Group 1 - The highest electricity load in Shandong's power grid reached 1.3021 million kilowatts, marking the eighth historical high this summer [1] - Since June, the power load in Shandong has exceeded 100 million kilowatts for 61 days, a first in the province's power history [1] - The State Grid Shandong Electric Power Research Institute is committed to ensuring power supply during peak summer, leveraging digital and intelligent technology innovations to enhance grid supply capabilities [1] Group 2 - The summer season poses significant challenges to the stability of the distribution network due to severe weather conditions, prompting the development of differentiated prevention and control strategies [3] - Specific lightning protection plans have been created based on regional lightning characteristics, significantly reducing faults caused by lightning strikes [3] - A standardized insulation spraying technique has been implemented on over 1,300 distribution lines to address faults caused by foreign objects during strong winds [3] Group 3 - The optimization of distribution network business systems has provided robust technical support for power supply during peak summer [4] - Advanced features such as "self-healing" and "one-click transfer" have been developed and implemented across 17 cities, enhancing fault detection and repair efficiency [4] - Real-time monitoring of over 200,000 distribution stations has enabled precise fault assessment and rapid repairs, improving power supply reliability [4] Group 4 - A new technology combining local rapid response and global coordination has been introduced to quickly isolate faults and minimize power outage impacts [6] - This technology has been deployed on over 200 distribution lines since June, successfully isolating faults in all seven incidents, preventing outages for 390 transformers [6] - The implementation of this technology has significantly improved fault handling efficiency and power supply reliability [6] Group 5 - The pressure on distribution cables has increased due to rising electricity loads, necessitating advanced detection methods for potential faults [7] - Innovative algorithms and diagnostic devices have been developed to accurately identify and assess cable defects, addressing traditional detection challenges [7] - Since the peak summer period began, this technology has been applied in over 1,200 locations, preventing 15 cable faults and enhancing supply reliability [7]

Core Viewpoint - This summer, China's electricity load has reached a new high, with the total electricity consumption exceeding 1 trillion kilowatt-hours for the first time in July, reaching 10,226 billion kilowatt-hours. Despite the immense pressure on the power grid, there were no power cuts or load shedding this summer. The improvement in power supply, significant increase in installed generation capacity, widespread use of virtual power plants, and stable coal market operations have all strengthened the foundation for electricity supply this summer. However, the energy and electricity security work in China remains a significant challenge, with a focus on transitioning from "using electricity" to "using electricity efficiently" being the next goal for relevant departments and the energy industry [1]. Group 1 - The total electricity consumption in July reached 10,226 billion kilowatt-hours, marking a historic high for a single month [1] - There were no instances of power cuts or load shedding during this summer despite high demand [1] - Factors contributing to the stable electricity supply include improvements in power supply, increased installed generation capacity, the use of virtual power plants, and a stable coal market [1] Group 2 - The energy and electricity security work in China is still a significant challenge [1] - The next goal for relevant departments and the energy industry is to shift focus from merely using electricity to using it more efficiently [1]

Core Insights - The electricity load in Hangzhou reached 24.11 million kilowatts on August 25, marking an increase of nearly 2 million kilowatts compared to the highest load last year, equivalent to the total electricity consumption of the entire Linping area [1] Group 1: Virtual Power Plant Operations - The virtual power plant is playing a crucial role in stabilizing electricity supply by intelligently connecting and managing idle power resources such as rooftop solar panels, factory backup generators, and electric vehicle batteries [2] - The Hangzhou Virtual Power Plant Management Center was officially established in July 2023, aggregating a wide range of controllable distributed resources, with a maximum capacity of 400,000 kilowatts for rapid supply adjustments [2] - A recent large-scale vehicle-grid interaction test involved 73 electric vehicle owners, resulting in a total discharge of 3,168 kilowatt-hours, sufficient to power over 1,000 households for one hour [2] Group 2: Market Response and Economic Benefits - In eight market response actions organized by Zhejiang Province this year, the virtual power plant has been actively involved, with a total response electricity of 730,800 kilowatt-hours, generating revenue exceeding 0.8 yuan per kilowatt-hour [3] - The operation of the virtual power plant has allowed companies to optimize their energy storage strategies, achieving both social and economic benefits [3] Group 3: Future Plans and Strategies - The Hangzhou Electricity Load Management Center plans to enhance its monitoring and load management strategies, ensuring reliable electricity supply for residents and public places during peak summer demand [4] - The center aims to provide operational services for virtual power plant operators and explore the flexible adjustment capabilities of distributed resources like solar and energy storage [4]

Group 1 - The 13th Longnan Qiqiao Daughter Festival was grandly launched on August 23 at Fuxi Square in Xihe County, with the State Grid Xihe County Power Supply Company achieving the goal of "zero power outages, zero faults, and zero complaints" during the event [1][2][6] - The festival, themed "Meeting Longnan, Love at Qiqiao," included a collective wedding ceremony for 100 newlyweds and featured various activities such as cultural exchanges, academic discussions, investment promotion, intangible cultural heritage displays, tourism promotion, and folk Qiqiao activities [2][3] - The company implemented a comprehensive power supply plan and emergency response measures to ensure the safety and stability of the power grid during the festival, including no scheduled power outages for 11 townships involved in key activities [5][7] Group 2 - The company conducted thorough inspections of substations and power lines, increased monitoring frequency in disaster-prone areas, and prepared for emergency situations by conducting drills and ensuring rapid response capabilities [5][7] - A total of 630 kVA transformer and a 400 kW emergency power supply vehicle were deployed to support the event, with dedicated teams monitoring the power supply and equipment throughout the festival [7] - The company demonstrated a strong sense of political responsibility and social commitment, successfully completing the power supply task for the festival and showcasing the company's dedication to serving the local government and community [6][7]

Core Insights - Shandong's power grid reached a record high load of 12.517 million kilowatts on August 20, marking the sixth historical peak this summer, with an increase of 10.65 million kilowatts compared to last year's highest load [1][2] - The sustained high temperatures and humidity have driven rapid growth in power load, with the grid load exceeding 10 million kilowatts for 41 consecutive days [1] - The Shandong Power Meteorological Innovation Center has implemented advanced weather modeling for load forecasting, achieving a prediction accuracy of 99.7% for load and 98% for renewable energy output [1] Power Supply and Generation - At the peak load moment, external power supply to Shandong reached 28.02 million kilowatts, while wind and solar energy combined output was 52.531 million kilowatts [2] - The total output from in-province direct adjustment units was 38.173 million kilowatts, and local power plants contributed 6.446 million kilowatts, showcasing significant collaborative support from diverse power sources [2] - Cumulative external power supply from July to August reached 37.9 billion kilowatt-hours, representing a year-on-year increase of 16%, with long-term external power supply exceeding 30 million kilowatts for the first time [2]

这个夏天过半，江苏全省用电负荷已经三创新高，达到15281万千瓦，该负荷相当于近15亿盏100瓦的灯 泡同时点亮。 上亿负荷量级之下，每向上攀升100千瓦，保供压力都成倍放大—— 从"刚性供应"到"柔性精管"，消费侧成为重要电力"资源池"。新华日报·交汇点记者从国网江苏省电力有 限公司获悉，江苏切实做细做实负荷资源管理，通过积极挖掘前置措施、灵活调度的新型平衡资源、精 准实施"节电响应"，为电力供需平衡提供了全新解决方案。 多措并举，负荷管理精准高效 4月30日，江苏出台关于优化工商业分时电价结构促进新能源消纳降低企业用电成本支持经济社会发展 的通知，充分挖掘工商业用户调峰能力，增加工商业用户用电与新能源发电的适配互动，降低工商业用 户用电成本，协同助推电力市场加快建设，支持全省经济社会高质量发展。 "我们坚持政府主导，各地全面启动迎峰度夏电力负荷管理前置措施，通过引导企业错峰生产、组织企 业集中检修、调动自备电厂顶峰发电等组合拳，全力保障经济社会平稳运行和居民生活用电需求。"国 网江苏电力营销部市场处处长阮文骏表示，这也是落实电力保供的重要举措。 为此，国网江苏电力各地市公司主动靠前服务、提前摸排企业年度检 ...

进入末伏，高温依旧"横行"。 在商洛，陕南地区最大的火力发电企业——陕西商洛发电有限公司加大设备维护力度，优化机组运 行方式，将灵活性改造和科创项目相结合，提升机组低负荷区间稳定运行能力，更好满足电网调峰需 求。7月以来，该公司两台机组深度调峰时长达1000小时，累计发电近8亿千瓦时。 保障人民群众稳定用电，火电机组"挑大梁"，绿电机组"强支撑"。据统计，截至今年6月底，陕西 新能源装机规模超过5600万千瓦，约占全省电力总装机的50%。国网陕西省电力有限公司数据显示，5 月28日，陕西电网新能源发电量创历史新高，占当日总用电量的43.8%。 8月9日，记者走进位于榆林市神木市的陕西水电200MWp协合光伏电站，看到搭载智能模组的无人 机在对光伏组件进行数据采集，以评估电站运行状态和健康度；运维人员手持红外测温仪，对逆变器等 设备进行细致排查。"人工+无人机+红外测温"的立体巡检模式，让这座光伏电站发电量大幅增长。 在榆林市榆阳区小壕兔风电站，智慧管理平台实时监测风机叶片、光伏组件的健康状态，设备缺陷 闭环处理率达100%，错峰检修减少弃风弃光量5.2%，发电量也实现了增长。 8月11日，清水川能源公司三期工 ...

为应对夏季用电高峰，国网福建电力制定电力保供及防汛工作27项措施，从保障电力供 应、优化资源配置、抓好安全生产、做好优质服务、强化应急处置等方面入手，全力保障电 网稳定运行、电力可靠供应。 国网福建电力持续加大投资力度，在夏季用电高峰前建成投运20项迎峰度夏电力保供重 点工程，为保障今夏电力供应提供坚实基础。同时，该公司精益运维电网设备，实行重要输 电通道、重载线路及单供线路等"一线一案"专项巡检，完成285座重要变电站、71个重要输 电通道差异化运维，开展设备带电检测及线路通道扫描普查；完成49座高层住宅（大中型小 区）双电源、15座老旧小区供配电设施改造，夯实电网保供基础。 从国网福建省电力有限公司获悉，受高温天气影响，福建电网用电负荷持续攀升。8月 11日，福建电网用电负荷年内第2次创历史新高，达到5593万千瓦，较去年最高负荷增长 2.93%。 在电源侧，国网福建电力积极服务发电机组应并尽并，完成可门二厂#5、#6机组、南山 核电#1机组并网运行，增加发电装机容量321万千瓦。协同福建省人民政府防汛抗旱指挥部 做好水电调度，增强电力稳发增供能力。 今年1-7月，福建清洁能源发电量占比56.8%。迎峰度 ...

Core Insights - The total investment in key energy projects in China exceeded 1.5 trillion yuan in the first half of the year, marking a year-on-year increase of 21.6% [3] - Investment in renewable energy generation continues to grow rapidly, with significant increases in onshore wind and solar energy investments [3] - Private enterprises are increasingly investing in the energy sector, with a year-on-year growth of 27.8% in investment [3] Investment Growth - Investment in renewable energy generation saw substantial growth, with onshore wind investment in Guangxi and Xinjiang doubling compared to the same period last year [3] - Centralized solar power investment increased by 24.5%, while distributed solar power investment grew by over 70% [3] - Investment in solar thermal power nearly doubled compared to last year [3] Power Supply Investment - Investment in coal and nuclear power sectors maintained rapid growth, with key coal power projects in East China, Central China, and Western Inner Mongolia being completed [3] - Investments in power grids and pumped storage also showed steady growth [3] New Energy Investment - Investment in hydrogen energy projects doubled in the first half of the year, with multiple green hydrogen projects in Jilin accelerating [3] - Investment in charging and swapping infrastructure grew by nearly 70% [3] - New energy storage and integrated source-grid-load-storage projects saw investment growth of over 30% [3] Private Sector Involvement - Private enterprises completed investments in the energy sector with a year-on-year increase of 27.8% [3] - Investments in distributed solar and onshore wind by private companies grew by over 40% [3] - Investment in charging and swapping infrastructure and centralized solar power by private enterprises increased by around 15% [3]

Core Insights - Zhejiang's highest electricity load reached 128 million kilowatts on August 8, setting a historical record for the second time in three days, with over 50 days of exceeding 100 million kilowatts this summer [1][2] - The province is experiencing a heatwave with temperatures exceeding 37°C, driving up electricity demand [1] - To ensure stable power supply, Zhejiang is enhancing internal potential and expanding external channels, focusing on both power generation and load management [1] Power Supply Management - State Grid Zhejiang Electric Power has improved the scheduling of in-province units, achieving the lowest non-stop rate of coal-fired units at 0.6% and obstruction rate at 0.3% during the peak summer period [1] - External electricity accounts for about one-third of the highest electricity load, with over 43.4 million kilowatts of purchased power secured through long-term agreements, an increase of 3.4 million kilowatts from last year [1] - The construction of the electricity spot market has been deepened, facilitating inter-provincial trading to continuously increase power supply [1] Infrastructure Support - The three UHV converter stations in Jinhua, Shaoxing, and Qiantang River have delivered over 19.027 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity in 54 days, averaging over 350 million kilowatt-hours daily, providing crucial support for Zhejiang's power grid during high temperatures [1] - Zhejiang has established over 1,300 "government + power supply" micro-grid units to enhance load management, implementing measures like virtual power plants and peak-shaving strategies to guide enterprises in adjusting electricity usage without hindering economic development [2]