Core Viewpoint - The forum aimed to analyze energy reform innovations and explore key directions for future energy policy mechanisms, promoting the construction of a new energy system and power system [2][4]. Group 1: Forum Overview - The "2025 International Energy Transformation Forum" was held in Suzhou, Jiangsu, with participation from over 70 organizations and nearly 160 experts from various sectors [2]. - Discussions focused on policy mechanism innovations in the context of global energy transition, emphasizing the need for collaboration and international exchange [4]. Group 2: Key Discussions and Insights - Experts shared insights on energy transition topics, including the design and operational effectiveness of the Southern regional electricity market, experiences from European countries in marketization and system flexibility, and technological innovations in zero-carbon park construction [4]. - A roundtable discussion addressed the empowerment of new business models in the energy sector, with experts presenting typical cases and policy innovation suggestions [4]. Group 3: Collaborations and Agreements - The State Grid General Institute signed a memorandum with the Climate Group to focus on technical standards and certification for decarbonization in industrial parks, aiming to replicate successful experiences globally [5]. - Additionally, a memorandum was signed with the German International Cooperation Agency (GIZ) to enhance cooperation on green transformation of power systems, leveraging complementary advantages between China and Germany [5].

Core Insights - The Qinghai Yichu Geermu 350 MW tower solar thermal power project marks a significant advancement in solar thermal technology, featuring the world's largest single-unit scale, mirror field area, energy storage capacity, and annual designed power generation [1][2][19] - Solar thermal power is increasingly recognized as a crucial component of China's new energy system, aligning with national "dual carbon" goals and energy security strategies [3][19] Project Overview - The project will utilize innovative "three towers + three mirror fields + distributed energy storage" layout, addressing cost efficiency challenges in traditional solar thermal power plants [2][19] - It is expected to generate approximately 960 million kWh of clean electricity annually, sufficient to power 200,000 households [1] Technology and Advantages - Solar thermal power offers long-duration energy storage and flexible regulation, making it a stable and controllable renewable energy source compared to photovoltaic systems [3][5] - The energy storage system at the Geermu project can support continuous full-load power generation for 14 hours without sunlight, a scale difficult to achieve with most current electrochemical storage systems [5] Industry Development - The development of solar thermal power in China has been significantly driven by central enterprises, which have led technological advancements and commercial demonstrations since 2010 [6][9] - Major projects include the 150 MW Noor III in Morocco and the 50 MW Qinghai Gonghe project, showcasing the successful application of solar thermal technology [9][10] Future Outlook - The solar thermal power industry is expected to evolve towards higher efficiency, broader applications, and deeper industrial collaboration, with a target cost of 0.4 CNY per kWh by 2035 [14][17] - The technology is anticipated to expand beyond electricity generation to include industrial heating and hydrogen production, enhancing its role in decarbonization efforts [15][19]

Core Viewpoint - The Sixth International Forum on New Power Systems and the 21st International Technology Forum of China Southern Power Grid will open on October 30, focusing on the theme of "Building a New Power System and Accelerating the Low-Carbon Energy Transition" [10]. Group 1: Forum Overview - The forum aims to promote the construction of new power systems and new energy systems, enhancing digital and green collaboration [10]. - It will feature discussions on various technical fields related to new power systems, with participation from leaders of the National Energy Administration and the Hainan Provincial Government [10]. - The event will serve as a high-level academic exchange platform with international perspectives, inviting experts, scholars, and professionals dedicated to new power systems [10]. Group 2: Agenda Highlights - Keynote speeches will cover topics such as the role of all-steel flow batteries in future power system transformation and the stability mechanisms of new power systems [14]. - The agenda includes multiple keynote presentations and roundtable discussions, focusing on high-quality development of renewable energy and the construction of new power systems [14][15]. - The forum will also feature the release of significant achievements from the Hainan Provincial Government and China Southern Power Grid [14]. Group 3: Sub-Forums - Several sub-forums will take place on October 31, covering themes such as AI technology promoting renewable energy consumption and building efficient interactive ecosystems for energy sources [17][18][20]. - The sub-forums will be hosted at the Boao Asia Forum Hotel, focusing on various aspects of new power systems and their integration with digital technologies [22][23][25].

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the acceleration of building a new energy system in China, focusing on non-fossil energy as the main supply source, which is crucial for achieving carbon neutrality and ensuring energy security [2][3]. Group 1: New Energy System Development - The "15th Five-Year Plan" aims to enhance the proportion of renewable energy supply and promote the orderly replacement of fossil energy, contributing to the construction of an energy powerhouse [3]. - By the end of the "15th Five-Year Plan," most of the new electricity demand will be met by the increase in clean energy generation [3]. Group 2: Energy Consumption and Structure Changes - During the "14th Five-Year Plan," one-third of the total electricity consumption was green electricity, with non-fossil energy's share increasing by 1 percentage point annually, while coal's share decreased correspondingly [2]. - The transition in energy structure indicates that traditional thermal power will shift to a regulatory role, with a greater reliance on renewable energy for electricity supply [3]. Group 3: Challenges and Strategies - The construction of a new power system is essential for supporting the generation, transmission, and consumption of green electricity, with a focus on developing new energy storage and enhancing the coordination of power sources, grids, loads, and storage [4]. - The demand for electricity is expected to grow rapidly, necessitating a more diverse supply form and a more urgent and challenging construction of the new power system compared to the previous five-year plan [4].

Core Viewpoint - The 2025 National Power Grid Technology Exchange Conference highlighted advancements in China's power grid engineering, focusing on new technologies, equipment, and materials, while addressing the challenges and requirements for the upcoming "15th Five-Year Plan" [1][2]. Group 1: Conference Overview - The conference was co-hosted by the Electric Power Planning and Design Institute and the China Electric Power Planning Association, showcasing the "China Power Grid Engineering Technology Development Report 2025" [1]. - The report summarizes the progress and achievements in China's power grid engineering for 2024, analyzing the development trends and technological directions for the "15th Five-Year Plan" [1][2]. Group 2: Industry Challenges and Strategies - The Director of the Electric Power Department of the National Energy Administration emphasized the need for the power grid to adapt to higher requirements for acceptance capacity, safe operation, and supply service levels due to increased penetration of renewable energy and electrification [1]. - The Electric Power Planning and Design Institute aims to strengthen unified planning and construction of power grids, promote new production capabilities, and ensure resource support for grid development to meet the demands of a unified national electricity market [1][2]. Group 3: Technological Innovations and Discussions - The conference featured five sub-forums focusing on topics such as coordinated development of grid and energy sources, innovations in transmission technology, smart upgrades in substation technology, and digitalization of the power grid [3]. - Industry peers engaged in discussions on addressing resource constraints, promoting energy transition, and accelerating green, low-carbon development alongside digital and intelligent upgrades [3].

"十五五"时期，更多绿电有望跨越山海，点亮万家灯火。10月28日发布的《中共中央关于制定国民经济 和社会发展第十五个五年规划的建议》明确提出，"加快建设新型能源体系"。 国家发展改革委主任郑栅洁介绍，到"十五五"末，新增用电需求绝大部分由新增清洁能源发电量满足。 专家认为，构建新型电力系统能够支持绿电发得出、电网接得住、终端用得好，是加快建设新型能源体 系的重要环节。 "'十五五'时期，电力消费需求仍将保持较快增长，电力供给的形态更加多元，新型电力系统构建相 较'十四五'更加迫切，也更富挑战性，要大力发展新型储能，加快源网荷储的协同布局和统一电力市场 的体系完善，不断增强对绿色电力保供和运行安全的支撑能力。"王鹏说。 (责任编辑：张紫祎) "进入'十五五'时期，应对气候变化凸显非化石能源消费占比提升的重要性，地缘政治冲突风险进一步 加速能源供应链的重构进程，加快建设新型能源体系成为'必答题'。"华北电力大学国家能源发展战略 研究院执行院长王鹏说。 《建议》提出，持续提高新能源供给比重，推进化石能源安全可靠有序替代，着力构建新型电力系统， 建设能源强国。 中国华电集团有限公司副总工程师李立新表示，加快建设新型能 ...

Core Viewpoint - The "15th Five-Year Plan" emphasizes the acceleration of building a new energy system, focusing on non-fossil energy as the main supply, which is crucial for achieving carbon neutrality and ensuring national energy security [1][2]. Group 1: New Energy System Development - The new energy system aims to transition to a green and low-carbon energy structure, with non-fossil energy consumption increasing significantly [1]. - By the end of the "14th Five-Year Plan," one-third of the total electricity consumption was green electricity, with non-fossil energy's share in total energy consumption increasing by 1 percentage point annually [1]. - The construction of a new power system is essential for supporting the generation, transmission, and consumption of green electricity [2]. Group 2: Changes in Energy Supply and Demand - The role of thermal power is shifting from being the main power source to a regulatory power source, with a greater reliance on renewable energy [2]. - The majority of new electricity demand by the end of the "15th Five-Year Plan" will be met by new clean energy generation [2]. - The demand for electricity is expected to grow rapidly, necessitating a more diverse supply structure and the development of new energy storage solutions [2].

国家发展改革委主任郑栅洁介绍，到"十五五"末，新增用电需求绝大部分由新增清洁能源发电量满足。 "进入'十五五'时期，应对气候变化凸显非化石能源消费占比提升的重要性，地缘政治冲突风险进一步 加速能源供应链的重构进程，加快建设新型能源体系成为'必答题'。"华北电力大学国家能源发展战略 研究院执行院长王鹏说。 《建议》提出，持续提高新能源供给比重，推进化石能源安全可靠有序替代，着力构建新型电力系统， 建设能源强国。 中国华电集团有限公司副总工程师李立新表示，加快建设新型能源体系意味着能源结构将发生变 化。"在电源侧，过去作为主力电源的火电将转型为调节性电源，更多依靠新能源供电；在用户侧，能 源消费将更加绿色化低碳化。" 新华社北京10月28日电（记者王悦阳）"十五五"时期，更多绿电有望跨越山海，点亮万家灯火。10月28 日发布的《中共中央关于制定国民经济和社会发展第十五个五年规划的建议》明确提出，"加快建设新 型能源体系"。 新型能源体系以非化石能源为供应主体、化石能源为兜底保障、新型电力系统为关键支撑、绿色智慧节 约为用能导向。加快建设新型能源体系，既能够推动能源绿色低碳转型、支撑实现碳达峰碳中和，也是 保障国家 ...

Core Viewpoint - Beijing Hengtai Shida Technology Co., Ltd. (referred to as "Hengshi Technology") reported a revenue of 663 million yuan for the first three quarters of 2025, outlining its strategic focus on traditional business stability, AI integration for digital transformation, and seizing opportunities in the new power system for digital energy transition [1] Group 1: Business Strategy - The company aims to solidify its traditional business operations while fully embracing AI to promote digital transformation for government and enterprise sectors [1] - Hengshi Technology is addressing challenges in the communication design sector by streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency in response to investment tightening and market competition [1] - The company is integrating digital consulting capabilities with design related to computing power centers to create a comprehensive solution from computing infrastructure design to future operations [1] Group 2: Digital Energy Sector - In the digital energy field, the company is focusing on core business optimization and restructuring personnel to enhance competitiveness through AI in traditional energy information [1] - Hengshi Technology is leveraging historical opportunities such as the establishment of a unified national market and the development of new power system regulation capabilities, expanding from Shenzhen and Hebei to cities like Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shandong [1] - The company has already achieved certain transformation results in its digital energy initiatives [1]

Core Viewpoint - The simultaneous river diversion of the Mengdigou and Yagen Hydropower Stations marks a significant milestone in the construction of large-scale hydropower projects in the Yalong River basin, facilitating the transition to the main construction phase of the projects [1][2]. Group 1: Project Details - The total installed capacity of the two hydropower stations is 2.7 million kilowatts, and this is the first time that large-scale hydropower projects in the Yalong River basin have achieved simultaneous river diversion [1]. - During the river diversion process, approximately 90,000 cubic meters of fill material were used, completed in less than 30 hours, which is crucial for subsequent excavation and concrete pouring [2]. Group 2: Environmental Impact - Once operational, the two hydropower stations are expected to save about 3.5 million tons of standard coal annually and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 9 million tons [4]. - The Mengdigou Hydropower Station will enhance grid capacity and support the development of wind and solar energy projects, potentially increasing its scale by 1.6 times [4]. Group 3: Strategic Importance - The timely river diversion and accelerated construction of the two hydropower stations will unlock the potential of the Yalong River as the first integrated water-wind-solar energy base in the country, enhancing the role of hydropower in peak load management within the power grid [7].