人民财讯8月14日电，今天，国务院新闻办公室举行"高质量完成'十四五'规划"系列主题新闻发布会， 国家数据局介绍"十四五"时期数字中国建设发展成就。相关负责人表示，"十四五"以来，我国数字基础 设施实现长足发展，在规模、技术等方面处于世界领先地位，算力总规模位于全球第二。"东数西算"工 程深入实施，促进了算力这一新质生产力的科学布局，八大算力枢纽节点5个在西部地区，有利于发挥 西部地区清洁能源优势，有效促进区域协调发展。 ...

Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Industry Overview - The conference call focuses on the **electric power industry** and its transition towards **high-quality development** influenced by policy document **No. 136** [1][2] - The role of **thermal power** is shifting from being the main power source to a **backup and peak regulation** role, with coal prices significantly impacting profitability [1][2] Core Insights and Arguments - **Coal Price Impact**: The price of coal has dropped significantly, with the northern port 5,500 kcal thermal coal index reaching a low of **620 RMB/ton**. This decline has positively affected the profitability of thermal power plants [1][6] - **Performance of Power Companies**: Major thermal power companies like **Jingneng** and **Huadian** reported strong performance in Q1, with continued growth expected in Q2 despite a slight decrease in thermal power generation [1][4] - **Hydropower Performance**: Hydropower companies have also performed well due to favorable water conditions and stable electricity prices, with notable performance from the **Yalong River** in Q2 [1][4] - **Green Power Transition**: The green power sector is moving towards quality over quantity, with expectations for new installations to slow down. The focus is on improving yield rates and addressing subsidy and pricing pressures [3][5][12][13] Additional Important Content - **Capacity Pricing Mechanism**: The capacity pricing mechanism is expected to enhance revenue stability for thermal power companies, with projections indicating that the recovery of fixed costs will increase from **30%-50%** in 2024-2025 to **50%-70%** by 2026 [9][10] - **Investment Recommendations**: The call suggests focusing on large thermal power companies with high market procurement ratios and strong resilience, such as **Jingneng** and **Huadian**. Additionally, smaller projects with stable returns, like waste-to-energy projects, are also recommended [8][24][26] - **Long-term Outlook**: The long-term outlook for the thermal power sector is positive due to the multi-revenue system that enhances stability and reduces dependence on coal prices. Companies are expected to increase dividend rates as profitability stabilizes [11][24] Regional Contractual Insights - The signing of long-term contracts varies by region, influenced by supply-demand dynamics and coal price levels. For instance, Shanghai has a tight supply situation, while Jiangsu has seen an increase in new energy installations [7] Renewable Energy Challenges - The renewable energy sector faces challenges such as subsidy issues and consumption pressure, particularly in western regions where wind and solar energy utilization rates are low. The government is implementing measures to improve consumption scenarios [15][14] Conclusion - The electric power industry is undergoing significant changes driven by policy shifts and market dynamics. The focus on quality development, coupled with favorable coal prices, presents both opportunities and challenges for investors in the sector.