China's first regional power market has officially entered formal operation, according to 中国科技网. The report, published on Saturday, October 24, 2026, marks the shift of this market from earlier stages into full service.
中国科技网 describes the development as the country's first regional electricity market to reach formal operation. The outlet's headline announcement did not include further details on the market's location, the regions it covers, or the volume of power traded.
The report frames the launch as a notable step for China's electricity sector, given that it is the first market of its kind at the regional level. Beyond that characterization, 中国科技网's summary provided no additional figures or statements from officials.
Details on how the market will operate, which participants are involved, and how pricing will be handled were not included in the available material. Readers seeking specifics should refer to the full report from 中国科技网.
What to watch next: whether 中国科技网 or other outlets publish further reporting on the market's scope, its participating regions, and early trading activity.