Asia Pacific > China sees biggest drop in thermal power generation in 7 years as lockdowns sting

China sees biggest drop in thermal power generation in 7 years as lockdowns sting

Published 11:25 on May 16, 2022  /  Last updated at 11:25 on May 16, 2022  / /  Asia Pacific, China

China last month saw its biggest plunge in thermal power generation – and likely in carbon emissions – since 2015, as Covid lockdowns hit demand while renewables recorded strong growth.
China last month saw its biggest plunge in thermal power generation – and likely in carbon emissions – since 2015, as Covid lockdowns hit demand while renewables recorded strong growth.


A Carbon Pulse subscription is required to read this content. Subscribe today to access our unrivalled news and intelligence, as well as our premium content including all job listings. Click here for details.

We offer a FREE TRIAL of our subscription service and it only takes a minute to register. If you already have a Carbon Pulse account, log in here.

This page is intended to be viewed online and may not be printed.
As per our terms and conditions, the republication or redistribution of Carbon Pulse content can result in the suspension or termination of your subscription.