20余省份机制电价揭晓：上海比山东高84%，浙江比辽宁高31%⋯⋯

Core Viewpoint - The implementation of the new mechanism electricity pricing system has led to significant regional disparities in electricity prices for renewable energy projects, particularly in solar and wind energy, affecting investment decisions and project profitability across various provinces in China [1][2][4]. Group 1: Mechanism Pricing Changes - The "136 Document" issued by the National Development and Reform Commission and the National Energy Administration mandates that all new renewable energy projects must participate in market trading, replacing the previous guaranteed purchase system [1][4]. - The mechanism electricity prices for new projects vary significantly across regions, with the highest prices exceeding 0.40 yuan/kWh in places like Shanghai and the lowest dropping to 0.15 yuan/kWh in Xinjiang [2][7]. - The pricing for existing projects ranges from 0.26 yuan/kWh to 0.45 yuan/kWh, with higher prices generally found in economically developed provinces [4][5]. Group 2: Regional Price Disparities - The price differences for solar and wind energy are pronounced, with solar prices in Shanghai at 0.4155 yuan/kWh, significantly higher than 0.225 yuan/kWh in Shandong, representing an 84% difference [2][6]. - Factors contributing to these disparities include local resource endowments, consumption capacity, and specific policy preferences of different provinces [9][10]. - The competition among renewable energy companies in regions with abundant resources, such as Gansu, has led to lower mechanism prices due to oversupply in the market [10][12]. Group 3: Impact on Investment Strategies - The extended payback periods for solar projects, now averaging 12 to 13 years instead of the previous 8 to 9 years, have prompted many companies to pause new investments and shift focus to EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) services [1][21]. - Companies are adopting a "minimize losses" approach, often bidding low to secure participation in the mechanism pricing system, which further drives down prices [24][30]. - The upcoming changes in 2027, where non-natural person distributed solar projects will exit the mechanism pricing system, are expected to further impact investment strategies in the sector [25][26]. Group 4: Changes in Electricity Costs - The implementation of the mechanism pricing system is expected to increase system operation costs for companies, but the overall electricity prices may decrease due to intensified market competition and technological advancements [32][33]. - The transition to a fully market-based pricing system may exacerbate the occurrence of negative electricity prices, particularly during periods of oversupply, although the new pricing mechanism provides some revenue stability for renewable energy producers [34][35].