India explores use of gas-fired power to meet peak demand
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India explores use of gas-fired power to meet peak demand

India is considering using gas-fired power plants only during peak summer months to meet electricity demand surges due to high costs, an adviser to the power ministry said. Gas's share in power gener...

India is considering using gas-fired power plants only during peak summer months to meet electricity demand surges due to high costs, an adviser to the power ministry said. Gas's share in power generation has fallen to 1.5 per cent, down from 3 per cent in 2020, as prices ranged between $8 and $18 per million British thermal units. While coal still accounts for 75 per cent of India's electricity mix, the government has drawn up a plan to activate gas plants if needed, despite reducing their grid capacity.

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