Power consumption data can reflect situations of enterprises' production and economic operation, and thus become a key barometer of economic activity, experts said.

China produced some 4.45 billion tons of coal last year, up 8 percent year-on- year.

Increase of clean energy seen as key to achieving nation's carbon goals.

The NEA also vowed to actively develop nuclear power in a safe and orderly manner. The goal is to increase the installed capacity of nuclear power by 2.89 million kW.

Brazil increased its power generation capacity by 8.2GW in 2022, with fossil-fueled thermal plants accounting for 16pc of total growth.

Experts highlight role of govt plan in bringing upgrades in traditional, clean energy sectors.

Despite the winter cold, workers are busy building a large wind power project in the Shanxi city of Gujiao.

The construction of a mega solar and wind power base in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region will further facilitate the country's low-carbon energy transition and ensure domestic energy security, industry experts said.