A report by Prayas and the All India Discoms Association outlines a roadmap for Indian electricity distribution companies to enhance demand forecasting. Current methods are inadequate due to evolving consumption patterns. The recommended three-stage framework incorporates broad company-level analysis, geographic feeder assessments, and consumer-level insights, utilizing existing data to improve efficiency and planning.

India added 26,342.06 MW of new solar photovoltaic capacity in the first half of 2026, with Gujarat leading at 7,690.64 MW. Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu followed. Cumulatively, India reached 162,152 MW, largely dominated by these three states. Solar energy adoption shows steady growth, supporting the country's renewable energy goals.

India's power transmission sector is poised for growth to meet rising electricity demands and clean energy goals, necessitating a significant network expansion. Despite recent challenges in project execution, a recovery in FY2026 saw substantial infrastructure additions. A detailed development plan targeting 900 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by FY2036 is underway, requiring significant investments.

A study from Oak Ridge National Laboratory reveals that how grid-scale battery energy storage systems are operated affects their aging and performance. Researchers developed a high-performance computing framework to simulate battery degradation, showing that operating conditions and system design influence battery health. This could improve BESS durability and cost-effectiveness, paving the way for advanced energy storage solutions.