Zhong Guo Neng Yuan Wang·2026-02-10 01:48Core Viewpoint - The report from Dongwu Securities highlights significant regional power supply pressures in the U.S. due to the increasing establishment of data centers, particularly in Texas, California, and Virginia, with projections indicating a substantial power gap by 2030 [1][2]. Group 1: Supply and Demand Dynamics - Over 50% of data centers are projected to be built in Texas, California, and Virginia by 2024, leading to considerable regional power supply stress [1][2]. - The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) anticipates an average peak power gap of over 20 GW from 2027 to 2030, with Texas, the Mid-Atlantic, the Midwest, and California facing significant risks [1][2]. - The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) forecasts an average peak power gap of 20-40 GW by 2030 [1][2]. Group 2: Supply Challenges - The U.S. power supply is facing long-term challenges, including a decline in stable supply due to aging infrastructure and frequent outages, which cannot meet the 100% reliability demands of AI data centers [2]. - The upcoming retirement of coal power plants and the instability of wind and solar energy further exacerbate the supply issues, necessitating reliance on natural gas for current gaps [2]. Group 3: Technology Solutions - Gas turbines are identified as the optimal solution for self-built power generation in AIDC, with combined cycle gas turbines achieving over 60% efficiency and the lowest cost per kilowatt-hour [3]. - Gas internal combustion engines, while slightly less efficient, offer rapid deployment capabilities, with a significant increase in orders reported by leading companies [3]. - Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC) have high efficiency but are still in early commercialization stages, making them less viable in the short term [3]. - Diesel generators are noted for their quick start-up advantages, serving as optimal backup power solutions [3]. Group 4: Investment Recommendations - Investment opportunities are shifting from gas turbines to gas internal combustion engines and SOFCs, as the current power deficit in North America exceeds the total production capacity of various technologies [4]. - Recommended companies for gas turbines include Jerry Holdings, Yingliu Co., Dongfang Electric, Linde Co., and Haomai Technology [4]. - For gas internal combustion engines, Linde Co. is recommended, with additional attention to Weichai Power and Weichai Heavy Machinery [4]. - SOFC investments should focus on Weichai Power, while diesel generator investments recommend Linde Co. and other related companies [4].