CMS·2025-06-02 13:02Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommendation" rating for the environmental and public utility sector [2] Core Insights - The environmental sector index increased by 3.42%, outperforming other sectors, while the public utility sector index decreased by 0.18% [6][18] - The report highlights a significant drop in coal prices, with Qinhuangdao 5500 kcal thermal coal at 620 CNY/ton, a 61.2% decrease from its peak in October 2022 [6][28] - The report recommends companies such as Huadian International and Sheneng Co., while suggesting attention to Zhongmin Energy and Funeng Co. [6] - The report emphasizes the investment value in nuclear and hydropower, recommending Chuan Investment Energy, State Power Investment, Yangtze Power, and China National Nuclear Power [6] Summary by Sections Key Event Interpretations - The National Development and Reform Commission and the National Energy Administration issued a notice to promote green electricity direct connection projects, requiring that the self-consumed electricity from renewable sources should not be less than 60% of total available generation by 2030 [10][15] - The Central Committee of the Communist Party and the State Council released opinions on improving the market-oriented allocation of resource and environmental factors, aiming for a complete carbon emission rights and water rights trading system by 2027 [15][16] Market Performance Review - The environmental sector has shown a cumulative increase of 6.79% in 2025, while the power sector has seen a slight decrease of 0.05% [6][18] - The report details the performance of various sub-sectors, with solid waste management up by 4.83% and comprehensive environmental management up by 8.66% [22] Key Data Tracking - As of May 30, 2025, the price of Qinhuangdao 5500 kcal thermal coal remains at 620 CNY/ton, with significant reductions from previous highs [28] - The Three Gorges Reservoir's water level increased by 3.9% year-on-year, with a current level of 154.63 meters [30] - The price of LNG at the port is reported at 12.03 USD/MMBtu (4501 CNY/ton), a 70.20% decrease from its peak in December 2022 [46] Industry Key Events - The report notes significant developments in the power market, including the issuance of green certificates for renewable energy projects and the establishment of trading rules for green electricity [58] - It also highlights initiatives in the environmental market aimed at enhancing data integration and promoting green development [59]