Summary: — ### Part A: Power Generation (Source-wise & State-wise including Jharkhand) This section provides a detailed breakdown of electricity generation over the last five years and the current year (up to January 2026). **1. National Generation Trend (in Million Units – MUs)** | Financial Year | Total Conventional (Thermal + Nuclear) | Total Renewable […]
MoP – Parliament Q&A – EQ
Summary: — ### Key Business & Strategic Takeaways 1. **Energy Transition is Real:** Non-fossil fuel sources now constitute the **majority (52.3%)** of India’s installed capacity, signaling a permanent shift in the energy mix. 2. **Solar is the Growth Engine:** Solar has overtaken wind and hydro to become the single largest renewable source, with explosive growth […]
INTEGRATION OF NON-FOSSIL FUEL POWER GENERATING INTO NATIONAL GRID – EQ
In Short : Integrating non-fossil fuel power into the national grid is essential for a sustainable energy future. Renewable sources like solar, wind, and hydropower require advanced grid management, storage solutions, and flexible infrastructure. Effective integration ensures reliability, reduces emissions, and supports growing energy demand while enabling a transition toward cleaner, decentralized, and efficient power […]
ENERGY TRANSITION AND RENEWABLE CAPACITY – EQ
In Short : The global energy transition is accelerating as countries shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources. Increasing renewable capacity through solar, wind, and storage technologies is essential to meet climate goals, ensure energy security, and support sustainable development. Governments, industries, and investors are driving this transformation, reshaping power systems toward cleaner, decentralized, […]
Electricity (Amendment) Rules, 2026 along with Explanatory Note – EQ
Summary: —- **Key Business Impacts:** 1. **Group Entity Clarification:** The rules explicitly allow a company, along with its holding and subsidiary companies, to be treated as a **single captive user**. This resolves a major industry ambiguity and enables corporate groups to collectively own and consume power from a captive plant, facilitating investment in non-fossil fuel […]
Government amends Electricity Rules to strengthen captive power framework and support industrial competitiveness – EQ
In Short : The Government of India has amended the Electricity Rules to strengthen the captive power generation framework and provide greater clarity for industries using self-generated electricity. The amendments aim to simplify compliance, recognize modern corporate ownership structures, and improve flexibility for group captive projects, supporting industrial competitiveness while encouraging investments in reliable and […]
EA amendment 2026 (Captive requirements) – EQ
Summary: —- ### Key Provisions and Business Implications #### 1. **Definition of “Captive User”** – **Provision:** A captive user is the end-user of the electricity generated. This now explicitly includes consumption directly or through an **Energy Storage System (ESS)**. This clarifies that storing power for later use is still considered captive consumption. – **Group Entities:** […]
THE COMPONENTS OF INDIA ENERGY STACK – EQ
In Short : The India Energy Stack is a digital public infrastructure designed to modernize India’s energy sector through secure data exchange, interoperability, and consumer empowerment. It integrates platforms for energy data management, consent-based sharing, smart metering, and open protocols. The initiative aims to enhance transparency, improve grid efficiency, enable new energy services, and accelerate […]
AVAILABILITY AND QUALITY OF POWER SUPPLY – EQ
In Short : Availability and quality of power supply are critical for economic growth, industrial productivity, and daily life. Reliable electricity ensures uninterrupted operations, while good power quality maintains voltage stability and frequency control. Utilities focus on strengthening transmission networks, improving grid management, and integrating modern technologies to deliver consistent, efficient, and high-quality electricity to […]
POWER GENERATION CAPACITY FROM VARIOUS SOURCES – EQ
In Short : Power generation capacity comes from multiple sources including thermal, hydro, nuclear, solar, and wind energy. Each source plays a crucial role in meeting growing electricity demand while supporting energy security and sustainability. As countries expand renewable energy capacity and modernize conventional power plants, a balanced mix of generation technologies remains essential for […]