Core Insights - China has adequately stocked gas and coal for the upcoming winter peak electricity demand season, aided by expected increases in wind and solar generation [1][3] - The demand for electricity this winter is projected to grow at the fastest rate since the beginning of the year, driven by improved economic activity and seasonal heating needs [3] Energy Supply and Demand - Previous winters saw electricity supply shortages in parts of China due to insufficient natural gas stocks, prompting power suppliers to enhance their energy commodity stockpiling efforts [2] - Coal generation has begun to rise again after a period of subdued output, although there may be supply tightness in eastern and northern regions during peak hours [3] Generation Trends - In September, coal and natural gas generation declined to 517.5 billion kWh from 627.4 billion kWh in August, primarily due to abundant hydropower generation [4] - Despite fluctuations in hydrocarbon power output, emissions from the power generation sector in China reached a record low in the first half of the year, with non-hydrocarbon sources generating 23% more electricity compared to the previous year [5]