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El Niño Forces Guangdong to Use Natural Gas as Clean Energy Output Drops

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The El Niño weather pattern has curtailed hydropower and wind output in Guangdong, prompting the province to rely on costlier natural gas to meet rising electricity demand. Spot electricity prices in the region climbed to about 810 yuan ($121) a megawatt-hour on October 18. Guangdong reported a 7.7% increase in electricity usage during the first nine months of 2026.

From moneycontrol.com

Why it matters

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The shortage of clean energy generation is testing Guangdong’s partially liberalized power trading regime and is forcing the industrial heartland to pivot toward more expensive fuel sources. Hydropower imports in Guangdong fell sharply in October, dropping 19% from September and 28% below August’s level.

From moneycontrol.com

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  • GuangdongProvince of China experiencing energy shortages and price hikes
  • El NiñoClimate pattern causing reduced hydropower and wind output

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  • GuangdongSpeculative

    Guangdong’s industries could face higher operational costs due to the forced reliance on natural gas.

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