Scorching heat drives India's gas-fired power use to multi-year highs in May
7 months ago

Scorching heat drives India's gas-fired power use to multi-year highs in May

Hindustan Times  

By Sudarshan Varadhan and Sarita Chaganti Singh Scorching heat drives India's gas-fired power use to multi-year highs in May NEW DELHI, - Sweltering heat and policy measures are fuelling a surge in the use of gas-fired power in India, with imports of liquefied natural gas forecast to rise sharply over the next two years, industry officials and experts say. An emergency clause invoked to force operation of idle gas-fired power plants to avoid power cuts during the 43-day federal elections that ended last week also drove gas usage, industry officials said, as power outages have historically been a key electoral issue. "India's LNG imports will continue to be driven higher by the power sector in at least the next two years," said Victor Vanya, director at Indian power analytics firm EMA Solutions. Gas's flexibility and a 2022 federal regulation that provided a policy framework for operating more expensive gas-fired power plants have helped boost the fuel's use, industry officials and experts said.

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India met all-time maximum power demand of 250 GW in 2024
1 week, 1 day ago

India met all-time maximum power demand of 250 GW in 2024

Live Mint  

New Delhi, January 1 : The year 2024 marked a landmark period for India's power sector, with historic advancements in energy generation, transmission, and distribution. From meeting record power demand of 250 GW to reducing energy shortages at the national level to a mere 0.1 per cent in 2024-25, the sector demonstrated resilience and commitment to sustainable growth. In the …

India’s thermal coal imports rise this fiscal on procurement by ICB plants
1 week, 2 days ago

India’s thermal coal imports rise this fiscal on procurement by ICB plants

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Imports of thermal coal, used for power generation, have increased by about 9% in the April-November of the ongoing financial year to 45 million tonnes, on higher procurement made by those power plants that operate solely on imported coal. Data from the Central Electricity Authority showed that imported coal-based power plants imported 33.4 million tonnes so far in …

India achieves record coal production of 997.83 MT in FY24, targets 1.5 BT by 2030
1 week, 5 days ago

India achieves record coal production of 997.83 MT in FY24, targets 1.5 BT by 2030

Live Mint  

New Delhi, December 28 : India achieved its highest-ever coal production of 997.826 million tonnes in the financial year 2023-24, reflecting a remarkable 11.71 per cent growth compared to 893.191 MT in 2022-23. During the calendar year 2024, coal production reached a provisional 988.32 MT, marking a year-on-year increase of 7.66 per cent. Coal supplies also saw significant growth, with …

India’s oil demand growth to top China’s in 2024, trend to continue next year: S&P
2 weeks ago

India’s oil demand growth to top China’s in 2024, trend to continue next year: S&P

Live Mint  

India is poised to close 2024 with a higher oil demand growth rate than China, underscoring its emergence as a key consumption hub in Asia, according to a report by S&P Global Commodity Insights. "India is set to end the year with its oil demand growth rate surpassing China's, making it one of the fastest-growing consumption centres," the report noted, …

India stocking up coal for high power demand, aims 50 mn tn inventory at plants by April
3 weeks, 6 days ago

India stocking up coal for high power demand, aims 50 mn tn inventory at plants by April

Live Mint  

New Delhi: Amid growing power demand, the Union coal ministry plans to stock up on coal with a higher opening stock of about 50 million tonnes at thermal power plants by April 2026, said two people in the know of the developments. Currently, the stock of coal domestic coal based thermal power plants stands at 37.61 million tonnes. The ministry's …

India's Renewable Energy Capacity Hits New Milestone: Centre
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India's Renewable Energy Capacity Hits New Milestone: Centre

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India has reached a significant milestone in its renewable energy journey, with the country's total renewable energy capacity crossing the 200 GW. India's total renewable energy installed capacity surged by an impressive 24.2 GW in just one year, reaching 203.18 GW in October 2024, up from 178.98 GW in October 2023. India's total electricity generation capacity has reached …

India’s coal imports rise to 90.5 MT amid surge in power demand
3 months, 2 weeks ago

India’s coal imports rise to 90.5 MT amid surge in power demand

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India's coal imports during the April-July period of the current fiscal increased 0.9% to reach 90.51 million tonnes compared with 89.68mt in same period last fiscal, the coal ministry said on Wednesday. "This decline underscores India’s steadfast commitment to achieving self-sufficiency in coal production and reducing reliance on imports," it said, adding that coal imports by the non-regulated …

India's coal imports rise to 90.5 MT amid surge in power demand
3 months, 2 weeks ago

India's coal imports rise to 90.5 MT amid surge in power demand

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India's coal imports during the April-July period of the current fiscal increased 0.9% to reach 90.51 million tonnes compared with 89.68mt in same period last fiscal, the coal ministry said on Wednesday. "This decline underscores India’s steadfast commitment to achieving self-sufficiency in coal production and reducing reliance on imports," it said, adding that coal imports by the non-regulated …

India's solar output grows at slowest pace in six years in first half of 2024
6 months ago

India's solar output grows at slowest pace in six years in first half of 2024

Hindustan Times  

By Sudarshan Varadhan and Cassandra Yap India's solar output grows at slowest pace in six years in first half of 2024 SINGORE, - India's solar power generation grew at the slowest pace in six years in the first half of 2024, an analysis of data from the federal grid regulator showed, as the country further stepped up reliance on coal …

India asks utilities to order $33 billion in equipment this year to boost coal power output, sources say
6 months ago

India asks utilities to order $33 billion in equipment this year to boost coal power output, sources say

Hindustan Times  

By Sarita Chaganti Singh India asks utilities to order $33 billion in equipment this year to boost coal power output, sources say NEW DELHI - India has asked power companies to order equipment worth $33 billion this year to fast track capacity additions of coal-fired power in the years ahead, as the South Asian nation struggles to meet booming electricity …

India's coal dependence for power to be highest in nine years as heatwaves intensify
6 months, 3 weeks ago

India's coal dependence for power to be highest in nine years as heatwaves intensify

Hindustan Times  

India will use more coal for generating electricity this year than it has in almost a decade, to cope with surging electricity demand, Bloomberg reported. Representational The country expects to add 15.4 gigawatts in the financial year 2024-25, the most in nine years, people familiar with the matter told Bloomberg. Coal still generates about three-quarters of India’s electricity, and the …

Scorching heat drives India's gas-fired power use to multi-year highs in May
7 months ago

Scorching heat drives India's gas-fired power use to multi-year highs in May

Hindustan Times  

By Sudarshan Varadhan and Sarita Chaganti Singh Scorching heat drives India's gas-fired power use to multi-year highs in May NEW DELHI - Sweltering heat and policy measures are fuelling a surge in the use of gas-fired power in India, with imports of liquefied natural gas forecast to rise sharply over the next two years, industry officials and experts say. An …

India's gas demand to rise 6% in 2024: International Energy Association
11 months, 1 week ago

India's gas demand to rise 6% in 2024: International Energy Association

India TV News  

India's natural gas demand is expected to rise by 6 percent in 2024 with a rise in consumption in fertiliser units, power generation and industrial sectors, according to the International Energy Agency. Following the 7 percent year-on-year decline observed in 2022, India's primary gas supply rose by 5 per cent in 2023, with growth primarily driven by the petrochemical, power …

Coal power generation up 10.13% during April to December 2023
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Coal power generation up 10.13% during April to December 2023

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The country’s coal-fired power generation showed significant growth of nearly 10.13% from April to December 2023 compared to the corresponding period of the previous year. As per the coal ministry, the domestic coal-based power generation from April to December 2023 rose by 7.14% to 872 billion units, up from 813.9 BU generated in the corresponding period last year. …

Core signals: Coal output growth at six-month low in December
1 year ago

Core signals: Coal output growth at six-month low in December

The Hindu  

India’s coal output growth slid to a six-month low of 10.75% in December 2023, with production levels nearing 93 million tonnes, as per data released by the Coal ministry on Tuesday. Core sectors’ growth is also expected to slow between December 2023 and February 2024, owing to base effects from the previous year and the coal sector numbers for December …

India's LNG imports set for 7 to 8 per cent growth in 2024
1 year ago

India's LNG imports set for 7 to 8 per cent growth in 2024

Firstpost  

India is expected to see a significant rise in liquefied natural gas imports in 2024, with estimates indicating a substantial 7-8 per cent year-on-year increase. Agarwal said, “India’s LNG imports will continue to increase, with an expected 8 per cent year-on-year growth in 2024. That should change in 2024 because of the LNG price weakness”.Regasified LNG consumption by the power …

Coal isn’t easy to exclude from sustainable development | Explained
1 year, 1 month ago

Coal isn’t easy to exclude from sustainable development | Explained

The Hindu  

The world is highly dependent on fossil fuels, which produce 80% of the total energy supplied. According to Central Electricity Authority projections for FY 2031-2032, India’s national grid can absorb 924 TWh of electricity from various renewable energy sources by progressively adding 47 GW of battery storage capacity and 27 GW of pumped storage projects by FY 32. To balance …

India’s Energy Endgame in an Era of Peak Fossil Fuels
1 year, 2 months ago

India’s Energy Endgame in an Era of Peak Fossil Fuels

The Quint  

Here, we would need to be time-wise granular, differentiating between short to medium and long terms, In the first phase, the global consumption of fossil energy sources may keep growing, albeit, at a slowing velocity and geopolitical risks may disrupt. In a decade, hopefully, these trends will settle down and fossil energy consumption may peak and start declining concomitantly bringing …

Coal India's Fossil Fuel Supply To Thermal Power Plants Increases 6% In October
1 year, 2 months ago

Coal India's Fossil Fuel Supply To Thermal Power Plants Increases 6% In October

ABP News  

State-owned Coal India on Monday said its supply of fossil fuel to the country's coal-fired electricity generating units increased by six per cent to 23.5 million tonnes in the first half of October, ahead of the festive season. "Coal India's supplies to thermal power plants of the country shot up close to six per cent to 23.5 million tonnes during …

India’s Aug oil demand up by 2.5%, 2023 growth revised lower to 239,000/bbl
1 year, 3 months ago

India’s Aug oil demand up by 2.5%, 2023 growth revised lower to 239,000/bbl

Live Mint  

India's oil products demand increased by 118,000 barrels per day on a month on month basis in August as below-average rainfall and uneven distribution led to strong factory activity and increased mobility, according to a report by S&P Global Commodity Insights. On a year-on-year basis, the oil demand was up by 270,000 barrels per day, or 6 per cent, over …

India boosts coal use to stop power outages as hydroelectricity output falls
1 year, 4 months ago

India boosts coal use to stop power outages as hydroelectricity output falls

Live Mint  

With an aim to stop outages caused by lower hydroelectricity output, India has stepped up the use of coal to generate electricity as an increase in renewables is struggling to keep pace with record power demand, according to Reuters reports. Hence, the driest August has resulted in power generation surging to a record 162.7 billion kilowatt hours, a Reuters analysis …

'Sufficient coal stock available to meet demand of power plants during monsoon'
1 year, 4 months ago

'Sufficient coal stock available to meet demand of power plants during monsoon'

India TV News  

Power Minister RK Singh will hold a meeting on August 22 to review the availability of coal for thermal power plants, especially in view of the ongoing monsoon season, even as coal ministry has said that 77 million tonnes of dry fuel is currently available, which is more than sufficient to meet the requirement of power sector, highly placed sources …

India coal production rises 8.55% to record 223.36 million tonne in Q1FY24
1 year, 5 months ago

India coal production rises 8.55% to record 223.36 million tonne in Q1FY24

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India’s coal production grew 8.55% year-on-year to 223.36 million tonne during the June ended quarter of fiscal 2023-24, the ministry of coal said in a statement on Friday. “India’s coal sector achieved a remarkable milestone in the first quarter of FY 2023-24, by recording highest ever coal production at 223.36 million tonne, representing a substantial growth of 8.55% …

Coal India June quarter production jumps 10% YoY to 175.5 MT
1 year, 6 months ago

Coal India June quarter production jumps 10% YoY to 175.5 MT

Live Mint  

Coal India Ltd, the world’s largest coal producer, mined a total of 175.5 million tonne of coal during the first quarter of fiscal 2023-24, registering a growth of nearly 10% as compared to the same period last year. Meanwhile, the subsidiaries of Coal India such as Bharat Coking Coal Ltd, South-Eastern Coalfields, Eastern Coalfields, Western Coalfields and Central Coalfields registered …

Power Ministry asks imported coal-based plants to run at full capacity till September 30
1 year, 6 months ago

Power Ministry asks imported coal-based plants to run at full capacity till September 30

The Hindu  

The Ministry of Power on June 12 extended the time period of its direction to all thermal plants using imported coal to operate at full capacity by three-and-a-half months till September 30 to avoid electricity shortage amid rising demand in the country. A Power Ministry notice, shot off on June 12 to 15 imported coal-based thermal power projects, stated: “It …

Coal Production Rises 8.5 Per Cent To 73 MT In April, Despatch Up 11.66 Per Cent: Coal Ministry
1 year, 7 months ago

Coal Production Rises 8.5 Per Cent To 73 MT In April, Despatch Up 11.66 Per Cent: Coal Ministry

ABP News  

India's coal production increased by 8.5 per cent during April 2023, reaching 73.14 million tonnes, as per data from the Ministry of Coal, reported PTI. Coal ministry data showed that India achieved 94.89 per cent of its targeted coal production for April 2023, which stood at 77.08 MT, the report further said. Against the 82.26 MT target for April 2023, …

Business Matters | Why is the rising cost of coal-fired power plants good news for India?
1 year, 7 months ago

Business Matters | Why is the rising cost of coal-fired power plants good news for India?

The Hindu  

Why is the rising cost of coal-fired power plants good news for India? It said that achieving net zero – which India aims to reach by 2070 – will require adjustments to how people live, work, and move around—and some of these changes will be costly. First, India expects to increase investments in coal-fired power plants to help power economic …

'Harnessing 10% of coal bed methane reserves can cut India's energy import bill by USD 2 billion'
1 year, 7 months ago

'Harnessing 10% of coal bed methane reserves can cut India's energy import bill by USD 2 billion'

Firstpost  

If India harnesses 10 per cent of the coal bed methane reserves of 2,600 billion cubic meters, it can cut its energy imports bill by USD 2 billion, according to experts. As per the experts, the industry’s collective efforts in utilising Coal Bed Methane can help the country save over USD 2 billion on imports bill in near future. Therefore, …

Govt. panel proposes ban on diesel 4-wheeler vehicles by 2027
1 year, 8 months ago

Govt. panel proposes ban on diesel 4-wheeler vehicles by 2027

The Hindu  

India should ban the use of diesel-powered four-wheeler vehicles by 2027 and switch to electric and gas-fuelled vehicles in cities with more than a million people and polluted towns in order to cut emissions, a panel formed by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas is recommending. "By 2030, no city buses should be added which are not electric.diesel buses …

India's coal production rises 15% to 893 million tonnes in 2022-23
1 year, 8 months ago

India's coal production rises 15% to 893 million tonnes in 2022-23

India TV News  

India's overall coal production stood at 893.08 million tonnes in 2022-23 as compared to 778.19 in 2021-22, showing a growth of 14.78 percent. In the last five years, the output of Coal India Limited has increased by 703.21 million tonnes as compared to 606.89 million tonnes in 2018-2019 with a growth of 15.9 percent, official data said. Singareni Collieries Company …

As summer looms, India orders coal power plants to max out
1 year, 9 months ago

As summer looms, India orders coal power plants to max out

The Hindu  

For the second year in a row, India’s government has ordered the nation’s coal-fired power plants to run at full power. India “has to ensure there is energy security as this is critical for the country’s development and growth,” said Alok Kumar, the most senior official in India’s federal power ministry. “There is a strong political incentive to ensure regular …

As summer looms, India orders coal power plants to max out
1 year, 9 months ago

As summer looms, India orders coal power plants to max out

Associated Press  

BENGALURU, India — For the second year in a row, India’s government has ordered the nation’s coal-fired power plants to run at full power. India “has to ensure there is energy security as this is critical for the country’s development and growth,” said Alok Kumar, the most senior official in India’s federal power ministry. “There is a strong political incentive …

India to start coal export by 2025-26, says Minister Pralhad Joshi
1 year, 9 months ago

India to start coal export by 2025-26, says Minister Pralhad Joshi

India TV News  

India coal export: Asserting that India has adequate coal reserves, Union Coal Minister Pralhad Joshi today said the country will start exporting the dry fuel by 2025-26. According to the Coal Ministry, India's cumulative total estimated coal reserve as of April 1, 2022, was 3.61 lakh million tonnes. India's coal imports: On a question related to imports, he said India's …

India's power consumption rises 10% in Apr-Feb to 1375 billion units, surpasses full fiscal energy supplies year ago
1 year, 9 months ago

India's power consumption rises 10% in Apr-Feb to 1375 billion units, surpasses full fiscal energy supplies year ago

The Hindu  

India’s power consumption surged 10% to 1375.57 billion units during April-February this fiscal year and has already surpassed the level of electricity supplied in entire 2021-22. In entire fiscal year 2021-22, power consumption was 1374.02 BU, which is less than 1375.57 BU recorded during April 2022 to February 2023 period. Experts say power consumption is expected to grow in double …

India's February Fuel Demand Hit At Least 24-Year High, Shows Data
1 year, 9 months ago

India's February Fuel Demand Hit At Least 24-Year High, Shows Data

News 18  

India’s fuel demand hit its highest level in at least 24 years in February, data showed on Thursday, with industrial activity in Asia’s third biggest economy boosted by cheap Russian oil. Consumption of fuel, a proxy for oil demand, rose by more than 5% to 4.82 million barrels per day in February, its 15th consecutive year-on-year rise, data showed. The …

India’s fuel demand hits 24-year high in February: Report
1 year, 9 months ago

India’s fuel demand hits 24-year high in February: Report

Live Mint  

As industrial activity in Asia's third-largest economy is boosted by cheap Russian oil, the fuel demand in India hit its highest level in at least 24 years in February, according to data showed on Thursday. Viktor Katona, lead crude analyst at Kpler said that the strength highlights a combination of profitable refining from record Russian crude imports in February, total …

Analysis | India cheers the return of 'King Coal' as industry sees buoyant future
1 year, 10 months ago

Analysis | India cheers the return of 'King Coal' as industry sees buoyant future

The Hindu  

India's coal industry celebrated the return of its major conference after a three-year pandemic hiatus by presenting a bullish view of demand, rising supply from new mines and strong demand for imports. Increased output The reality is that India has successfully increased domestic coal output, with official government figures released last week showing production in the first 10 months of …

India expects fuel demand to grow 4.7% in the next fiscal year
1 year, 10 months ago

India expects fuel demand to grow 4.7% in the next fiscal year

The Hindu  

India's fuel demand is likely to grow 4.7% in the next fiscal year beginning on April 1, initial government estimates showed. Fuel consumption in 2023-24, a proxy for oil demand, could rise to 233.8 million tonnes from the revised estimate of 222.9 million tonnes for the current fiscal year ending in March, according to government forecasts. Domestic demand for petrol, …

Science-Wise: Reducing Emissions Through Coal Not Oil, Gas Phase-Out Plays Down Onus on Rich Nations
1 year, 11 months ago

Science-Wise: Reducing Emissions Through Coal Not Oil, Gas Phase-Out Plays Down Onus on Rich Nations

News 18  

Phase-out of coal-fired power is important, not just for climate, but for the health of millions of people who suffer from its far-reaching consequences. According to the research published in the peer-reviewed science journal Nature Climate Change, the IPCC 1.5℃ pathways have played down the responsibility of rich nations in reducing CO2 emissions, by laying more emphasis on coal, than …

India's fuel demand hits a low in January after 9-month peak in December
1 year, 11 months ago

India's fuel demand hits a low in January after 9-month peak in December

Hindustan Times  

India's fuel demand slipped in January after hitting a nine-month peak in December, hit by lower mobility due to cold weather in parts of the country and a slowdown in industrial activity. Consumption of fuel, a proxy for oil demand, was about 4.6% lower than the previous month at 18.7 million tonnes in January. Consumption of fuel, a proxy for …

India to boost coal imports this year to cope with harsh weather, freight snags: Report
1 year, 11 months ago

India to boost coal imports this year to cope with harsh weather, freight snags: Report

Hindustan Times  

India's power utilities will likely boost coal imports this year to cope with surges in demand, made worse over the past year by extreme temperatures, and with freight bottlenecks that are disrupting domestic coal supplies, analysts and officials said. Coal imports by Indian utilities more than doubled to 42 million tonnes during the first eight months of this fiscal year …

India expects utilities' annual coal demand to surge about 8% after renewables shortfall
1 year, 11 months ago

India expects utilities' annual coal demand to surge about 8% after renewables shortfall

The Hindu  

India expects its power plants to burn about 8% more coal in the fiscal year ending March 2024, according to a senior government official and a Power Ministry presentation, after the country missed its 2022 renewable-energy goal by more than 30%. India expects utilities' coal demand to reach 821 million tonnes in 2023-24, according to the presentation. India is expected …

India asks utilities to import 6% of their coal for nine months
2 years ago

India asks utilities to import 6% of their coal for nine months

Live Mint  

India's power ministry has asked utilities to import 6% of their coal requirement until September, according to a letter seen by Reuters, warning that domestic supplies could be curtailed if import targets are not met. Estimated domestic coal supply of 392 million tonnes during the six months to the end of September is expected to fall short of demand by …

Promoting efficiency in power generation in India
2 years ago

Promoting efficiency in power generation in India

Hindustan Times  

India is experiencing a surge in power demand owing to an expanding economy. In the short term, however, focus should be on making coal-based plants work efficiently; power plants working on imported coal in India are crucial in this regard. This brief analyses the problems hindering the optimum operation of power plants working on imported coal. The continuous increase in …

India to step up gas imports to address summer power demand
2 years, 1 month ago

India to step up gas imports to address summer power demand

Live Mint  

India has asked state-run firms to increase imports of natural gas in anticipation of higher power demand next summer, three government sources said, aiming to avoid repeating a power crisis in April that was its worst in more than six years. While the share of natural gas in India's power generation was just 1.5% this year, down from 3.3% in …

India’s power units binge on coal, outpace Asia
2 years, 1 month ago

India’s power units binge on coal, outpace Asia

The Hindu  

India's coal-fired power output has increased much faster than any other country in the Asia Pacific since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, underscoring the challenges the world's third-largest greenhouse gas emitter faces in weaning its economy off of carbon. India's coal-fired power output increased more than 10% year-on-year from March to October to 757.82 terawatt hours, an analysis of government data …

Mid-course changes in gas pricing to delay investments: Reliance
2 years, 3 months ago

Mid-course changes in gas pricing to delay investments: Reliance

The Hindu  

Billionaire Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries has told a government-appointed panel reviewing gas pricing that any 'retrograde' move to artificially cap rates will add to fiscal policy instability, delays investment and dent India's attempt to become Atmanirbhar in fuel production. The sources said Reliance told the panel that doubling India's production from current levels to cut rising imports and meet the …

India lags in biomass co-firing targets
2 years, 3 months ago

India lags in biomass co-firing targets

The Hindu  

India has been severely lagging in ensuring that at least 5% of coal used in thermal plants was mixed with biomass despite guidelines mandating them to do so. The meeting to review progress of biomass co-firing in thermal power plants was held in New Delhi to prepare for the coming post-monsoon season that saw farm fires in north India and …

India's coal production rises 12% in September
2 years, 3 months ago

India's coal production rises 12% in September

The Hindu  

The country's coal output rose a 12% to 57.93 million tonnes in September. "During September 2022, CIL, Singareni Collieries Company Ltd and captive mines/others registered a growth of 12.35%, 8.43% and 12.37% by producing 45.67 MT, 4.93 MT and 7.33 MT, respectively," as per the provisional statistics of the Coal Ministry. The dispatch of coal also went up marginally by …

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