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Chinese $46B investment targets power grid growth
China's State Grid Corporation of China, the world's largest utility company, increased its investments in fixed assets to over 310 billion yuan (46 billion US dollars) during the first half of 2026, marking a 12.6% rise compared to the same period last year. These investments aim to expand electricity transmission networks, upgrade urban and rural distribution grids, and accelerate the integration of renewable energy sources, particularly solar and wind power, which have a combined installed capacity of 1.55 billion kilowatts. The country also experienced a record-breaking demand for electricity, doubling since the start of the summer season, with peak consumption reaching 1.27 billion kilowatts. In 2025, electricity consumption exceeded 10.37 trillion kilowatt-hours, the highest in the world. Through these investments, China seeks to strengthen its energy transmission capabilities and advance the transition to cleaner energy sources.
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