The Economic Times

EL Nino to hit India's energy system harder than anywhere else in world: CREA report

India's energy system faces a significant El Nino impact, with reduced renewable power generation and increased demand for air conditioning. A CREA analysis predicts a potential 18 TWh generation gap, likely leading to a surge in coal-fired power and substantial CO2 emissions. The report stresses the urgency of accelerating solar and battery deployment to bolster grid resilience against extreme weather.