India's Renewable Future: Meeting 2032 Power Demand Without New Coal Plants

Oct 29, 2025 08:03 pm CST

A comprehensive study by energy think tank Ember reveals that India can fully meet its 2032 electricity demands without building additional coal plants beyond those already under construction. As renewable energy with storage becomes more affordable and reliable, new coal investments risk becoming economically unsound, potentially leading to underutilized assets and higher electricity costs for consumers.