China's Thermal Power Demand Hit Record

(04 October 2021) China's economy has quickly recovered from the coronavirus crisis and is expected to grow between 7% and 8% in 2021 due to recovery of global trade, expansionary monetary policy, and increase in government spending. However, the rapid growth of the economy not only creates income and jobs, but can also lead to a shortage of resources. Strong economic growth in China translated into high demand for electricity, 57% of which is generated by coal power plants. In January-August...