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 will further increase in the coming months due to use of heating appliances, especially in the northern part of the country, and further improvement in economic activities on account of the beginning of the new rabi crop season. Experts say the robust growth in power consumption in November indicates sustained recovery.

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India's power consumption grows slightly to 131.54 billion units in February
2 weeks, 3 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, 3 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 …

DC Edit | Meet summer needs sustainably
2 weeks, 4 days ago

DC Edit | Meet summer needs sustainably

Deccan Chronicle  

With the summer officially beginning on March 1, India will endure a tough time for the next 90-odd days with peak demand for power and water leading to shortages. Though the Central and state governments have been taking measures to meet the power and water demand, they are at best short term and do not address the real problem in …

Renewable energy accounts for 47 per cent of India’s total installed power capacity: Economic Survey
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Renewable energy accounts for 47 per cent of India’s total installed power capacity: Economic Survey

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Renewable energy now accounts for approximately 47 per cent of India’s total installed power capacity, according to the Economic Survey for 2024-25. The country's renewable energy capacity grew by 15.8 per cent year-on-year, reaching 209.4 GW by December 2024, up from 180.8 GW in December 2023. Overall, the power sector continues to expand, with installed capacity rising by …

India’s Industrial Output Hits 6-Month High at 5.2%
2 months, 1 week ago

India’s Industrial Output Hits 6-Month High at 5.2%

Deccan Chronicle  

India's industrial output growth accelerated to a six-month high of 5.2 per cent year-on-year in November 2024 against the backdrop festive demand and pick-up in manufacturing sector. As per use-based classification, the data further showed that the capital goods segment growth accelerated to 9 per cent in November 2024 against a contraction of 1.1 per cent in the year-ago period. …

India's 2024 power output growth is slowest since pandemic, data shows
2 months, 1 week ago

India's 2024 power output growth is slowest since pandemic, data shows

The Hindu  

India's electricity generation grew at its slowest pace in 2024 since the COVID-19 pandemic, an analysis of federal grid regulator data showed, hit by a slowdown in the world's fastest growing major economy. Power output rose 5.8% annually to 1,824.13 billion kilowatt-hours, an analysis of daily load despatch data from federal grid regulator Grid-India showed. Growth in power generation averaged …

Power demand shoots up on cold wave across North India
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Power demand shoots up on cold wave across North India

Live Mint  

Power demand in the country has shot up in the past few weeks amid plummeting temperatures across North India. Peak power demand in December remained largely above 200GW and touched a high of 224GW due to increased demand for heating. The country, especially north-west India, including Jammu, Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, has been grappling with …

India met all-time maximum power demand of 250 GW in 2024
2 months, 2 weeks 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 to boost power generation, transmission infra to achieve 24X7 power for all in 2025
2 months, 3 weeks ago

India to boost power generation, transmission infra to achieve 24X7 power for all in 2025

Live Mint  

New Delhi Dec 29 India will set up more coal-fired and hydro-power plants and ramp up transmission infrastructure to achieve round-the-clock ‘Power for All' in 2025, besides meeting rising demand fueled by economic expansion. To meet the growing energy demand, the government has devised a major plan for power generation capacity addition and the expansion of transmission infrastructure. To evacuate …

Delhi prepares for peak winter power demand, projected to surpass 6300 MW
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi prepares for peak winter power demand, projected to surpass 6300 MW

Hindustan Times  

As Delhi's power needs continue to rise, the city's winter months are expected to follow the record-breaking summer's trend in peak demand. According to the BSES press release, during summer 2024, Delhi reached an unprecedented peak power demand of 8656 MW. Forecasts from SLDC indicate that Delhi's peak power demand this winter could surpass 6300 MW, setting a new seasonal …

India likely to raise its estimate on peak power demand amid harsher summers
8 months, 2 weeks ago

India likely to raise its estimate on peak power demand amid harsher summers

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India’s power ministry will likely raise its projections for peak electricity demand after this year’s prolonged heatwave forced people to keep their air conditioners and fans running for longer than usual. The current projection of peak power demand reaching 384 GW by financial year 2031-32 may now have to be revised, said Pankaj Agarwal, secretary, Union ministry of …

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 …

Rising AC sales and surging demand for cooling escalates India's environmental challenges
9 months, 1 week ago

Rising AC sales and surging demand for cooling escalates India's environmental challenges

Hindustan Times  

With soaring temperatures and heat waves causing health problems, air conditioners have become essential for creating cooler, comfortable spaces. Growing AC use will increase energy intensity in buildings, requiring significant focus on improving thermal comfort to reduce air-conditioned hours,” said Anumita Roychowdhury, executive director, Centre for Science and Environment. The widespread use of ACs significantly increases electricity consumption, and by …

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 …

Peak power demand hits season's new high of nearly 240 GW on May 24
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Peak power demand hits season's new high of nearly 240 GW on May 24

The Hindu  

India's peak power demand hit the season's new high of 239.96 GW on Friday, due to soaring mercury levels in various parts of the country, which compelled excessive use of cooling appliances like air conditioners and coolers. As per Power Ministry data, the peak power demand met or the highest supply in the day, was recorded at 239.96 GW on …

Peak power demand hits season's high of 235 GW on Wednesday amid severe heat wave
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Peak power demand hits season's high of 235 GW on Wednesday amid severe heat wave

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: India's peak power demand hit the season's high of 235.06 GW on Wednesday mainly due to excessive use of cooling appliances like air conditioners and coolers amid severe heat waves in most parts of the country. According to the power ministry data, the peak power demand met or the highest supply in the day is recorded at 235.06 …

Amid severe heatwave, Delhi records peak power demand in history
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Amid severe heatwave, Delhi records peak power demand in history

Hindustan Times  

Amid a severe heatwave hitting most parts of India, the power demand, as the need for air conditioners and coolers is on the rise, reached a record high of 234 gigawatts on Tuesday. According to the State Load Despatch Center data at 3:33pm on Tuesday, Delhi's peak power demand reached 7717 MW, the highest ever in the city's history. According …

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 in December dips by 2.3%
1 year, 2 months ago

India's power consumption in December dips by 2.3%

Firstpost  

In December, India’s power consumption fell 2.3% to 119.07 billion units, the lowest monthly decline in eight months, as a result of a mild winter that reduced demand for heating equipment, particularly in the north. Experts said that power consumption as well as demand remained lower due to mild winters in the first fortnight of December. The data showed that …

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 …

Number theory: Management of peak power demand will test India’s renewable push
1 year, 7 months ago

Number theory: Management of peak power demand will test India’s renewable push

Hindustan Times  

In June, the government announced that power tariffs would be linked to the time of consumption in the country. “Under the Time of Day system, tariff during solar hours of the day would be 10%-20% less than the normal tariff, and the tariff during peak hours, 10-20% higher. “ToD tariff will be applicable for commercial and industrial consumers having maximum …

Power consumption grows marginally by 1.8% to 407.76 bn units in April-June quarter
1 year, 7 months ago

Power consumption grows marginally by 1.8% to 407.76 bn units in April-June quarter

The Hindu  

Power consumption grew marginally by 1.8% year-on-year to 407.76 billion units in the April-June quarter, mainly due to unseasonal rains, the Biparjoy cyclone and heavy Monsoon downpours, according to the government data. The Central Electricity Authority data showed that the power consumption was 400.44 billion units in the April-June quarter in 2022 and recorded a growth of 17.6 per cent …

Power Ministry asks imported coal-based plants to run at full capacity till September 30
1 year, 9 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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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 …

Industrial output growth moderates to 4.3% in December 2022
2 years, 1 month ago

Industrial output growth moderates to 4.3% in December 2022

The Hindu  

India’s industrial output growth moderated to 4.3% in December 2022 from 7.3% in November, despite mining and electricity production rising at around 10% for the second successive month as manufacturing growth faltered from 6.1% in November to just 2.6%. On the basis of end-use, four of six sub-sectors — primary goods, capital goods, infrastructure and construction goods, and consumer non-durables …

India's Power Demand Set To Surge 6 Per Cent For Second Straight Year: CRISIL
2 years, 7 months ago

India's Power Demand Set To Surge 6 Per Cent For Second Straight Year: CRISIL

ABP News  

India’s power demand is seen growing over 6 per cent for the second straight fiscal year, and above the pre-pandemic levels and the long-period average growth of 5 per cent. Hetal Gandhi, director, CRISIL Research, said, “The first quarter may have accounted for 75 per cent of the expected incremental power demand for this fiscal, with consumption surging across key …

India’s power demand set to surge 6% for 2nd straight year: Crisil
2 years, 8 months ago

India’s power demand set to surge 6% for 2nd straight year: Crisil

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI: India's demand for power is likely to grow over 6% for the second consecutive year in FY23, according to a Crisil report. The current fiscal will also be the second year of power demand growing above pre-pandemic levels and the long-period average of 5%. “The first quarter may have accounted for 75% of the expected incremental power demand …

Survey set to gauge success of govt electricity schemes
2 years, 8 months ago

Survey set to gauge success of govt electricity schemes

Live Mint  

The union power ministry plans to commission a socioeconomic survey by a third party agency of its marquee schemes aimed at universal access to electricity, seeking to capture what improvements have been made by these projects. The survey will focus on the Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana and Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana, said two government officials …

India's Power Consumption Grows 17.2% to 134.13 Billion Units in June
2 years, 8 months ago

India's Power Consumption Grows 17.2% to 134.13 Billion Units in June

News 18  

Power consumption in the country grew by 17.2 per cent year-on-year to 134.13 billion units in June, amid severe heat and spurt in economic activities. Power consumption in June last year was recorded at 114.48 BU, which was higher than 105.08 BU in the same month of 2020, according to power ministry data. The power consumption and demand were affected …

'Current' Affairs: Delhi’s Peak Power Demand Breaks All Records, Hits 7,695 MW, 22% Jump since 2020
2 years, 8 months ago

'Current' Affairs: Delhi’s Peak Power Demand Breaks All Records, Hits 7,695 MW, 22% Jump since 2020

News 18  

Delhi’s peak power demand reached 7,695 MW on Wednesday afternoon, at least 22 per cent more than the peak power demand recorded in 2020, according to data from the State Load Dispatch Centre. On June 29, 2020, at 3.33 pm, Delhi’s peak power demand was 6,314 MW – the highest for the year 2020-21. The SLDC data analysed by CNN-News18 …

Delhi's peak power demand soars to 7601 MW, highest since July 2019
2 years, 8 months ago

Delhi's peak power demand soars to 7601 MW, highest since July 2019

India Today  

Delhi clocked the highest ever peak power demand of 7601 MW on Tuesday, breaking the previous record of 7409 MW which was recorded on July 2, 2019. As per State Load Despatch Center today at 3.21 PM, the city’s peak power demand not only clocked the season’s highest of 7601 MW, but also the highest ever in the national capital …

India's power demand touches new high after jumping by 45,000 megawatt in a year
2 years, 9 months ago

India's power demand touches new high after jumping by 45,000 megawatt in a year

India TV News  

Highlights India's electricity demand on June 9 was recorded at an all-time high of 2,10,792 megawatts RK Singh said 1000s of villages that hadn't seen electricity in 70 yrs were provided connectivity The current coal shortage in India is a result of domestic production not keeping pace with demand Power demand of India : India's power demand in the year …

Delhi: Power demand soars to 7070 MW, highest ever in May
2 years, 10 months ago

Delhi: Power demand soars to 7070 MW, highest ever in May

India Today  

Delhi broke the record of its highest ever power demand in the month of May and recorded a demand of 7070 MW on Thursday night. Similarly, earlier, in April 2022, the peak power demands were higher on 100 per cent of the corresponding days vis-a-vis those of April 2021, 2020 and 2019. Moreover, on 7 occasions in April 2022, Delhi’s …

Delhi Cheap Power: Want Subsidy? Both Online, Offline Options Available; Check Details
2 years, 10 months ago

Delhi Cheap Power: Want Subsidy? Both Online, Offline Options Available; Check Details

News 18  

As the Delhi government has decided to provide electricity subsidy to only those who specifically opt for it, both online and offline options will be provided to the consumers to inform the government whether they want to avail of the subsidy or let go of it, according to a PTI report quoting officials. That is, if a power consumer wants …

India's power consumption grows 13.6% to 132.98 billion units in April, shows govt data
2 years, 10 months ago

India's power consumption grows 13.6% to 132.98 billion units in April, shows govt data

Firstpost  

Power consumption in April last year was recorded at 117.08 BU, which was higher than 84.55 BU in the same month of 2020 Power consumption in the country grew 13.6 per cent year-on-year to 132.98 billion units in April, showing the impact of the early onset of summers and spurt in economic activities, according to power ministry data. The power …

India's power consumption grows 13.6% to 132.98 billion units in April
2 years, 10 months ago

India's power consumption grows 13.6% to 132.98 billion units in April

The Hindu  

Power consumption in the country grew 13.6% year-on-year to 132.98 billion units in April, showing the impact of the early onset of summers and spurt in economic activities, according to Power Ministry data. The power consumption and demand were affected in April 2020 also due to the imposition of lockdown restrictions for curbing the spread of the deadly coronavirus. Experts …

Power crisis to worsen with the early heatwave
2 years, 10 months ago

Power crisis to worsen with the early heatwave

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI : Record electricity demand amid a scorching heatwave in several parts of India and depleting coal stocks may worsen outages, disrupt industrial activity, damage crops and further strain power plants and grid stability. On Thursday, Union power minister Raj Kumar Singh said the inability of state distribution companies to purchase electricity and coal and inadequate planning by state …

India's Peak Power Supply Touches Record Level of 204 GW Amid Heatwave
2 years, 10 months ago

India's Peak Power Supply Touches Record Level of 204 GW Amid Heatwave

News 18  

India's peak power demand met or the highest supply in a day touched the all-time high of 204.65 GW on Thursday amid ongoing heatwave sweeping through vast swathes of the country increasing demand for electricity. "During the current month of April, 2022, peak power demand met has increased by 12.1 per cent to 204.653 GW from 182.559 GW during same …

India's peak power consumption exceeds 201 Gigawatt, says government
2 years, 10 months ago

India's peak power consumption exceeds 201 Gigawatt, says government

India TV News  

Highlights Maximum all-India power demand met surpasses 201 Gigawatt on Apr 26 Power demand surpassed last year's maximum demand met of 200.539 GW which occurred on July 7, 2021 The rising power demand reflects the economic growth in the country Amid the reports of coal shortages faced at power plants in the country, the central governmnet said the maximum all-India …

Peak power deficit in India almost wiped out, says power ministry
3 years, 4 months ago

Peak power deficit in India almost wiped out, says power ministry

Hindustan Times  

The power ministry on Monday said the peak power demand deficit in the country has come down by 16.2% over the past 13 years, and it has almost been “wiped out”. The peak power deficit in India has almost been wiped out, India’s power ministry has said. The peak power deficit was 0.4%, 0.7% and 0.8%, the power ministry said. …

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