A man rests near a canal in Beijing on Tuesday. Heatwaves in northern and central China have led to record power demand this week. Photo: Reuters
A man rests near a canal in Beijing on Tuesday. Heatwaves in northern and central China have led to record power demand this week. Photo: Reuters
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China’s electricity demand soars as heatwaves bake northern, central provinces

  • Millions switch on air conditioners as high temperatures approach 40 degrees Celsius
  • Meanwhile, heavy rainfall in southern region causes rivers to flood above warning levels

Reuters
Reuters

Updated: 5:57pm, 22 Jun, 2022

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A man rests near a canal in Beijing on Tuesday. Heatwaves in northern and central China have led to record power demand this week. Photo: Reuters
A man rests near a canal in Beijing on Tuesday. Heatwaves in northern and central China have led to record power demand this week. Photo: Reuters
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