Core Insights - The total electricity consumption in China is expected to exceed 10 trillion kilowatt-hours in 2025, marking a significant milestone in the country's energy and economic development [1][3][4] Group 1: Electricity Consumption Growth - The projected electricity consumption of 10 trillion kilowatt-hours represents approximately double the total consumption in 2015 and surpasses the combined consumption of the EU, Russia, India, and Japan in the previous year [1] - The growth in electricity consumption is driven by high-tech and equipment manufacturing sectors, with predictions indicating that the manufacturing of new energy vehicles and wind energy equipment will see growth rates exceeding 20% and 30%, respectively [3] Group 2: Consumer Demand and Market Trends - On the consumer side, electricity consumption is closely linked to emerging market trends, with significant growth in sectors such as smart home appliances, new energy vehicles, and internet-related services, which are expected to see consumption growth rates of over 30% and nearly 50% respectively [3][4] Group 3: Power Generation and Grid Strength - The total installed power generation capacity in China is expected to exceed 3.8 billion kilowatts, supported by a diverse mix of coal, hydro, wind, and solar power [3] - China boasts the highest voltage levels, the longest ultra-high voltage transmission lines, and the largest scale of renewable energy integration globally, with a supply reliability rate of 99.924% [3] Group 4: Renewable Energy and Sustainability - The installed capacity of new energy storage has surpassed 100 million kilowatts, with an expected addition of approximately 370 million kilowatts in wind and solar power, which will account for about 22% of total electricity consumption [4] - The government aims to enhance the proportion of renewable energy in the energy mix and promote green and low-carbon energy transitions in 2026 [4]
新纪录!2025年全国全社会用电量预计首超10万亿千瓦时
Xin Hua She·2025-12-16 08:32