NDRC: Coal stocks at China power plants sufficient for over 30 days use

China's energy supply is well-prepared to meet demand during the ongoing winter heating season, with coal and natural gas supplies effectively secured, stated Li Chao, spokesperson of the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), at a press conference on November 19.

"As of now, coal stockpiles at China's grid-connected power plants have surpassed 200 million tonnes, sufficient for over 30 days of use, and underground gas storage facilities have been fully injected ahead of schedule for the winter season," said Li. Efforts to bolster energy supply including lifting production have also