Power Sector Boosting Coal Demand in India

According to our report “Indian Coal Industry Forecast to 2013”, increased power demand due to economic development and rising population has made the coal industry to supply major portion of the coal to the power industry. Power industry accounts for the major portion of the overall coal demand followed by cement and steel. Moreover, with rising demand of the power sector and increase in steel and other sector output, the overall demand for coal is anticipated to increase in coming years. It is expected that, the domestic coal demand in the country will surge at a CAGR of around 11% during FY 2011 FY 2013.

 

Increase in production capacity for energy generation by thermal power industry has boosted the coal demand in the country. Indian economy is expected to grow at the rate of over 8% annually thus, raising the demand for energy in coming years. Moreover, the Indian government’s decision to increase per capita availability of power to over 1,000 units by 2011-12 will definitely boost up the energy demand and production.

 

The report provides intensive details of the coal reserves by type and company. It also covers domestic coal consumption and production, and found that the coal produced in the country is mainly of high ash content and of non-coking type, which is primarily used in Power and Cement sectors. The report analyzes coal prices according to the Grades allocated by the government. It also covers industry potential of producing coal bed methane and coalmine methane, along with their future prospects. Apart from this, prevailing and future industry trends are also covered in the report.

 

Additionally, “Indian Coal Industry Forecast to 2013”, covers the performance of existing coal washeries with current production level and coal supply in the domestic market. Import figures and raw coal transportation matrix is also discussed in the report. Besides, detail information about the government initiatives taken to enhance coal production is covered in the report. Due consideration has been given to the key players to enable clients understand market share, performance highlights, and growth potential in near future.

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