During the financial year 2023, the average cost of state electricity supplied in India was 7.11 Indian rupees per kilowatt-hour. Furthermore, that same year, the South Asian country was the third largest electricity producer in the world.
Short-term transactions on the riseÂ
The electricity market in India has seen significant growth in short-term transactions and power exchange activity. During the fiscal year 2023, the volume of short-term electricity transactions exceeded 194 terawatt-hours, which marked a four percent increase from the previous year. During the same time, electricity transacted through power exchanges was approximately 103 terawatt-hours, the highest number ever recorded. These trends indicate a more dynamic and flexible electricity market across the country.Â
Shift towards renewable energyÂ
In the fiscal year 2023, over 8.25 million Renewable Energy Certificates were traded on power exchanges, highlighting the country's commitment to sustainable energy sources. Moreover, India transitioned from being a net importer of electricity to a net exporter of electricity in 2023, exporting around 11 terawatt-hours. The shift shows the success of policies aimed at enhancing India's energy self-reliance and its potential as a regional power supplier. Â
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