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India’s Energy Forecasts Are Falling Short And Climate Could Win

  • Solar lanterns, rooftop panels meeting more electricity needs
  • Traditional power producers facing more clean-energy rivals
Millions in India still are waiting to connect to the grid as routine power shortages often lead to blackouts. It may not be the traditional power companies that meet their needs.

Millions in India still are waiting to connect to the grid as routine power shortages often lead to blackouts. It may not be the traditional power companies that meet their needs.

Photographer: Prashanth Vishwanathan/Bloomberg

Those looking for a bright spot in the global warming picture might want to pay closer attention to India.

For several years, demand for electricity in the world’s second-most populous country has trailed forecasts, data compiled by India’s Central Electricity Authority show.