India, facing a significant drop in hydroelectric generation due to below-average monsoon rains, produced a record amount of electricity from coal in October. Despite substantial growth in wind and solar capacity, coal continues to play a crucial role in meeting the country's rising electricity demand and ensuring reliability. In October 2023, coal-fired generators produced a seasonal record of 111 billion kWh, a notable increase from 84 billion kWh in the same month of the previous year. The reliance on coal underscores the challenge of reducing emissions in the country, emphasizing the ongoing importance of coal in India's energy security

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