Maharashtra has formed a high-level committee led by former Atomic Energy Commission chairman Anil Kakodkar to assess data centres’ environmental, infrastructural and socio-economic impacts. The panel will recommend sustainable practices, water conservation measures and policy guidelines, submitting its report within three months
Hyderabad is set to host one of the country’s largest data centres with a 1-GW capacity, promising a major technology push and thousands of jobs. However, the project has triggered concerns over its massive electricity and water requirements, with experts warning of environmental strain in a city already facing resource challenges.
India’s peak electricity demand hit 255.85 GW, nearing record highs due to severe heatwave conditions increasing air conditioner usage. The Ministry of Power reports rising consumption, with demand expected to approach 270 GW amid continued extreme summer temperatures
India’s peak electricity demand hit 255.85 GW, nearing record highs due to severe heatwave conditions increasing air conditioner usage. The Ministry of Power reports rising consumption, with demand expected to approach 270 GW amid continued extreme summer temperatures
India’s peak electricity demand hit a record 256.11 GW amid an intense heatwave, driven by rising cooling needs. The India Meteorological Department warns of worsening heat conditions, with demand expected to touch 270 GW this summer
Telangana power utilities successfully met a record peak electricity demand of 18,139 MW on Tuesday morning without any interruption. Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka hailed the achievement as a reflection of the state’s economic growth and operational efficiency.
Minister of Panchayat Raj and Rural Development Errabelli Dayakar Rao on Monday said Telangana had become the leading state in electricity consumption across the country.
The power demand which was between 7,800 MW to 9,200 MW last December, has increased to 11,100 MW this year and is likely to cross 15,000 MW in March next year.
