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The generator set was vibrating at a steady rhythm, and the red light coming through the heat dissipation holes on the casing made half of his face appear to light up and then dim.

As Xiao Wang began to introduce the intelligent control system, He Yuzhu suddenly squatted down, gently wiped the end of the exhaust pipe with his finger, and looked thoughtfully at the clean mark on his fingertip.

This machine, which has been in service for six years, has an unusually low amount of carbon buildup.

Currently, there are three main ways of generating electricity using generator sets. The core difference between these three methods stems from the different raw materials used, and they exhibit significant differences in energy conversion rate, environmental impact, and operating costs.

Specifically, it can be divided into three main types: coal-fired power generation, gas-fired power generation, and oil-fired power generation.

The principle of coal-fired power generation is to directly burn coal to convert chemical energy into thermal energy, and then convert it into electrical energy through a steam turbine and generator.

This power generation method is technologically mature and cost-controllable, and has long occupied a dominant position in my country's power structure.

However, as a non-renewable resource, coal not only faces limited reserves, but also releases large amounts of sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides and particulate matter during combustion, which are important factors contributing to air pollution and the greenhouse effect.

Gas-fired power generation uses natural gas as its main fuel and relies on efficient gas turbines or gas-steam combined cycle systems to achieve efficient energy conversion.

Compared to coal, natural gas is cleaner to burn, reducing carbon dioxide emissions by about 40% and producing almost no sulfides or soot, giving it an environmental advantage.

However, due to fluctuations in natural gas prices and pipeline transportation costs, gas-fired power generation faces economic bottlenecks in some regions.

Oil-fired power generation mostly uses petroleum products such as diesel and heavy oil, and has the characteristics of rapid start-up and strong peak-shaving capacity. It is often used as an emergency backup power source or in remote areas without power grids.

However, the cost of fuel-fired power generation is greatly affected by international oil prices, and the emissions of nitrogen oxides and hydrocarbons produced by combustion cannot be ignored. Under the "dual carbon" target, its application scenarios are gradually being limited.

Each of these three power generation methods has its own advantages and disadvantages. With the development of new energy technologies, they are also constantly seeking technological innovation and green transformation.

Fortunately, the international energy market is experiencing a once-in-a-century upheaval.

Impacted by both geopolitical conflicts and breakthroughs in new energy technologies, crude oil futures prices plummeted by 98% in three months, hitting a record low—Brent crude spot prices fell below $0.87 per barrel, with even storage costs far exceeding the value of the crude oil itself.

Against this unique backdrop, the decision-makers in the Haojiang area quickly seized the business opportunity and decisively adjusted their energy strategy:

They secured ultra-long-term oil supply agreements with Middle Eastern oil-producing countries at extremely low prices, and simultaneously launched a renovation project for an old coal-fired power plant, replacing all five large generator units with fuel-powered systems.

This emergency energy solution not only reduced Haojiang's power generation costs by 60%, but also ensured uninterrupted 24-hour power supply to the entire district when surrounding cities faced power shortages and rationing crises, giving the district a crucial bargaining chip in subsequent business negotiations.

The current situation is a complete mess, leaving everyone looking worried.

To meet the growing demand for electricity, the factory urgently needs to make room to install a large fuel-fired generator set with a power output of up to 50 megawatts.

This new equipment is enormous; the base alone occupies nearly 100 square meters, not to mention the space required for the complex piping and electrical connections.

The problem is that the existing small generator sets are still running normally, supplying power to some of the production lines in the workshop.

If the power is shut down abruptly, the precision parts being processed will suffer quality problems due to the power outage, and expedited orders that have already been signed will not be delivered on time.

However, if the equipment is not removed in time, there will be no room for the new equipment to be installed.

This seemingly unsolvable situation has become a difficult problem facing everyone.

He Yuzhu picked up the bone china teacup, took a sip of Pu'er tea, and the rising steam blurred the light in his eyes behind his glasses.

He placed the cup heavily on the sandalwood coffee table, the metal saucer making a crisp sound as it struck the surface.

"Mr. Mai, let's be frank. I'm willing to take over your company's entire stockpile of XJ-12 generator sets at 90% of the market price."

He flicked the title page of the contract with his finger.

"But the prerequisite is that your company's share of Renshui Boat Industry stock must be reduced from 3.8 yuan per share to 3.2 yuan per share."

Mai Jianxun's fingers unconsciously rubbed against the leather armrest of his seat, while his cell phone in his suit pocket vibrated incessantly—a message had just been sent from an inside source at the stock exchange that Renshui Boat Industry's financial statements were about to explode.

He loosened his dark-patterned tie, his Adam's apple bobbing as he swallowed his anxiety: "Mr. He's haggling prowess is going to leave me starving."

Before they could finish speaking, the roar of a helicopter suddenly swept past the window. The two of them looked out the floor-to-ceiling window at the same time. The brand-new livery of Aocheng Shipping was so bright in the sunlight that it made them squint.

Mai Jianxun felt a cold sweat trickle down his back, recalling the shareholders' red-rimmed eyes at the board meeting that morning. Those generator sets piling up in the warehouse were costing millions every month just in storage fees.

He grabbed the whiskey bottle and took a big gulp, the amber liquid sliding down his chin.

"3.5 yuan is my bottom line. Any lower, and I'll really be impeached by the board."

According to industry research reports, the company's stock price has plummeted for 15 consecutive trading days since its financial report revealed disappointment last month, with a cumulative drop of up to 25%. It has now fallen below the 3 yuan mark and is hovering at a historical low of 2.85 yuan.

Technical analysis shows that a typical "death cross" pattern has formed on the daily chart, and the weekly MACD indicator is also showing a continuous divergence. All these signs indicate that there is almost no possibility of the stock price rebounding to 4 yuan in the short term.

In such a market environment, insisting on transferring one's shares at a high price of 3.8 yuan is undoubtedly wishful thinking.

According to our latest market research, the highest price offered by the industry is only 2.6 yuan, which is far from our expected price.

Moreover, the three small generator sets under the target company's name not only consume far more energy than the national standard, but also face rectification pressure from the environmental protection department. According to the latest industry policy, they will be forcibly phased out in two years at most.

However, if we look at it from another perspective, the situation would be very different if these stocks could be sold as a package with the generator set.

On the one hand, for companies seeking to divest assets, acquiring them at a low price allows them to quickly revitalize assets through restructuring.

On the other hand, we can also take this opportunity to shed the heavy burden of history and reinvest the funds into new energy projects.

This not only allows for timely loss mitigation but also provides valuable time and financial support for the company's future strategic transformation. In the long run, this is indeed a worthwhile and high-quality deal to pursue.

The air conditioner in the conference room hummed softly. He Yuzhu's fingertips unconsciously caressed the inside of the thermos cup, the gold-embossed words "Heaven rewards diligence" flickering under the desk lamp.