能源开新局丨国家能源局大坝安全监察中心党委书记、主任时雷鸣：筑牢水电站大坝安全基石，全力推进能源强国建设

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the critical importance of dam safety in hydropower stations as a foundational element for building a strong energy nation, highlighting the need for enhanced safety measures and regulatory frameworks to ensure reliable energy supply and social stability [4][8]. Group 1: Current Status and Achievements - China's hydropower installed capacity has surpassed 400 million kilowatts, ranking first in the world, with five of the world's ten largest operating hydropower stations located in China [6]. - The number of registered dams has reached 710, accounting for over 52% of the total reservoir capacity in the country, with the installed capacity exceeding 75% of the national hydropower total [6]. - Major power generation groups have established specialized institutions for dam safety management, and the proportion of Class A dams has increased from 93% to 97% [6]. Group 2: Regulatory and Safety Enhancements - A series of regulations, including the "Supervision and Management Measures for Hidden Dangers in Hydropower Station Dams," have been implemented to enhance the safety management of dams throughout their lifecycle [6]. - The safety monitoring information reporting rates have reached 98% for completeness, 95% for timeliness, and 98% for automation [6]. - The establishment of a risk grading early warning mechanism for dam safety has significantly improved emergency preparedness, with emergency plan formulation rates reaching 99% [7]. Group 3: Challenges and Future Directions - The increasing frequency of natural disasters due to climate change poses higher demands for emergency response capabilities [10]. - The rapid growth in the number of dams, expected to double during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, presents new challenges for safety regulation and management [10]. - The aging of hydropower stations necessitates research into policies for dam retirement management as the number of dams over 50 years old continues to rise [11]. Group 4: Strategic Initiatives for Improvement - The industry aims to enhance dam safety management mechanisms and improve regulatory capabilities to support the construction of a strong energy nation [13]. - Emphasis is placed on the application of new technologies, such as artificial intelligence and satellite monitoring, to improve dam safety management and decision-making processes [14]. - The development of a high-quality expert team is essential to address the challenges posed by the retirement of experienced personnel and the need for knowledge transfer within the industry [14].