How States are managing the surging summer power demand
India is experiencing a significant surge in electricity demand, reaching a peak of 256.1 gigawatts on April 25. This increase is largely driven by factors such as household electrification and the use of air conditioners. States are managing this demand through long-term contracts and power exchanges, but face challenges including price volatility and inadequate distribution infrastructure.
- ▪India's peak electricity demand reached an all-time high of 256.1 gigawatts on April 25.
- ▪Approximately 85%-90% of the demand is met through long-term power purchase agreements.
- ▪States are using demand-side measures like time-of-day tariffs to manage peak demand.
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India’s electricity demand has surged earlier than expected this year, with peak demand touching an all-time high of 256.1 gigawatts (GW) on April 25. (The country followed up with higher records on May 19 and May 20). Nearly one-third of this peak demand was met through renewable energy (RE) sources. While the national grid held up without any shortage during solar hours, the non-solar hours saw a deficit of 2% (4,243 megawatts) on the same day.What is peak demand?Peak demand refers to the highest point of electrical power consumed on a grid over a specific period, typically a 15-minute interval. While peak demand is a single instant, it occurs during 2 to 4 hours of higher-than-average demand or ‘peak demand period’.
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