Core Insights - The transformation of a corn starch processing plant into an electric heavy truck charging station in Changzhi, Shanxi Province, highlights the adaptability of businesses in response to market saturation, generating significant revenue through charging services [1] - The electric heavy truck market in Shanxi is expanding, with over 10,000 vehicles and a focus on developing necessary infrastructure such as dedicated charging stations to support green transportation [1][2] - The electricity consumption for charging services in Changzhi has surged, with a 114.47% year-on-year increase in the first quarter of 2024, indicating a growing demand for electric heavy truck charging [2] Infrastructure Development - The Changzhi electric heavy truck charging station has a total capacity of 6,300 kW, with 26 charging piles and 56 charging guns, serving over 150 vehicles daily and consuming approximately 20,000 kWh of electricity [1] - The State Grid Changzhi Power Supply Company has secured 197 million yuan in special funding for grid upgrades and has planned enhancements for four substations to support electric heavy truck development [1] - In Jinzhong City, 13 industrial park charging station projects are progressing well, with plans to establish over 2,000 public charging piles throughout the year [2] Market Growth - As of the end of 2024, Jinzhong City is expected to have 1,445 electric heavy trucks, with 1,352 added in 2024 alone, supported by 1,133 charging piles [2] - The State Grid Shanxi Electric Power Company is actively pursuing the establishment of additional charging stations, with plans to build five more this year, which will include 31 dual-gun charging piles [2] - The continuous improvement of charging infrastructure is expected to expand the green operational landscape for electric heavy trucks in Shanxi [2]