Core Insights - The Jiangsu province is set to add a record 10.4 million kilowatts of thermal power capacity in 2025, marking the highest increase in nearly 20 years [1] - Renewable energy sources, primarily wind and solar, have become the dominant power source in the province, although thermal power remains a crucial support and regulatory source [1] - The province has implemented several coal power projects to enhance supply reliability, with a total planned thermal power capacity of 33.94 million kilowatts [1] Group 1 - The commissioning of the 4th unit of Guoxin Jingjiang Power Co., Ltd. and the 10th unit of Jiangyin Ligang Power Co., Ltd. will contribute to the new thermal power capacity [1] - In August 2022, during a peak demand period, coal-fired power plants operated at an average load factor exceeding 96%, providing 85% of the total output from the main power sources [1] - Since 2022, Jiangsu has announced two batches of coal power projects aimed at enhancing supply reliability, totaling 23.94 million kilowatts [1] Group 2 - The State Grid Jiangsu Electric Power predicts that during the winter peak, coal power output will reach 84.5 million kilowatts, an increase of 11.5% year-on-year [2] - This output is expected to support the anticipated maximum electricity load of 138 million kilowatts across the province [2]
江苏省去年新增火电装机规模创新高
Xin Hua Ri Bao·2026-01-06 01:54