In Short : Union Minister Manohar Lal highlighted that Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) are vital for storing excess renewable power and balancing the national grid. He stressed that as India increases green energy generation, PSPs will become indispensable for reliability and flexibility. He also urged state governments to actively support PSP development through faster approvals, […]
Southeast Asia can harness vast renewable resources to meet fast-growing electricity demand – EQ
In Short : Southeast Asia’s fast-growing electricity demand can be met through its vast renewable potential in solar, wind, hydro, and biomass. Rising urbanization and industrial growth are straining conventional power systems, but renewable adoption can cut fossil fuel reliance, strengthen energy security, and support climate goals. Unlocking these resources positions the region for a […]
Electricity demand is surging across the Middle East and North Africa, driven by cooling and desalination needs – EQ
In Short : Electricity demand in the Middle East and North Africa is surging, largely due to higher cooling requirements and expanding desalination needs. Rapid urban growth and extreme temperatures are placing pressure on power systems. Governments in the region are investing in renewables and efficiency measures to ensure energy security while meeting climate goals […]
Tamil Nadu’s maximum electricity demand likely to grow by 6 percent Minister – EQ
In Short : Tamil Nadu’s peak electricity demand is expected to grow 6% in 2025, reaching 22,150 MW. The state recorded its highest daily consumption of 454.32 million units in April 2024. To meet rising demand, Tamil Nadu aims for 50% renewable energy by 2030, while ensuring a 99.97% uninterrupted power supply and continuing grid […]
IEA-AI is set to drive surging electricity demand from data centres while offering the potential to transform how the energy sector works – EQ
In Short : Artificial Intelligence is poised to significantly increase electricity demand, particularly from energy-intensive data centres, as its applications rapidly expand. At the same time, AI offers transformative potential for the energy sector—enhancing grid management, optimizing power generation and consumption, and enabling smarter, more efficient energy systems. This dual role positions AI as both […]
Power Ministry writes to States and UTs on adherence to Resource Adequacy Guidelines to ensure adequate power in line with rapidly growing electricity demand – EQ
In Short : The Ministry of Power has communicated with States and Union Territories, urging adherence to Resource Adequacy Guidelines. This initiative aims to ensure a reliable and sufficient power supply, aligning with the escalating electricity demand due to the country’s rapid growth and development. In Detail : All States and UTs are required to […]
India will continue to rely on coal to meet its rising electricity demand through 2026: IEA – EQ
In Short : According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), India is expected to continue relying on coal to meet its growing electricity demand through 2026. Despite efforts to increase renewable energy capacity, the IEA’s projections indicate that coal will remain a significant part of India’s energy mix in the near term. This underscores the […]
Government undertakes policy measures to meet growing electricity demand and reduce carbon footprints – EQ Mag
As per the Generation Expansion Planning studies carried out by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) for 2029-30, the share of non-fossil fuel based generation capacity in the total installed capacity of the Country is likely to increase from around 42% as on Oct, 2022 to more than 64% by 2029-30. This would reduce the dependence […]
Peak electricity demand projected to touch 215,000 MW this year – EQ Mag Pro
The highest ever peak power demand was 200,570 MW at 12:01 hours on July 7, 2021 and this year that record is set to be broken NEW DELHI : The government has asked generating companies to import about nine million tonnes of coal for blending at thermal power stations to meet the projected peak electricity […]