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IEA sees India’s electricity demand rising 4% in 2025
By August 1, 2025August 1, 2025

India’s electricity demand is expected to rise by 4% in 2025, following a 6% increase in 2024, according to the Electricity Mid-Year Update 2025 released by the International Energy Agency (IEA). Growth is projected to accelerate to 6.6% in 2026, led by rising activity in the industrial and services sectors, and expanding use of air conditioning. Electricity demand growth by region (2020–2026). | Source: International Energy Agency, Electricity Mid-Year Update 2025. Licensed under CC BY…

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Nomura projects 7% CAGR in India’s power demand through FY27
By November 8, 2024November 8, 2024

Nomura has projected robust growth for India’s power sector, forecasting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 7% in electricity demand from FY24 to FY27. This surge is fueled by rising economic activity, increased electrification, and demand growth in emerging sectors such as data centres, electric vehicle (EV) charging, and green hydrogen production. Changing weather patterns, which have contributed to recent supply shortages, are also anticipated to drive demand. Electricity consumption is expected to…

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Global energy system faces rising risks amid geopolitical strains: IEA
By October 18, 2024October 18, 2024

The International Energy Agency (IEA) highlighted the vulnerabilities in the global energy system, exacerbated by regional conflicts and geopolitical tensions, in its World Energy Outlook 2024. The IEA underscored the need for stronger policies and investments to hasten the energy transition. Despite these challenges, the agency expects a relatively abundant supply of various fuels and technologies in the coming years, including oil, LNG, solar PV, and batteries. IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol noted that an…

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