IEX reports 26% YoY growth in electricity trading volume for April 2025
The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) reported a monthly electricity traded volume of 10,584 million units (MU) in April 2025, reflecting a 26% year-on-year increase. This growth aligns with rising energy consumption across the country. According to government data, energy consumption reached 147.5 billion units (BUs) in April, representing a 2.2% increase compared to the same period last year. On 25th April 2025, the country's power demand peaked at 235 gigawatts (GW), exceeding the previous April 2024 peak of 224 GW.
Despite the higher demand, the average market clearing price in the Day-Ahead Market remained stable at Rs. 5.20 per unit, mirroring last year's rate. This price stability was supported by improved supply conditions.
Within the electricity market, the Day-Ahead Market recorded a traded volume of 4,231 MU in April 2025, a 3% rise compared to April 2024. The Real-Time Market showed significant growth, with a volume of 3,893 MU in April 2025, up 48% year-on-year. The Term-Ahead Market, which includes day-ahead contingency, daily, weekly, and monthly contracts, recorded 1,639 MU, marking a 28% increase from the previous year.
In the green energy segment, the Green Market—comprising the Green Day-Ahead and Green Term-Ahead Market—achieved a total volume of 782 MU in April 2025. This was a 95% increase from 402 MU recorded in April 2024. The weighted average price in the Green Day-Ahead Market stood at Rs. 4.07 per unit.
The Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) Market saw trading of 2.90 lakh certificates in April 2025. Trading sessions were held on the 9th and 30th of April, with clearing prices of Rs. 300 and Rs. 350 per certificate, respectively. The next REC trading sessions are scheduled for 14th and 28th May 2025.
Looking ahead, peak power demand for financial year 2026 is projected to exceed 270 GW. In preparation, the government has taken steps such as mandating the operation of imported coal and gas-based power plants and ensuring better coal availability. These actions are expected to support improved sell-side liquidity on power exchanges.
Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at BusinessUpturn.com
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