China: Total Electricity Consumption of the Whole Society: Month to Date

Macro

2026-09-20

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National Energy AdministRation of China (Choice)
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AI Data Insight

China's total electricity consumption in August 2026 reached 1,033.2 billion kWh. Although it slightly decreased compared to the previous value, it increased by 1.7% year-on-year, breaking the one-trillion mark for two consecutive months. Despite a decrease in residential electricity consumption for air conditioning caused by typhoons, electricity usage in high-tech and equipment manufacturing, charging and battery swapping services, and internet data services maintained strong growth, serving as the core momentum to stabilize the fundamentals.

AI Data Insight

China's total electricity consumption in August 2026 reached 1,033.2 billion kWh. Although it slightly decreased compared to the previous value, it increased by 1.7% year-on-year, breaking the one-trillion mark for two consecutive months. Despite a decrease in residential electricity consumption for air conditioning caused by typhoons, electricity usage in high-tech and equipment manufacturing, charging and battery swapping services, and internet data services maintained strong growth, serving as the core momentum to stabilize the fundamentals.

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Published by
National Energy AdministRation of China (Choice)
Frequency
Monthly
Next Update