Tamil Nadu's daily power consumption crosses 400 million units earlier than last year
1 week, 2 days ago

Tamil Nadu's daily power consumption crosses 400 million units earlier than last year

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: As temperatures rose in the state since late February, the total power consumption in a single day has already touched 400 million units on March 7 this year, which is more than a week earlier than last summer. In contrast, the state reached the 400-MU mark last year on March 15, when the consumption was 417.98 MUs. With the state already crossing the 400-MU mark twice this year, the state’s power utilities are gearing up for tackling record high demands for more number of days this summer. According to the Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited’s data accessed by TNIE, as of March 31, 2021, the power utility served around 3.16 crore consumers including domestic, agriculture, industries and commercial users.

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India's power consumption grows slightly to 131.54 billion units in February
2 weeks, 4 days ago

India's power consumption grows slightly to 131.54 billion units in February

The Hindu  

India's power consumption grew marginally to 131.54 billion units in February, higher than 127.34 BU in the year-ago period, according to the government data. The peak power demand touched an all-time high of about 250 GW in May 2024. Last year, the power ministry projected a peak power demand of 235 GW during the day and 225 GW during evening …

India’s power consumption grows slightly to 131.54 bn units in Feb
2 weeks, 4 days ago

India’s power consumption grows slightly to 131.54 bn units in Feb

Live Mint  

New Delhi, Mar 3 India's power consumption grew marginally to 131.54 billion units in February, higher than 127.34 BU in the year-ago period, according to the government data. The peak power demand touched an all-time high of about 250 GW in May 2024. The previous all-time high peak power demand of 243.27 GW was recorded in September 2023. The ministry …

Electricity usage in summer in Kerala likely to break last year’s records, says Electricity Minister
3 weeks ago

Electricity usage in summer in Kerala likely to break last year’s records, says Electricity Minister

The Hindu  

The Kerala State Electricity Board is anticipating record electricity usage this summer season in the State, Electricity Minister K. Krishnankutty said on Friday. Kerala had recorded its highest daily consumption of 115.94 million units on May 3 last year. The KSEB is anticipating higher consumption levels this summer season, Mr. Krishnankutty said, inaugurating online a new building for the Ambalappuzha …

State likely to witness energy deficit for 10 years till FY2034-35: Central Electricity Authority
3 weeks, 5 days ago

State likely to witness energy deficit for 10 years till FY2034-35: Central Electricity Authority

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu is likely to witness energy deficit throughout 2024-25 to 2034-35, as per report on Resource Adequacy Plan for the State released by Central Electricity Authority, under Union Ministry of Power. In the fiscal year 2023-24, Tamil Nadu’s peak power demand of 19,045 MW was met without any gap, while energy required was 1,26,163 million units, against energy supplied …

KSEB scrambling to meet additional electricity demand during 2025 summer
3 weeks, 5 days ago

KSEB scrambling to meet additional electricity demand during 2025 summer

The Hindu  

The Kerala State Electricity Board is moving quickly to secure electricity supplies to meet the additional demand that would arise with the onset of the 2025 summer. While approving power supply agreements aimed at addressing round-the-clock and peak-hour shortages during March, April and May, the State Electricity Regulatory Commission had advised the KSEB to explore options such as power ‘banking’ …

Telangana’s power demand surpass 16,000 MW for first time
1 month ago

Telangana’s power demand surpass 16,000 MW for first time

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Telangana on Wednesday recorded its highest-ever peak power demand, breaching the 16,000-megawatt mark for the first time because of rising temperature and the ongoing Rabi agricultural operations. Tamil Nadu witnessed its all-time high power demand of 20,830 MW on May 2 last year, while Karnataka hit 17,691 MW on January 31, 2025. Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, who …

TNPGCL expects smooth power supply from CGS during summer
1 month, 2 weeks ago

TNPGCL expects smooth power supply from CGS during summer

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Limited is expecting the Central Generating Stations to provide a smooth supply of power this summer. Tamil Nadu has a share of over 6,000 MW from CGS, including Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant, NLC, and NTPC. It has a power allocation share of 1,150 MW out of the total capacity of 2,000 MW of Units I …

Warmer winter drives up electricity demand in Karnataka to record high
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Warmer winter drives up electricity demand in Karnataka to record high

The Hindu  

Months before summer sets in in Karnataka, the peak electricity demand in the State touched an all-time high on January 31 with 17,691 Megawatts. According to the data provided by the Power Company of Karnataka Ltd., in the month of January, 2024, the peak demand was 15,668 MW while the consumption was 294.01 Million Units. Hence, the demand was up …

TNPGCL to tie up for power arrangements to overcome deficit during summer
1 month, 3 weeks ago

TNPGCL to tie up for power arrangements to overcome deficit during summer

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu is expected to see a power deficit during the evening peak hours in the upcoming summer months and Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Limited would tie up for power through tenders and swap arrangements. During the summer last year, the State’s peak power demand hit a new record, touching an all-time-high of 20,830 MW on May 2, 2024. …

At 21,361 Million Units, Chennai’s electricity demand to go north by 22 per cent in five years
2 months ago

At 21,361 Million Units, Chennai’s electricity demand to go north by 22 per cent in five years

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Chennai’s power demand is expected to grow by 22.5 % in 2027-28, compared to 2022-23, which is taken as the base year for the 20th Electricity Power Survey of India, brought out recently by the Central Electricity Authority. According to the report, the electricity demand of Chennai termed as India’s health capital is projected to rise to 26,335 MUs …

TN aspires for 50 Percent power from renewable energy sources
3 months ago

TN aspires for 50 Percent power from renewable energy sources

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai:Under the guidance of Chief Minister M K Stalin, the State would generate 50 percent of its electricity from renewable energy sources by 2030, which would be way ahead of the target fixed by the Union Government to generate 43 percent of electricity from renewable energy sources. An official press release said on Friday that work was on to ensure …

Soaring demand drove up spending on power purchases in 2023-24: KSEB
3 months, 1 week ago

Soaring demand drove up spending on power purchases in 2023-24: KSEB

The Hindu  

The Kerala State Electricity Board spent ₹12,982.59 crore on power purchases in 2023-24, which was ₹2,418.36 crore more than the level approved by the Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission for the fiscal. But the actual quantum purchased, to meet the soaring demand, was 25,585.32 mu at a cost of ₹12,982.59 crore, the KSEB said in a petition filed before the …

TN Green energy corpn meets union govt target, produces 210 MU more power
6 months ago

TN Green energy corpn meets union govt target, produces 210 MU more power

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation has generated 2,009.456 million units of electricity through its hydropower plants from April 1 to September 18 this financial year. The rise in production has enabled TNGEC to meet the Central Electricity Authority’s target, playing key role in advancing Tamil Nadu’s green energy goals. Another official said Kundah and Erode are currently leading in …

Electricity bill set to increase in Tamil Nadu from July as tariff hiked by 4.83%
8 months ago

Electricity bill set to increase in Tamil Nadu from July as tariff hiked by 4.83%

The Hindu  

The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission has announced a hike of 4.83% for domestic and all other consumers. As per the tariff order, the slabs for domestic consumers have been increased in the range of 20 paise to 55 paise per unit. While the unit cost under the minimum slab of 400 units bi-monthly, is being increased from ₹4.60 per …

State’s power consumption increased over 7% in April-June 2024
8 months, 1 week ago

State’s power consumption increased over 7% in April-June 2024

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu’s power consumption increased over 7% to 35,385 million units in April-June 2024, from 32,909 million units in the same period last year, as per the provisional data from Central Electricity Authority, under the Union Ministry of Power. According to the State Energy Department’s policy note for 2024-25, Tamil Nadu’s power grid hit a new high, reaching a staggering …

India's power consumption rises nearly 9% to 152.38 billion units in June
8 months, 2 weeks ago

India's power consumption rises nearly 9% to 152.38 billion units in June

The Hindu  

India's power consumption rose by nearly 9% to 152.38 billion units in June compared to the year-ago period mainly due to scorching heat which forced excessive use of cooling appliances like air conditioners and desert coolers. The previous all-time high peak power demand of 243.27 GW was recorded in September 2023. The Ministry also estimated that peak power demand may …

Power demand reaches record high of 250 GW
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Power demand reaches record high of 250 GW

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: As mercury touches new highs in the vast swathes of the country, power demand has grown significantly and hit a record high of 250 GW on Thursday. On May 30, 2024, northern region achieved a record demand met, reaching an all-time high of 86.7 GW, while the western region also touched its maximum demand met of 74.8 GW …

Andhra Pradesh’s energy demand falls considerably as the sizzling summer fizzles out
10 months ago

Andhra Pradesh’s energy demand falls considerably as the sizzling summer fizzles out

The Hindu  

Energy demand in the State fell to about 210.36 Million Units on Saturday, May 18, from the seasonal high of 259.20 MU recorded on May 4 as the blistering summer heat gave way to repeated spells of rain in recent weeks and the southwest monsoon is poised to hit south peninsular India by the month-end. A substantial chunk of the …

Power consumption peaks as severe heat prevails in Kerala
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Power consumption peaks as severe heat prevails in Kerala

Hindustan Times  

The power consumption in Kerala hit a record high of 113.14 million units on Monday as the state continued to reel under extreme heat conditions. State power minister K Krishnankutty said, “On April 29, the consumption was 113.14 million units when it ideally should be under 100 MU. There is a meeting scheduled on May 2 with officials of the …

Energy demand in Andhra Pradesh poised to cross 250 MU per day
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Energy demand in Andhra Pradesh poised to cross 250 MU per day

The Hindu  

The power utilities in Andhra Pradesh are geared up to meet the imminent surge in energy demand which is expected to cross 250 Million Units per day in the coming weeks. The demand met so far in the month until April 26 stood at 6,345 MU, with a maximum of 253 MU on April 19, according to official sources. Of …

INDIA’s clean energy transition goals in limbo
10 months, 3 weeks ago

INDIA’s clean energy transition goals in limbo

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI : While hosting the G20 Presidency for the first time, India championed a climate change-focused agenda and pushed the group of countries to agree to tripling global renewable energy capacity by 2030. A report titled “Indian States’ Electricity Transition: 2024” was released by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis and Ember that looks into the performance of …

Power demand on the rise, no power outages in Karnataka
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Power demand on the rise, no power outages in Karnataka

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: As the temperatures are rising, the demand for uninterrupted power supply is also on the rise. “The State’s power consumption per day has touched 329 Million Units - the highest ever, compared to the previous year’s consumption per day of 300 MU. The peak demand is also over 17,000 MW, compared to last year’s 15,300MW,” said George and added …

Karnataka facing a power shortfall of 300 to 500 MW during peak hours, but situation largely stable, says Energy Dept. data
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka facing a power shortfall of 300 to 500 MW during peak hours, but situation largely stable, says Energy Dept. data

The Hindu  

As Karnataka enters the summer months, there is an electricity deficit of 300 to 500 MW ) during peak hours in some blocks, according to data provided by the Energy Department. This year, a peak demand of 17,220 MW was recorded in the State on March 12 and the highest energy consumption of 329.53 MU was recorded on March 22. …

Electricity consumption soars in State, peak demand at all-time high of 5,031 MW
1 year ago

Electricity consumption soars in State, peak demand at all-time high of 5,031 MW

The Hindu  

The State’s power sector could be in for a tough time this summer, given the way electricity consumption is soaring. Even before the 2024 summer has reached its peak, the Kerala State Electricity Board has logged a peak demand of 5,031 megawatts, an all-time high for the State, on Monday. The daily electricity consumption on Monday stood at 100.16 million …

GHMC's Power Demand Hits a New Peak
1 year ago

GHMC's Power Demand Hits a New Peak

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Telangana state has set a new record for power supply and consumption with the state power utilities reporting that the state touched a peak consumption of 298.19 million units of power, the highest ever in the state so far on Wednesday. Keeping pace with the overall pace for demand for power, the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation area on March …

Peak power demand is estimated to rise 7% this summer
1 year ago

Peak power demand is estimated to rise 7% this summer

The Hindu  

Peak power demand in India is estimated to rise by 7% year-on-year to 260 GW this summer, according to a senior official. The peak power demand during the summer of 2023 touched 243 GW against a projection of 229 GW. "We expect the peak power demand this year at 260GW," Central Electricity Authority Chairperson Ghanshyam Prasad told reporters on the …

India's power consumption grows 7.5 percent in April-January this fiscal year
1 year, 1 month ago

India's power consumption grows 7.5 percent in April-January this fiscal year

India TV News  

India's power consumption increased 7.5 percent on-year to 1354.97 billion units in the April-January period of this financial year, indicating an uptick in economic activities across the country. Power consumption in the country has increased to 1354.97 billion units in the April-January period of this financial year, from 1259.49 BU in the April-January period of fiscal 2022-23, according to government …

India's power consumption grows nearly 8% in April-December period
1 year, 2 months ago

India's power consumption grows nearly 8% in April-December period

The Hindu  

Power consumption in India witnessed an on-year rise of nearly 8% to 1,221.15 billion units during the April-December period of this fiscal, indicating a surge in economic activities. Change in power consumption patterns The Power Ministry had estimated the country's electricity demand to touch 229 GW during summer in 2023. They said power consumption grew in August, September, and October, …

India's power consumption grows nearly 9% to 1,099.90 billion units in April-November
1 year, 3 months ago

India's power consumption grows nearly 9% to 1,099.90 billion units in April-November

The Hindu  

Power consumption has increased by nearly nine per cent to 1,099.90 billion units in the country during April-November this fiscal compared to the same period a year ago, showing a surge in economic activities. Industry experts said that around nine per cent growth in power consumption in the first eight months of this fiscal year shows buoyancy in the economy. …

India's power consumption grows by over 16% to 151.66 billion units in August
1 year, 6 months ago

India's power consumption grows by over 16% to 151.66 billion units in August

The Hindu  

The country's power consumption grew by over 16% to 151.66 billion units in August this year compared to that of the same month last year mainly due to increase usage of cooling appliances during sultry weather. In the year-ago period, power consumption stood at 130.39 billion units, higher than 127.88 BU in August 2021, according to the government data. They …

Wind energy generation in Tamil Nadu to give relief to industries
1 year, 6 months ago

Wind energy generation in Tamil Nadu to give relief to industries

The Hindu  

Wind energy generation in Tamil Nadu in the current wind season, which will go on till October, is expected to be almost the same as last year, giving relief to industries that generate wind energy for captive use. According to data available, wind energy generation on August 27 evening was 3,553 MW and on August 28 morning 1232 MW. N. …

T.N. power utilities seek advancing of refuelling activity at Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant’s Unit-1
1 year, 8 months ago

T.N. power utilities seek advancing of refuelling activity at Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant’s Unit-1

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu power utilities have sought the advancing of the refuelling activity at Unit-I of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant. Rajesh Lakhoni, Chairman and Managing Director of the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation and R. Manivannan, Managing Director Tamil Nadu Transmission Corporation Limited have written to the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited, which also runs the KKNPP, on …

As city sizzles at 36.7°C, power demand soars to 4,129 MW
1 year, 9 months ago

As city sizzles at 36.7°C, power demand soars to 4,129 MW

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: The city is reeling under relentless heat, thanks to no pre-monsoon showers and delayed onset of monsoon. The maximum temperature at Mumbai’s base weather station touched 36.7 degrees Celsius on June 9, which was three degrees above normal. Sources said while the Brihanmumbai Electricity Supply and Transport undertaking, Adani Electricity Mumbai Limited and Tata Power put together catering to …

Wind energy generation picks up in T.N., consumption expected to peak at 100 million units a day this year
1 year, 9 months ago

Wind energy generation picks up in T.N., consumption expected to peak at 100 million units a day this year

The Hindu  

Wind energy generation in Tamil Nadu has picked up over the past two days, with 2,687 MW generated on Friday, June 2, 2023. K. Kasthurirangaian, chairman of the Indian Wind Power Association, told The Hindu on Saturday that 62 million units of electricity consumed on Thursday, June 1, came from wind energy, and on Friday, June 2, 60 million units …

India's power consumption grows marginally in May 2023 | Read details here
1 year, 9 months ago

India's power consumption grows marginally in May 2023 | Read details here

India TV News  

Power consumption in India: Power consumption rose marginally by 1.04 per cent to 136.56 billion units in May this year as widespread rains have kept summer temperature under check so far and people used fewer cooling appliances compared to last year. In the year-ago period, power consumption stood at 135.15 billion units, higher than 108.80 BU in May 2021, according …

Energy consumption of Andhra Pradesh increased to 65,830 Million Units in 2022-23 financial year
1 year, 9 months ago

Energy consumption of Andhra Pradesh increased to 65,830 Million Units in 2022-23 financial year

The Hindu  

The annual energy consumption of Andhra Pradesh has increased to around 65,830 Million Units in 2022-23 financial year when compared to 50,077 MUs in 2017-18 fiscal, an official release has said, adding that the power utilities in the State have met the all-time high energy demand of 251 MUs per day recently. To meet the future energy demand, the government …

AP generates 251 MUs of power on Thursday, highest ever
1 year, 10 months ago

AP generates 251 MUs of power on Thursday, highest ever

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: Power utilities of Andhra Pradesh have successfully met the highest-ever energy demand of 251 million units in the state on May 18, 2023, by generating 12,653 MW. Stating this on Friday, energy minister Peddireddi Ramachandra Reddy explained that the average day demand in May 2020 had been 180.69 MUs as against 210.20 MUs on May 17, 2023. For instance, …

Andhra Pradesh power utilities meet highest energy demand of 251 MU on May 18
1 year, 10 months ago

Andhra Pradesh power utilities meet highest energy demand of 251 MU on May 18

The Hindu  

Andhra Pradesh power utilities have met the highest energy demand of 251 Million Units on May 18. Average day demand in May, 2020 was 180.69 MU as against 210.20 MU recorded as on May 17, 2023, officials told Energy Minister Peddireddy Ramachandra Reddy in a virtual review meeting on May 19. Around 1.20 lakh agricultural connections have been sanctioned in …

Chennai's Electricity Demand is Increasing, Close to Entire Kerala’s. What's the Reason?
1 year, 10 months ago

Chennai's Electricity Demand is Increasing, Close to Entire Kerala’s. What's the Reason?

News 18  

With summer heat intensifying in parts of India, energy consumption in households is increasing. Tamil Nadu’s electricity demand reached an all-time high of 19,387 MW on April 20 while the actual consumption at the end of the day was 423.785 million units – 50% up from the average consumption. In 2013, the power demand in the city was 3,027 MW …

T.N. swelters, peak power demand crosses 19,000 MW for the first time in recorded history
1 year, 11 months ago

T.N. swelters, peak power demand crosses 19,000 MW for the first time in recorded history

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu’s peak power demand crossed 19,000 MW for the first time since records have been maintained for this data, on Wednesday, April 19, touching 19,087 MW. In the 2022 summer period, the all-time high peak demand was 17,563 MW and the maximum daily consumption was 388.078 million units reached on April 29, 2022. According to power managers, the highest …

As T.N. reels under rising temperatures, power demand, daily consumption hit all-time high
1 year, 11 months ago

As T.N. reels under rising temperatures, power demand, daily consumption hit all-time high

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu has hit yet another all-time high in terms of peak power demand and daily consumption, this summer. The State’s daily consumption hit an all-time high of 41.30 crore units and a peak demand of 18,882 MW on April 18, Electricity Minister V. Senthil Balaji said in a Twitter post. The note also stated that the summer peak power …

Wind energy generation starts in Tamil Nadu
2 years ago

Wind energy generation starts in Tamil Nadu

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu consumed 26.8 million units of wind energy on Sunday, indicating commencement of the new wind season, said K. Kasthurirangaian, president of Indian Wind Power Association. Wind energy generation peaks in the State between May and October every year. “The total wind energy generation this financial year since May 2022 has crossed 12,400 million units. If Tangedco keeps up …

Tamil Nadu Budget 2023 gives big push to green energy
2 years ago

Tamil Nadu Budget 2023 gives big push to green energy

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu has touched a new high in power consumption this year - nearly 18,000 mega watt - and will be in need of a 20,000 MW in the coming years, the State government has big plans in the energy sector. Though the present contribution of green energy to Tamil Nadu grid remains at a healthy rate of 20.88%, it …

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

Tamil Nadu’s power demand crosses 18,000 MW for the first time
2 years ago

Tamil Nadu’s power demand crosses 18,000 MW for the first time

The Hindu  

Electricity Minister V. Senthil Balaji said Tamil Nadu’s peak power demand crossed 18,000 MW for the first time on Thursday, March 16. The State saw a demand of 18,053 MW on March 16, surpassing the previous peak of 17,749 MW on March 15, the Minister said in a Twitter post on Friday, adding that the power demand was met without …

Annual energy consumption in Andhra Pradesh likely to touch 64,523 MUs in 10 years, says Energy Minister
2 years, 2 months ago

Annual energy consumption in Andhra Pradesh likely to touch 64,523 MUs in 10 years, says Energy Minister

The Hindu  

The annual energy consumption in Andhra Pradesh is expected to rise to 64,523 Million Units in the next 10 years from the present 60,945 MUs and and the average is likely to increase from 220 MUs per day to 250 MUs per day, Minister for Energy Peddireddi Ramachandra Reddy has said. The Minister, in a press note released on the …

India's electricity consumption grows 14 per cent in November; experts say it indicates sustained recovery
2 years, 3 months ago

India's electricity consumption grows 14 per cent in November; experts say it indicates sustained recovery

India TV News  

Indicating sustained economic recovery, the government data showed India's power consumption logged a double-digit growth of 13.6 per cent to 112.81 billion units in November 2022 compared to the year-ago period. The robust growth of power consumption in the month mainly indicates an increase in economic activities as generally it remains subdued in November. Experts say power consumption and demand …

Solar generation in Tamil Nadu hits a new record: Minister Senthilbalaji
2 years, 5 months ago

Solar generation in Tamil Nadu hits a new record: Minister Senthilbalaji

The Hindu  

Minister for Electricity V. Senthilbalaji on Thursday said solar energy generation in Tamil Nadu touched the highest ever level of 3782 MW at 12:30 hours on September 21. In a Twitter post, he said solar energy consumption reached a peak of 28.6 million units. A senior Tangedco official said the last high for solar generation was 3658 MW on September …

Power demand tapering from May onwards
2 years, 6 months ago

Power demand tapering from May onwards

Deccan Chronicle  

CHENNAI: After a hot summer, demand for energy has been trending down since May. Requirement of electricity in India surged in April and May 2022 as industrial activity increased and contact intensive services resumed operations fully following withdrawal of all Covid related restrictions. The demand for electricity eased from its peak of 135.7 billion kwh in May 2022 to 133.6 …

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