IEX records 4% YoY growth in electricity traded volumes in Oct’24

Indian Energy Exchange achieved electricity traded volume of 9,642 MU in October’24, marking a 4% year on year increase. During the month, IEX traded 4.44 lakh renewable energy certificates recording a 105% year on year increase.According to government data published in October 2024, the country’s energy consumption reached 140.4 BUs, marginal increase of 1% compared to the previous year. The Market Clearing Price in the Day Ahead Market at Rs 3.92/unit during October 2024, declined 39%year-on-year. Similarly, the Market clearing price in the Real Time Market at Rs 3.77/unit during October 2024, declined 38% year-on-year. These prices present an opportunity for Discoms and Open Access consumers to replace costlier power through purchasing through exchanges.