Core Insights - The "2025 Public Utility Reform and Government Regulation Forum" was held in Beijing, focusing on the direction of public utility reform and government regulation in China [1][3] - The forum emphasized the importance of equal access to basic public services and the need for a public resource allocation mechanism that matches the resident population [3] - Experts discussed various topics related to public utility regulation, including the challenges in the current regulatory system and the need for innovative approaches in energy systems [4] Group 1 - The forum was co-hosted by several organizations, including Zhejiang University of Finance and Economics and the China Urban Science Research Association [1] - The opening ceremony was led by Professor Wang Junhao, highlighting the significance of the event [1] - The forum attracted over 150 experts, scholars, and industry representatives from the public utility and government regulation sectors [4] Group 2 - Researcher Shi Dan emphasized the need for a coordinated and efficient regulatory framework, addressing issues such as fragmentation and insufficient capacity in the current system [3] - Professor Jiang Bixin discussed optimizing government regulation and enhancing regulatory effectiveness from a legal perspective [3] - Researcher Qiu Baoxing proposed a shift in energy systems from centralized control to a more interactive model, leveraging distributed energy resources [4] Group 3 - Various expert presentations covered topics such as the blind spots in water utility regulation, sustainable urban renewal through regulatory innovation, and the characteristics of real estate brokerage platforms in China [4] - The discussions aimed to explore how standard regulations can enhance the resilience of urban public utilities and the role of artificial intelligence in regulatory innovation [4]