7] Renewable Energy - The share of renewable energy in total electricity consumption is increasing, with wind and solar power accounting for nearly 25% of total electricity generation in the first half of the year [7] - The transition to electric energy in various sectors is contributing to the growth in electricity consumption while also enhancing the "green" aspect of energy use [7]