Core Viewpoint - The report highlights a mixed performance in the market, with the Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 Index declining by 0.51%, while the public utility index rose by 3.45% and the environmental index increased by 1.49% [2] Market Review - The public utility and environmental sectors ranked 4th and 10th respectively among 31 primary industry categories, indicating a strong performance relative to other sectors [2] - Within the electricity sector, coal-fired power increased by 7.83%, hydropower by 2.30%, and renewable energy generation by 3.72%. The water sector rose by 5.55%, gas by 7.05%, and testing services by 1.53% [2][3] Important Events - As of October 12, 2025, multiple provinces have released documents related to the "Document No. 136" and initiated or completed competitive pricing for new energy incremental projects [2] Specialized Research - Green methanol, produced from renewable resources, significantly reduces carbon emissions during its production process. It must meet two key criteria: the hydrogen source must be green hydrogen, and the carbon source must be from biomass or carbon capture technologies [2] Investment Strategy - Recommendations include: - For coal-fired power, companies like Huadian International and Shanghai Electric are suggested due to stable profitability [3] - In the renewable energy sector, leading companies such as Longyuan Power and Three Gorges Energy are recommended, along with regional offshore wind power firms [3] - Nuclear power companies like China National Nuclear Power and China General Nuclear Power are expected to maintain stable earnings [3] - High-dividend hydropower stocks like Yangtze Power are highlighted for their defensive attributes [3] - In the gas sector, Jiufeng Energy is recommended for its capabilities in marine gas trading [3] - For the environmental sector, companies like China Everbright Environment and Zhongshan Public Utilities are suggested due to improving cash flows [4]