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Wanhua Laizhou Green Power Industrial Park Phase II Project Starts Construction
On October 23, 2026, the second phase of Wanhua Laizhou Green Power Industrial Park officially started construction, and the Laizhou base entered a new stage of first phase production sprint and second phase co construction simultaneously. As a major project in Shandong Province, the industrial park covers an area of 557 acres, with a planned 650000 tons/year battery grade lithium iron phosphate plant, relying on the integrated wind solar energy storage green power system to achieve coupling of the green power industry. At present, Wanhua Lithium Iron Phosphate has achieved mass production and import of its fourth generation products, and its fifth generation products have been recognized by top customers, continuously improving the layout of the entire battery material chain. Editor/Cheng Liting
Shanghai Petrochemical's 1.2 million ton ethylene plant starts construction
The 1.2 million tons/year ethylene plant of Shanghai Petrochemical officially started construction on October 25, 2026. As a major project in Shanghai, the total investment of the project is about 21.3 billion yuan, and it is expected to be completed by the end of October 2028. The new facility adopts Sinopec's independent intellectual property low-energy ethylene separation technology. After it is put into operation, the existing 700000 tons/year ethylene plant will be shut down, and the annual ethylene production capacity will jump to 1.2 million tons. It can provide nearly 3 million tons of high-end chemical raw materials for downstream and help promote Shanghai's new industrialization and north-south transformation. Editor/Cheng Liting
Hezi Expressway officially enters the construction phase
On October 26, 2026, the highway from Heyuan Zijin to Jiangdong New Area officially entered the comprehensive construction stage. The project starts from Huanghua Village in Zicheng Town, Zijin County, connecting to National Highway G236, and ends at Nianfeng Village in Linjiang Town, Jiangdong New District, connecting to National Highway G355. The total length of the main line is 48.22 kilometers, constructed according to the standard of a two-way four lane expressway, with a design speed of 100 kilometers per hour. As a key east-west channel for promoting the integration of deep and deep rivers in Heyuan, the project is planned to be completed and opened to traffic in 2029, which will fill the gap in the high-speed connection from Zijin to the city center. Editor/Cheng Liting
The West East Power Transmission Channel welcomes another node
On October 26, 2026, in Wuhu City, Anhui Province, the key project of China's West East Power Transmission - Gansu Zhejiang ± 800 kV High Voltage Direct Current Transmission Project - completed the installation of the Yangtze River Crossing. The Gansu Zhejiang Ultra High Voltage Project is a key project in the national power development plan. It starts in Wuwei City, Gansu Province and ends in Shaoxing City, Zhejiang Province, with a total length of 2370 kilometers. After being put into operation, it can transmit over 36 billion kilowatt hours of electricity to Zhejiang Province annually.Editor/Gong Ziwei
In the first three quarters, Guangxi's power generation exceeded 60 billion kilowatt hours
From January to September 2026, the new energy power generation in Guangxi exceeded 60 billion kilowatt hours, reaching 60.23 billion kilowatt hours, a year-on-year increase of 17.4%, equivalent to saving 18.09 million tons of standard coal and reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 49.68 million tons. New energy continues to maintain its position as the largest power source and the main body of incremental power generation in Guangxi, and the green content of the energy structure continues to increase.Editor/Gong Ziwei
China Myanmar crude oil pipeline delivers over 100 million tons of oil
The cumulative oil transportation through the China Myanmar crude oil pipeline has exceeded 100 million tons, laying a solid energy foundation for optimizing oil and gas resource allocation and promoting high-quality economic and social development in Yunnan and surrounding areas.Editor/Gong Ziwei
The three major indicators of China's shipbuilding industry have seen comprehensive growth
In the first nine months of 2026, China's shipbuilding industry saw comprehensive growth in its three major indicators, while maintaining a leading global market share. Data shows that in the first nine months, China's shipbuilding completion reached 58.05 million deadweight tons, a year-on-year increase of 50.7%, accounting for 63.6% of the world's total; The newly received order volume was 175.29 million deadweight tons, a year-on-year increase of 163.2%, accounting for 81.8% of the world total. As of the end of September, the volume of orders held was 399.13 million deadweight tons, a year-on-year increase of 64.8%, accounting for 72.4% of the world's total.Editor/Cheng Liting
Shenhai Hydrogen Energy No.1 has been successfully launched
The world's first semi submersible wind power hydrogen production platform, Shenhai Hydrogen Energy No.1, was successfully launched in Jiangmen, Guangdong recently. The platform explores the integrated application of offshore wind power for hydrogen production and methanol production, providing a new path for the development and utilization of clean energy in the ocean.Editor/Cheng Liting
Cuba extends daylight saving time to address power shortages
On October 24, 2026 local time, the Cuban government announced that it will maintain daylight saving time until November 7, 2027, to alleviate the country's energy and electricity shortages caused by the intensified US blockade. The Ministry of Energy and Mining and the Ministry of Labor and Social Security jointly issued a notice stating that extending daylight saving time aims to avoid an increase in power supply pressure during the evening peak demand period, saving approximately 126 megawatts of electricity. During this period, the working hours of schools and workplaces nationwide will be postponed by 30 minutes.Editor/Cheng Liting
Local Standard for Traceability of Green Electricity in Qinghai Province
After three months of verification, on October 22, 2026, Qinghai Province officially implemented the special local standard of "Green Power Traceability Method for Electricity Enterprises", marking a new breakthrough in Qinghai's quantitative control of green power consumption and the construction of a full process traceability system.Editor/Cheng Liting
Shanxi's unconventional natural gas production reaches a new high
In the first three quarters of 2026, the cumulative production of unconventional natural gas in Shanxi reached 14.99 billion cubic meters, a year-on-year increase of 10.1%, setting a new record for the same period in history. This provides strong support for ensuring clean heating this winter and next spring and stabilizing regional energy supply. Editor/Cheng Liting
The 15th completion of 175 meter water storage in the Three Gorges Reservoir
On the afternoon of October 22, 2026, the Three Gorges Reservoir reached its normal water level of 175 meters. This is the 15th time that the Three Gorges Reservoir has achieved its full storage target, marking the successful completion of the annual water storage task of the upper reaches of the Yangtze River reservoir group centered on the Three Gorges Reservoir. The effective water storage capacity of the controlled reservoirs in the Yangtze River Basin has exceeded 100 billion cubic meters. Editor/Cheng Liting
Chinese and foreign media visit Hunan
In 2026, journalists from multiple countries will visit Changsha, Shaoyang, and Xiangxi in Hunan Province to explore hybrid rice, smart factories, cultural and tourism landmarks, and Shibadong Village, experiencing China's development and poverty reduction practices.Editor/Gao Xue
In 2026, Saudi Arabia's HUMAIN launched the Riyadh Al Saad 100MW AI data center EPC bidding, with a contract of approximately 1 billion US dollars, and the bidding deadline is November 8, 2026.Editor/Gao Xue
Sinochem Engineering plans to finance Nigeria's fertilizer project
On October 16, 2026, China Chemical Engineering Group signed a memorandum of understanding with Nigeria for a $3.5 billion methanol fertilizer project, intending to undertake approximately 80% of the financing, which is $2.8 billion, and be responsible for EPC execution.Editor/Gao Xue
The trading volume of carbon emissions trading in China has exceeded 1 billion tons
On October 21, 2026, Vice Minister of Ecology and Environment Li Gao announced at a press conference held by the State Council Information Office that the national carbon emission trading market has been online for more than five years, and has built the world's largest carbon emission trading market. Currently, the controlled carbon dioxide emissions are about 8.3 billion tons, accounting for more than 65% of the total national carbon dioxide emissions. Recently, the cumulative trading volume of quotas has exceeded 1 billion tons. Editor/Cheng Liting
The total electricity consumption in September increased by 1.2% year-on-year
In September 2026, the total electricity consumption of the society reached 899.7 billion kilowatt hours, a year-on-year increase of 1.2%. From January to September, the total electricity consumption of the whole society reached 807.34 billion kilowatt hours, a year-on-year increase of 3.9%. Editor/Cheng Liting
The largest mining new energy power system in Africa has been put into operation
Recently, the Phase II of the Congo (Kinshasa) Kaipeng Mining New Energy Power System, provided by Nanrui Jibao for overall planning and core equipment, has been officially put into operation, making it the largest mining new energy power system currently in operation in African mining areas. The project has a network energy storage capacity of 300MW/900MWh, supported by 440MWp photovoltaics, forming a complementary system of photovoltaic energy storage and diesel multiple power sources, which can adapt to the operating conditions of weak grid mining areas in Africa and create a benchmark sample for photovoltaic energy storage applications in African mines. Editor/Cheng Liting
Huangjuetuo Bridge main bridge closure
On October 21, 2026, the steel truss of the main bridge of Chongqing Huangjuetuo Yangtze River Bridge, constructed by China Railway Construction Bridge Bureau, was successfully closed. This bridge is the world's largest under construction public rail dual-use suspension bridge, with a total length of 1260 meters and a main span of 765 meters. It adopts a double-layer bridge deck layout. The project relies on digital technology to ensure millimeter level lifting accuracy. After completion, it will divert cross river traffic and improve the Chongqing expressway network.Editor/Gong Ziwei
The Longdian project entering Sichuan has been approved and approved
Recently, it was learned from State Grid Gansu Electric Power Company that the Sichuan Ultra High Voltage Direct Current Project for the Badain Jaran Desert Base in Gansu Province has been approved by the National Development and Reform Commission, marking a breakthrough in the preliminary work of the project. The project starts in Jinta County, Jiuquan City, Gansu Province and ends in Lezhi County, Ziyang City, Sichuan Province, with a rated transmission capacity of 8 million kilowatts.Editor/Gong Ziwei
National carbon market transactions exceed 1 billion tons
On October 21, 2026, Vice Minister of Ecology and Environment Li Gao announced at a press conference held by the State Council Information Office that the national carbon emission trading market has been online for more than five years, and has built the world's largest carbon emission trading market. Currently, the controlled carbon dioxide emissions are about 8.3 billion tons, accounting for more than 65% of China's total carbon dioxide emissions. Recently, the cumulative trading volume of quotas has exceeded 1 billion tons.Editor/Gong Ziwei
Hami liquid ammonia first export
In 2026, a batch of liquid ammonia will be exported to Kazakhstan through Alashankou, marking the first export of liquid ammonia from the Hami Customs jurisdiction and adding a new category of high value-added coal chemical products.Editor/Gao Xue
Shanxi installs Oman photovoltaic design
In 2026, IDOM was selected by Shanxi Installation to be responsible for the detailed design of the 500MW photovoltaic project in Oman, promoting the layout of the Middle East market.Editor/Gao Xue
Hanggang Cloud Data Center South Area
Recently, Hanggang Zhejiang Cloud Computing Data Center South District completed the survey and design bidding, with a total investment of 2.0059 billion yuan, planning about 5000 cabinets and 100000 servers, and is currently in the preliminary design stage.Editor/Gao Xue
Cross regional green power generation in East China exceeds 30 billion kilowatt hours
As of October 12, 2026, the East China Branch of State Grid Corporation of China disclosed that the cumulative power consumption of cross regional green power trading in East China Grid exceeded 30 billion kilowatt hours. Relying on multiple cross regional DC channels, clean electricity from 17 provinces flows into East China, covering five provinces and cities including Shanghai, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Anhui, and Fujian, forming a configuration pattern of multi-source supply and multi-point implementation. Editor/Cheng Liting
The second phase of the "Qinghe No.1" project has started construction
On October 20, 2026, the second phase of the "Green Hydrogen No.1" China Energy Engineering Songyuan Hydrogen Industrial Park, with a total investment of 10.828 billion yuan, started construction in Songyuan, Jilin. The first phase will be put into operation in December 2025 and has achieved stable operation at full capacity. The world's first green ammonia ship to ship refueling will be completed in October 2026. After the completion of the second phase, the first and second phases will have an annual production capacity of 600000 tons of green ammonia.Editor/Cheng Liting
Qinghai Qiangqiaoding power transmission and transformation project starts construction
On October 15, 2026, the Qiaoting 110 kV transmission and transformation project, as well as the supporting 10 kV distribution project, officially began construction in Nangqian County, Yushu, Qinghai Province. The total investment of the project is 427.69 million yuan, with the construction of one new substation, two 50 megavolt ampere main transformers, more than 190 kilometers of 110 kV transmission lines, and multiple 10 kV transmission and output lines. After the completion of the project, it will fill the gaps in the southern power grid of Nangqian, significantly improve the reliability of regional power supply, and provide solid power support for local clean heating, rural revitalization, and industrial development. Editor/Cheng Liting
Box Girder Hoisting Finished for Alu Middle Bridge on S314, Jiuquan
The Jiuquan Highway Development Center has implemented the hoisting of prefabricated box girders for the S314 Aliu Middle Bridge, and two bridges have been transferred to the upper structure construction. The project strictly reviewed the lifting plan, implemented safety inspections and traffic guarantees, started construction simultaneously on multiple work surfaces, closely monitored safety and quality, and promoted the orderly construction of the project according to plan. Editor/Min Jing
Cao Li Meets Ulaanbaatar Mayor Pürevdagva
On October 19, 2026, Cao Li, Acting Charg é d'affaires of the Chinese Embassy in Mongolia, met with the Mayor of Ulaanbaatar, Prybdagva, at the embassy. The two sides focused on deepening bilateral exchanges, promoting infrastructure project cooperation, facilitating sister city exchanges, and protecting the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises. Editor/Min Jing
CRSG Breaks Through Hangzhou Metro Tunnel Under Nanjing-Hangzhou HSR
CRSG successfully completed the construction of the Hangzhou Metro Line 15 section shield tunnel, innovatively adopting non clearing pile grinding technology to solve the problem of underpass under the composite working condition of elevated and sheet pile on the Ninghang high-speed railway. The construction process had zero warning and zero settlement exceeding the standard, forming replicable experience and creating a demonstration model for similar domestic high-speed railway underpass projects. Editor/Min Jing