India To Drive Global Energy Demand Over Next Decade: Report

India is set to lead global energy demand growth over the next decade, according to the IEA’s World Energy Outlook 2024. Despite aiming for net-zero emissions by 2070, coal will remain crucial in India’s energy mix, with 60 GW of new coal power capacity expected by 2030. The report projects significant increases in car ownership, construction, industrial production, and air conditioning use, driving a 35% rise in total energy demand by 2035.READ FULL