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Coal Gasification Can Raise Indias Resource Security Amid Decarbonisation Uncertainties Report
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AI-generatedIndia's push for coal gasification aims to reduce import dependence for coking coal and natural gas, directly affecting the steel sector's input costs and energy security. The mechanism is regulatory/incentive-driven, with government schemes supporting domestic coal production and gasification. Impact is India-specific, benefiting domestic coal producers (Coal India) and gasification project developers, while reducing exposure to imported coking coal price volatility for steelmakers like Steel Authority of India.
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- India's steel sector projected to grow 7.4% in 2026 and 9.2% in 2027.
- 90% of coking coal currently imported, exposing industry to price volatility.
- Government aims to boost domestic coking coal production to 140 million tonnes by 2030.
- Ministry of Coal introduced Rs 8,500 crore incentive scheme in 2024 and additional Rs 37,500 crore scheme in May 2026.
- Coal gasification projects initiated by Greta Energy and Coal India Ltd.
No near-term impact on natural gas prices or import volumes from coal gasification in 1-4 weeks.
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