India’s push for transitioning from fossil fuels to more sustainable forms of renewable energy will not lead results until reforms are done in power distribution and transmission companies. Elucidate.

India has an energy mix that is heavily tilted towards fossil fuels. Owing to the threat of climate change and international obligations, India is moving towards renewable energy. India is adopting renewable energy in order to: Meet commitments made under ..

Topics: GS-III: Infrastructure Energy Sector

India has significantly improved its position as one of the leading countries in the field of renewable energy. However, the contribution of coal-based power generation is not expected to go down substantially in the next few decades. Comment on the statement in the light of increasing demand for power in India.

India has diversified its energy basket with increased focus on renewable energy. However, coal-based power generation is still the mainstay of the power sector in India. Reasons for prevalence: Increased power demand. High demand for power from the industrial sector. ..

Topics: GS-III: Infrastructure Energy Sector

The use of Natural gas as an important primary energy source is rising and expected to increase further. Identify the various uses of natural gas and give a brief account of its distribution globally.

The natural gas is a clean fossil fuel and forms important constituent of India’s energy basket. Uses of natural gas: As fuel for power generation. As fuel for industries, such as fertilizers, plastics, etc. Usage in households as LNG in ..

Topics: GS-I: Distribution of Key Natural Resources Across the World • GS-III: Infrastructure Energy Sector

Highlight the role of public private partnership (PPP) and input-based distribution franchisee models in the power sector to handle the problem of distribution losses.

Input-based distribution franchise model is the incorporation of inputs and pre-determination of estimated scenario in preparing power purchase agreements (PPA). Benefits of PPP in power sector: Combines efficiency of private sector with infrastructure of public sector. Involves proper determination of ..

Topics: GS-III: Indian Economy Issues Relating to Planning • GS-III: Infrastructure Energy Sector

Highlight the need for promoting energy efficiency in India. Mention the steps taken by the government in this regard.

Energy efficiency refers to optimal utilisation of produced output with minimal wastage/ loss in its transmission or consumption. Current status: India is among top 3 consumer of energy in the world. Heavy reliance on coal (50%) and oil (20%) in ..

Topics: GS-III: Technology Missions • GS-III: Infrastructure Energy Sector

The infrastructure is considered as a key determinant of the economic development of a nation. In this context, highlight the issues faced in infrastructure financing in India.

Infrastructure is the key to quality of public life and level of economic activity in a nation. Characteristics (National statistical Commission): Public good High externality Non tradability of output High sunk cost Key determinant of economic development: Pillar of every ..

Topics: GS-III: Indian Economy Issues Relating to Planning • GS-III: Economic Growth Development • GS-III: Infrastructure Energy Sector • GS-III: Infrastructure Ports Roads Airports Railways