India’s Renewable Energy Breakthrough: Coal-Like Reliability at a Lower, Fixed Price
A recent 1,000 MW round-the-clock renewable-energy auction (FDRE-RTC-V) by the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) discovered a tariff of ₹5.25 per kilowatt-hour, fixed in nominal terms for 25 years. The auction establishes a new benchmark for firm renewable power in India and closely mimics the operating profile of a typical thermal power plant—delivering the most electricity during the evening, night, and early morning while backing down during solar-rich midday hours.
Heat Intelligence for Driving Action: Worker Protection to Resilient Cities
On September 10th, 2026, the India Energy & Climate Center (IECC) at UC Berkeley hosted the online launch of SHRAM (System for Heat Risk Assessment for Manual labor) and CHAITRA (City Heat Action Intelligence and Risk Atlas) — two decision-support tools and accompanying reports designed to strengthen heat resilience planning across India.
Electrifying Industrial Heat in India
On June 3rd, 2026, the India Energy & Climate Center (IECC) at UC Berkeley and Energy Innovation hosted a webinar on industrial heat decarbonization in India. Authors from both organizations present the report’s key findings — including why solar-powered electric heat is already cheaper than oil and gas for Indian manufacturers, and what policies can accelerate the transition. The presentation was followed by an engaging open Q&A session.