China is accelerating the integration of artificial intelligence into its energy sector, with dozens of industry-specific large language models now supporting operations across power grids, oil and gas, coal, and renewable energy.

Among the leading examples is Kunlun, developed by the China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC). As the first officially registered large model in China’s energy and chemical industry, it has been deployed across the entire industrial chain, supporting 152 application scenarios ranging from oil and gas exploration and refining to technical services and finance. The model now handles an average daily token call volume of 48.5 billion.

Other major energy enterprises are also expanding AI adoption. China Energy Investment Group has introduced Qingyuan for power generation, while China Southern Power Grid has developed Big Watt to enhance grid operations, equipment maintenance, power dispatch and safety management.

To further advance AI-driven transformation, the National Energy Administration recently unveiled 51 high-value AI application scenarios, promoting scalable and replicable models for the intelligent development of China’s energy industry.