Coal Rules
Continued dominance despite growing challenges
India’s reliance on coal as the dominant source of power generation continues, with it accounting for about […]
Coal-based Power Generation
Coal Rules
Emission Crackdown
New technologies to comply with new norms
By 2030, India intends to reduce the emission intensity of its GDP by 30-35 per cent from […]
Better Load Response
Flexibilising TPPs for stable grid operations
The power sector scenario in India is changing significantly in line with the country’s commitment to explore […]
Intelligent Systems
Digital technologies for asset optimization
Digitalisation of power plants entails the use of sensors in power plant equipment as well as the […]
Enhancing Efficiency
R&M experience of coal-based power plants
The renovation and modernisation (R&M) of thermal power plants (TPPs) is undertaken primarily to equip existing units […]
Slowing Down
Coal-based power witnesses a slide in growth
Coal-based power continues to hold the highest share in the country’s installed capacity and total generation. However, […]
Compliance Concerns
TPPs unlikely to meet the deadline for emissions control
Most thermal power plants (TPPs) in the country are not geared up to comply with the revised […]
Coal Availability
Recent developments and policy initiatives
Coal-based generation continues to be the mainstay of the country’s power sector. In the past one to […]
Need for Flexibilisation
A paradigm shift in TPP operations
India’s energy mix has been rapidly changing with increasing renewable energy penetration in the grid. However, variability […]
TPP Upkeep
O&M needs, requirements and best practices
Coal-based thermal power stations (TPSs) still hold the majority share in India’s installed power capacity. A number […]
Fly Ash Utilisation
Concerted efforts needed for effective disposal
The disposal of ash, a by-product of power generation from coal-fired power plants, has been a key […]
Prudent Use
Water management measures in TPPs
Water is a key input in thermal power plants (TPPs) and finds a variety of uses, from […]