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Thematic Areas

Coal Transition

ACPET’s coal strategy integrates top-down policy direction with bottom-up field insights.
Through rigorous research and evaluation, we generate evidence that informs high-level decisions. We are committed to a just and economically sound transition from coal to clean energy that safeguards people, livelihoods, and national energy security.

Coal has been a cornerstone of India’s energy and industrial landscape, fuelling growth, employment, and fiscal revenues for decades. As India sets its sights on achieving net- zero carbon emissions by 2070, the role of coal is being reevaluated. However, phasing down coal must be planned strategically to avoid disruptions in electricity supply, economic activity, and livelihoods. .

India’s energy demand is poised to surge, driven by manufacturing corridors, AI and data centres, rural electrification, and urban expansion. Simultaneously, large-scale investments are planned in renewables, green hydrogen, nuclear, CCUS and advanced thermal technologies. As India moves towards attaining its Viksit Bharat and net-zero goals, a comprehensive transition policy for coal is required that balances energy security, economic development, and environmental sustainability.

Vision
ACPET’s vision is to work towards a just, secure, and economically viable transition towards clean energy, protecting livelihoods, and enabling inclusive growth while progressing toward India’s net-zero goals.

Objective

Our objective is to support policymakers, coal companies, local administration, and coal mine communities by

  • Developing a reliable “macro-economic approach” of coal transition in India.
  • Assessing social impacts of coal phase-down and developing re-purposing possibilities.
  • Designing and piloting socially acceptable mine repurposing frameworks that are tested and evaluated for informed policymaking.
  • Safeguarding employment, health, and livelihoods in coal-dependent regions through targeted reskilling, social support, and economic diversification programs.

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Coal Transition Outreach