India, Feb. 23 -- Rising peak electricity demand is increasing system costs despite rapid renewable expansion

Demand flexibility and demand response can reduce procurement costs and improve grid reliability

Smart meters, regulatory reform and national coordination are crucial to scale implementation

Maharashtra's DFPO model signals a shift towards structured peak demand management

India's energy landscape is undergoing rapid transformation. While the country is witnessing increasing penetration of renewable energy (RE), it simultaneously faces the challenge of fast-growing peak electricity demand. Meeting this rising demand while ensuring uninterrupted power supply and grid reliability requires significant investment and results in a ...