Drought and Power Shortages Worsen China's Supply Chain Snags

China's power crunch threatens supplies of everything from metals such as aluminum to automotive parts — as well as food commodities.

• A severe drought and sweltering heat have led to low water levels and a drop in hydroelectric power generation in China in recent weeks, causing power shortages and forcing the government to ration electricity in some provinces.

• China relies heavily on hydroelectric power to meet its electricity needs, with the source accounting for about 15% of its overall energy mix. In places like Sichuan, which has been the worst affected, the figure is as high as 80%.

Source: https://www.dw.com/en/drought-and-power-shortages-worsen-chinas-supply-chain-snags/a-62928037