[Anhui's raw coal output in April hits 8.75 million mt]

Published: Jun 8, 2026 16:05

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In April, energy demand in Anhui province continued to rebound, with secure and effective energy supply ensured. Electricity demand rebounded positively. In April, total electricity consumption reached 28.61 billion kWh, up 5.2% YoY, with the growth rate accelerating by 1.5 percentage points MoM. Power supply capacity steadily improved. In April, installed power generation capacity in the province increased by 630,000 kW, bringing total installed capacity to 148 million kW, up 13.2% YoY. Thermal coal supply remained stable and orderly. In April, Anhui's raw coal output was 8.75 million mt, with coal stockpiles at major power plants sufficient for 25 days of use. Natural gas consumption pulled back. In April, Anhui's natural gas consumption was 920 million cubic meters, down 6% YoY. Installed renewable energy generation capacity grew steadily. In April, newly added renewable energy generation capacity in the province was 600,000 kW, bringing total installed renewable energy capacity to 77.52 million kW.

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