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Extreme heat helps push India’s power demand to new record

30 May , 2024   By : Debdeep Gupta


Extreme heat helps push India’s power demand to new record

The nation reported a maximum demand of 246 gigawatts on May 29, according to data published Thursday by the state-run Grid Controller Of India Ltd. That tops a previous high of 243.3 gigawatts reached last September.


India’s peak electricity demand set a new record as surging temperatures add to what’s already the fastest growth in consumption in any major economy.


The nation reported a maximum demand of 246 gigawatts on May 29, according to data published Thursday by the state-run Grid Controller Of India Ltd. That tops a previous high of 243.3 gigawatts reached last September.


Some power shortfalls have been reported across the country during evening periods — when solar generation isn’t available — though day-time demand has so far been met, according to the operator.


Faced with accelerating electricity demand as the economy expands and adds more energy-hungry industries, India’s government has ordered a fresh wave of coal-fired power plant capacity. That’s a decision that could jeopardize Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s targets to curb emissions in the world’s third-largest polluter.


Sales of power-intensive appliances like air conditioners during a scorching heat season have added to pressure on the energy system. Soaring temperatures in Delhi on Wednesday sent the capital’s peak electricity demand to an all-time high.


Abnormal heat is expected to continue in many regions in June, according to the India Meteorological Department.

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