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Expert analysis on global energy transitions at @IISD.org. Advancing the transition away from fossil fuels, #RenewableEnergy scale-up, #JustTransition, fossil fuel subsidy reform, and more!
Half of India’s electricity capacity in 2025 came from non‑fossil sources.

Yet fossil fuels receive 5X more public 💰 than clean energy, while subsidies
⚠️strain public finances,
⚠️crowd out investment in cleaner technologies.

https://www.iisd.org/publications/report/mapping-india-energy-policy-2025
December 31, 2025 at 5:05 AM
An area the size of Türkiye was awarded for oil & gas exploration in 2025, the largest since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Yet, this is far below the peaks of the 2000s with signs of a structural decline as climate policies & shifting markets lower long-term oil & gas demand.
December 2025 | Carbon Minefields Oil and Gas Exploration Monitor
Despite investments in ongoing fossil fuel growth, countries are working to transition away from fossil fuels.
www.iisd.org
December 30, 2025 at 4:08 PM
🔎What were the headline trends in oil & gas exploration in 2025?
➡️Egypt + Brazil licensed new fields with the largest estimated reserves.
➡️U.S. + China spent the most on new exploration.
➡️Exploration rose since 2020, but is below its 2000s peak.

🆕 #CarbonMinefields: www.iisd.org/publications...
December 29, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Firm & Dispatchable Renewable Energy offers system-wide advantages for #India:
⬆️Energy security
⬆️Economic gains: +1.8% GDP by 2050
⬆️Job creation: 64,000 net new jobs
⬇️Exposure to volatile fossil fuel prices
⬇️Air pollution & public health costs

👉 www.iisd.org/publications...
@cstep-india.bsky.social
December 24, 2025 at 5:06 AM
📣What moments have shaped how subsidies are used & governed, & with 2026 on the horizon, what do trends signal for the road ahead?

Experts emphasize it's less about whether subsidies should exist but how to discipline & reform them to serve public goals. 👇
www.iisd.org/articles/exp...
December 23, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Canada has proposed a new pipeline—yet with oil demand set to decline, projects face serious economic risks.

Oil supply is expected to exceed demand by 4mn bpd in 2026. Providing subsidies risks building uneconomic projects at the expense of public 💰.
www.iisd.org/articles/dee...
December 22, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Gov'ts spend ➕USD 1tn /yr subsidizing fossil fuels. These measures strain gov’t budgets, distort markets, & ⬆️climate change.

Transparent & comprehensive inventories are a key step to reform but what should this look like?

Read our step-by-step guide ➡️ www.iisd.org/publications...
December 22, 2025 at 8:21 AM
In FY24, 83% of capital expenditure from India’s state owned enterprises still flowed to fossil sectors—coal mining, refineries, + oil & gas.

As #CleanEnergy accelerates, diversification is key to avoid locking in fossil fuel infrastructure.

New Report:
www.iisd.org/publications...
December 22, 2025 at 4:32 AM
When environment & health impacts are counted, Firm & Dispatchable Renewable Energy isn’t just cleaner—it’s a cheaper & more resilient choice for #India’s power future.

Coal’s true cost jumps from ₹4.65 → ₹13.19/kWh, while FDRE stays at ₹4.41–5.86/kWh.

New Report: www.iisd.org/publications...
December 20, 2025 at 7:41 AM
The Trans Mountain Pipeline:
⚠️Came online years late & overbudget
⚠️Continues to receive gov't subsidies

#TMX was not a profitable investment of public 💰. Before new pipelines are considered Canada must end subsidies & recoup TMX construction costs.
www.iisd.org/articles/dee...
December 19, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Subsidies distort markets & harm the environment, but they can also build green industries & protect people.

For the #GlobalSubsidiesInitiative's 20th anniversary, leading experts to highlight 5 trends that have shaped how subsidies are used & governed.

➡️ www.iisd.org/articles/exp...
December 19, 2025 at 4:55 PM
🆕 analysis of India’s energy policies shows how subsidy reform & targeted public finance can:
✅ Free up fiscal space to ⬆️ clean energy & grid investments
✅ Strengthen energy security & resilience
✅ Advance climate goals & social equity

📗@iisd.org
www.iisd.org/publications...
December 19, 2025 at 6:14 AM
Looking for extra fiscal space in 2026? An inventory of fossil fuel subsidies can help!

5-steps to get started!
1️⃣Whole of gov't approach
2️⃣Comprehensive scope & definition
3️⃣Appropriate method to measure subsidies
4️⃣Environmental & socio-economic lens
5️⃣Regular updates

📗 www.iisd.org/publications...
December 18, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Indonesia could save up to IDR 12 trillion/yr, ⬇️reliance on imported fuel, ⬆️public health, & unlock savings by accelerating a shift from subsidized LPG➡️electric induction cooking.

🆕 research outlines a scalable path for 🇮🇩’s #CleanCooking transition 👉 iisd.org/publications...
December 18, 2025 at 1:12 PM
What’s at stake in the Canada–Alberta energy deal?

In a 🆕 op-ed, IISD's Steven Haig warns the agreement risks putting a decade of climate progress in jeopardy.

"Good climate policy is good economic policy. This agreement threatens both. ” 👇
www.nationalobserver.com/2025/12/12/o...
Federal deal with Alberta risks Canada’s climate competitiveness
The MOU risks dismantling our hard-won federal climate protections and derailing our climate competitiveness strategy before it even gets off the ground.
www.nationalobserver.com
December 16, 2025 at 6:25 PM
How have fossil fuel subsidies in #India changed over the past decade?

In FY 2024, India’s fossil fuel subsidies fell to INR 94,248 crore (USD 11 bn) — a 12% drop from last year and a 70% decline since FY 2014.

New report: https://www.iisd.org/publications/report/mapping-india-energy-policy-2025
December 16, 2025 at 10:27 AM
⏰Starting in 1hr—How much does 🇮🇳 spend supporting energy ➕ how is this divided between fossil fuel & clean sources?

Join us to explore findings from our 🆕 report with speakers including policy-makers, civil society, & industry leaders, & more!

Last chance to register
www.iisd.org/events/power...
December 16, 2025 at 8:30 AM
#India’s clean energy subsidies rose 31% in FY2024 to nearly USD 3.9 billion.

Increasing financial support & clean energy investment can help strengthen public finances & support energy security goals. 👏

New report:
https://www.iisd.org/publications/report/mapping-india-energy-policy-2025
December 16, 2025 at 6:31 AM
New Report | #India’s electricity subsidies hit an all-time high of USD 25 billion in FY24.

This marks an 18% jump despite electricity demand growing only 7%. Reforming subsidies to target vulnerable groups can free up 💰 for grid modernization & clean energy.
More 👇
www.iisd.org/publications...
December 16, 2025 at 4:04 AM
Webinar—#India’s energy policies are undergoing an important shift.

Join us tomorrow for a closer look at:
⚖️ Gov't support for energy in India,
🤝 What's needed to steer subsidies, budgets, & public investments to a more sustainable energy future.

Register now:
www.iisd.org/events/power...
December 15, 2025 at 3:45 AM
📣Next Week—New research examines #India's energy policies & the public financial flows that support & underpin them.

Join us for a first look at the 🔑 findings from the report & delve into the role budgets play in the clean energy transition.

Register now 👉 www.iisd.org/events/power...
December 13, 2025 at 4:48 AM
In November, #Canada & #Alberta announced a framework for a new pipeline—but is this in the public interest?

Lessons from TMX warn projects should be assessed for economic & environmental risks + need consultation with Indigenous Peoples.

Learn more 👇
iisd.org/articles/dee...
December 12, 2025 at 5:40 PM
#India needs affordable energy solutions that deliver 24/7 reliable power.

Firm & Dispatchable Renewable Energy can supply clean electricity, boost #EnergySecurity, & reach cost parity with new thermal by 2030

New Report:
https://www.iisd.org/publications/report/india-budgeting-for-net-zero-fdre
December 9, 2025 at 1:33 PM
⏰Starting in 1hr—firm & dispatchable renewable energy is a key contender to replace coal as India looks to ⬆️ affordable electricity & energy security, amid ⬆️ demand.

Join gov't, civil society, & industry speakers to explore priorities for India’s evolving power market.
www.iisd.org/events/fossi...
December 9, 2025 at 5:30 AM
📣Tomorrow—In India's evolving energy market, how can firm & dispatchable renewable energy help meet ⬆️demand.

Explore our 🆕 report + join the discussion with speakers from @cstep-india.bsky.social, CEEW, the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, & more!

Register now 👇
www.iisd.org/events/fossi...
December 8, 2025 at 4:33 AM