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Electricity consumption in India increased by 11% year-on-year in September 2026, reaching 162 billion units. This surge in demand, coupled with a 16% drop in hydro output, led to a 60% decrease in coal stocks at power plants.
India's upcoming National Strategy for Sustainable Secondary Steel (NSSS) aims to support decarbonization measures in the secondary steel sector, addressing financial and technological barriers for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The strategy will focus on renewable energy integration, material efficiency, and alternative fuels.
NTPC plans to expand its non-fossil fuel energy capacity by initiating feasibility studies for nuclear power projects in additional states, including Uttar Pradesh. The company aims to establish 30 GW of nuclear capacity by 2047, contributing to India's national target of 100 GW.
Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy Shripad Yesso Naik emphasized that the success of artificial intelligence (AI) in the power sector will be measured by tangible improvements rather than algorithmic complexity. He highlighted AI's potential in predicting equipment failures and managing complex power systems.
India aims to reach approximately 800 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2035-36, according to the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) Chairperson Ghanshyam Prasad. The country's installed renewable energy capacity has already surpassed 300 GW, reaching 308 GW.
A recent survey by the NetZero Energy Transition Association (Netra) indicates that non-lithium energy storage technologies, such as sodium-ion batteries, could reduce India's battery storage import dependence to 50-52% by 2035. Currently, 89-91% of battery storage systems and lithium-ion batteries are imported, leading to supply shocks and price volatility.
India's data center industry is increasingly relying on advanced battery systems to manage power fluctuations, optimize grid consumption, and integrate renewable energy sources.
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India aims to increase its nuclear power capacity to 100 GW by 2047, requiring an investment of ₹15 lakh crore to add 91 GW. This expansion will involve significant private sector participation, following recent legislative changes allowing private and foreign companies into the nuclear power sector.
India is developing a new policy for data centers to address growing concerns over electricity consumption and its potential impact on consumer costs. The initiative aims to manage the sector's rapid growth, which the government views as a significant economic opportunity.
India plans to expand the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in its power sector to improve grid reliability, resilience, and security. This initiative supports the country's growing electricity generation capacity, particularly from renewable sources, and aims to enhance grid management and service delivery.
NTPC Chairman and Managing Director Gurdeep Singh emphasized the need for affordable, reliable electricity in India, advocating for increased investment in energy storage, grid flexibility, and domestic technologies. He highlighted the importance of developing a domestic manufacturing ecosystem for power sector components to reduce import dependence and enhance energy security.