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Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the industry, indicating a positive outlook compared to the broader market [7]. Core Insights - In April, the total electricity consumption in China increased by 4.7%, with hydropower shifting from growth to decline, while the decline in thermal power remained stable [3][20]. - The Inner Mongolia Energy Bureau has solicited opinions on a competitive allocation management method for renewable energy projects, which will allow all grid-connected electricity to enter the power market [4][64]. - Shanghai is accelerating its green fuel transition, focusing on biomass fuel research and the establishment of green methanol production bases [5][71]. Summary by Sections Electricity Consumption and Generation - In April, total electricity consumption reached 772.1 billion kWh, a year-on-year increase of 4.7%, with industrial consumption showing varied growth rates across sectors [3][20]. - The first industry saw a significant increase in electricity consumption by 13.8%, while the second industry grew by 3.0% and the third industry by 9.0% [19][20]. - Hydropower generation decreased by 6.5% year-on-year, while nuclear power and wind power saw increases of 12.4% and 12.7%, respectively [20][40]. Policy Developments - The Inner Mongolia competitive allocation management method aims to standardize the pricing and allocation of renewable energy projects, enhancing market efficiency and encouraging participation from various enterprises [4][64][65]. - Shanghai's initiatives include the development of biomass fuel and the integration of agricultural waste into green methanol production, supported by new technology research guidelines [5][71][74]. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends specific companies within the thermal power sector, such as Jiangsu Guoxin, and suggests cautious investment in others like Sheneng Co. and Zhejiang Energy [5]. - For the hydropower sector, it recommends companies like Yangtze Power and suggests cautious investment in Huaneng Hydropower and Qianyuan Power [5].