Season 4 of The India Energy Hour Podcast is here. To kickstart the season, the hosts are here to give a primer on what all to expect in India’s journey towards energy transition. It is the year of general elections..Continue
Climate Action
COP28: Hits, Misses and Vested Interests | ft. Jacob Koshy
This year’s Conference of Parties (COP28), hosted in the oil-rich UAE, was full of ironies. There were apprehensions over the host, which has oil wells in its backyard. The COP28 President was the CEO of the national oil company. It..Continue
State of the Indian Energy Transition
India’s energy transition is central to global climate action. But where does India’s energy transition stand? What are the key challenges and opportunities in areas such as energy access, clean transportation and critical minerals. To understand the intricate dynamics of..Continue
From Star Rating to Efficient Fans: Why Energy Efficiency Matters
Energy efficiency in India has become an important focus due to the country’s growing energy demands, environmental concerns, and the need to reduce energy costs. Several initiatives and policies have been put in place to enhance energy efficiency across various..Continue
State of the Indian Power Sector
In India, the coal based electricity dominates the power sector. But the country has set ambitious renewable power targets. This will bring about many techno-economic and socio-political changes. For example, Indian state owned enterprises in the power sector may have..Continue
Changing face of India’s Green Energy sector
India’s green energy landscape has witnessed remarkable growth and transformation in recent years, positioning the country as a global leader in the clean energy transition. With a growing population, rapid urbanization, and rising energy demands, India recognized the need to..Continue
Path to Climate Justice in a Net Zero World
For years, multiple Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) have relied on integrated assessment models or IAM modelling pathways to achieve global net zero targets. The IPCC reports and IAM pathways have become key drivers of government policy on keeping..Continue
What will it cost to save the planet? | ft. Varad Pande
Climate financing in India is crucial for achieving sustainable development and mitigating the impacts of climate change. The government’s efforts to mobilize climate finance, along with support from international institutions are essential for achieving these goals. In order to understand..Continue