<h1>Electricity demand to rise 4% in 2025 with peak load shift and new regulations on AC temperature settings</h1> Electricity demand in a major Asian country is projected to increase by 4 percent in 2025, following a 6 percent rise in 2024, influenced by cooler temperatures and global economic uncertainties. Peak load is expected to shift to September, with government proposals to regulate air conditioner temperature settings to reduce peak demand. Renewable energy sources, including solar, wind, and hydropower, show significant growth, contributing to a decrease in coal-fired and gas-fired generation in the first half of 2025. Nuclear power capacity is also expanding, with new units expected to come online. Despite a slight rebound in coal-fired generation in the latter half of 2025, overall emissions intensity is forecasted to decline annually. Market conditions reflect increased capacity and lower coal prices, leading to improved supply and reduced costs in the electricity sector.