Core Viewpoint - The State Council has issued an implementation opinion to accelerate the cultivation and large-scale application of new scenarios in the energy sector, emphasizing the importance of scenario innovation as a bridge between technology and industry, and its role in validating new technologies and upgrading systems [1][2]. Industry Development Perspective - Scenarios serve as the "first kilometer" for technology commercialization, providing real-world performance testing and data accumulation, thus creating a virtuous cycle of "technological breakthroughs—scenario validation—industrial application—system upgrades" [2]. - In emerging fields like AI and energy, open scenarios can attract collaboration among upstream and downstream enterprises, promoting systemic industrial innovation [2]. Innovation Ecosystem Perspective - State-owned energy enterprises opening application scenarios can attract private and small enterprises, fostering a collaborative innovation ecosystem that breaks industry monopolies [2]. - Open scenarios guide the aggregation of capital, technology, and talent towards high-value areas, enhancing overall innovation efficiency and development quality in the energy sector [2]. Global Competition Perspective - China's vast market and diverse energy application scenarios provide a practical foundation for leading technology standards and certification mechanisms, enhancing the competitiveness of domestically developed new energy equipment and smart grid technologies in the international market [2]. New Energy Industry Scale Promotion - Scenario innovation in new energy should focus on solving consumption challenges and achieving full industrial chain collaboration, creating a rich scenario system from centralized to distributed applications [3]. - The integration of clean energy in various sectors, such as transportation and logistics, is essential for developing a collaborative application scenario across the entire clean energy industry chain [3]. Traditional Energy Transformation - The traditional energy sector has significant potential for scenario innovation through intelligent transformation and cleaning processes, with mandates for smart upgrades in coal mining by 2025 [3]. - Digital transformation in the oil and gas industry can lead to substantial cost reductions and efficiency improvements, exemplified by the intelligent development scenarios in the Tarim oilfield [3]. Expansion of Energy Value Boundaries - Energy scenario innovation has transcended industry boundaries, integrating with digital economy and AI, enhancing load-side optimization capabilities [4]. - Cross-domain scenario innovations, such as smart grids and virtual power plants, expand energy application boundaries and reconstruct the entire energy production, transmission, and consumption ecosystem [4]. Challenges in Scenario Innovation - There is an imbalance in supply and demand for scenarios, with a tendency to prioritize quantity over quality, leading to a lack of high-value scenarios for core technology breakthroughs [5]. - High costs and unclear business models hinder the implementation of innovative scenarios, with significant barriers to entry for private and small enterprises [5][6]. Recommendations for Improvement - A multi-faceted scenario supply system should be established, focusing on key areas like smart grids and zero-carbon parks, with clear standards and implementation paths [6][7]. - Systemic reforms are needed to lower market entry barriers and promote equal participation opportunities for private enterprises [7]. - Encouraging the development of integrated solutions and innovative business models can enhance the sustainability of scenario operations [8]. Collaborative Mechanisms - Establishing a collaborative innovation network involving government, enterprises, and research institutions can facilitate precise matching of technology supply and demand [8][9]. - Promoting international cooperation in energy scenario innovation can enhance China's global competitiveness and facilitate the export of domestic technologies [9].