China's Power Crisis Intensifies Amid El Niño

China's industrial hub of Guangdong is facing a power crunch as El Niño has reduced hydropower and wind generation. To meet surging electricity demand, the province is once again relying on costly natural gas. This shift highlights the growing strain on China's energy infrastructure amid unpredictable weather patterns. Utilities in the region are scrambling to replenish fuel reserves, with limited alternatives to offset the decline in renewable energy output. The situation underscores the vulnerability of China's power grid to climatic disruptions, raising concerns about long-term energy security.