Carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS) is emerging as a critical lever in the power sector’s decarbonisation strategy. In the near term, retrofitting existing coal- and gas-based power plants with CCUS can significantly reduce their […]
Effective operations and maintenance (O&M) strategies are essential for thermal power plants (TPPs) to ensure reliability, efficiency and asset value. Strong O&M practices can improve operating efficiency, cut emissions, reduce downtime, mitigate risks and maximise […]
Among water-intensive industries, the thermal power sector, with a share of 87.7 per cent, stands out as the single largest consumer, with far-reaching implications for both resource security and electricity generation. As a result, thermal […]
India’s power sector is undergoing a rapid transformation, with the increasing integration of renewable energy sources such as solar and wind into the grid. While coal currently accounts for around 47 per cent of installed […]
Thermal power generation holds a central place in India’s energy landscape, accounting for 49.74 per cent (243,789.62 MW) of the country’s total installed capacity as of July 2025. Industrial operations, infrastructure development and rural electrification […]
By Akhil Aggarwal, Vice President, Greenko Group India’s rapidly growing renewable energy capacity is transforming the electricity mix. As the share of intermittent renewables continues to rise, the need for despatchable clean energy becomes important. In […]
The hydropower segment is experiencing a significant transformation due to the adoption of advanced digital technologies. As utilities strive to enhance operational efficiency, improve system reliability and align with evolving energy market dynamics, the integration […]
India is rapidly expanding its renewable energy capacity, but this growth brings a critical challenge – how to store intermittent renewable energy. Pumped storage projects (PSPs) are now being recognised as a viable and scalable […]
Hydropower continues to play a critical role in India’s energy transition, offering a reliable and renewable source of electricity, with grid-balancing capabilities. As of June 2025, India’s total installed hydropower capacity stood at 54,480.21 MW. […]
Operations and maintenance (O&M) is a critical function in the life cycle of hydropower plants, directly impacting plant reliability, efficiency and performance. Structured and technology-driven O&M strategies are essential to minimise downtime, manage costs and […]
India’s power distribution sector is at a pivotal moment, as it faces growing energy demand and the need to modernise ageing networks. The sector aims to overcome several structural constraints that inhabit it. Technology is […]
Smart metering is driving a paradigm shift in the power distribution segment. With digitalisation and data-driven reforms at the core, the nationwide roll-out of smart meters – supported by intelligent meter data management systems (MDMS) […]
The Indian government launched the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) with the objective of enhancing the operational efficiency and financial sustainability of discoms. The scheme provides result-linked financial assistance to discoms, and is contingent upon […]
Improving the financial and operational performance of distribution companies remains a persistent challenge in the power sector. As per the Power Finance Corporation’s (PFC’s) latest report on the performance of state power utilities for 2023-24, […]
Electric vehicles (EVs) offer a cleaner and increasingly cost-effective alternative to conventional internal combustion engine vehicles. Their contribution to India’s net zero by 2070 goals expected to be significant. According to modelling estimates by the […]
India’s power sector is undergoing a transformation to meet growing electricity demands, facilitate renewable energy integration and modernise grid infrastructure. Supported by policy-driven initiatives, substantial investments and technological advancements, India is scaling up its transmission […]
Driven by the country’s ambitious expansion and modernisation of its power sector, India has one of the most dynamic and fast-growing transformer markets in the world. As of 2024, the Indian transformer market, which was […]
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