- India plans cross-border grid links to export 2,000 MW of renewable power.
- “One Sun, One World, One Grid” aims to unify regional clean energy systems.
- Linked grids may reduce energy costs and extend solar availability by 2.5 hours.
India is seeking collaborations with Singapore and various Southeast Asian countries to speed up the regional energy shift and improve energy security. As stated by Central Electricity Authority (CEA) Chair Ghanshyam Prasad, India aims to link power grids to effectively distribute renewable energy throughout the region.
A significant proposal includes a direct power connection between India and Singapore as part of the “One Sun, One World, One Grid” initiative, which seeks to establish a cohesive global renewable energy system. The project might expand to other Southeast Asian nations via Singapore. India intends to export electricity produced from solar, wind, hydro, and pumped-storage projects, aiming for an initial capacity of about 2,000 MW.
India has already installed more than 30,000 MW of renewable energy capacity in 2023 and anticipates hitting 40,000 MW by the conclusion of 2025. The nation's existing pumped-storage capacity is 240 GW, with intentions to increase it by an additional 60 GW by 2034. India targets 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047, aligning with its sustainable energy objectives.
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Specialists indicate that a linked South Asia–Southeast Asia grid might increase the daily availability of solar energy by almost 2.5 hours, decreasing reliance on energy storage and cutting electricity expenses. The International Energy Agency (IEA) reports that average energy prices in Southeast Asia may decrease from approximately USD 120/MWh to USD 80/MWh by 2050 as the use of renewables rises.
Simultaneously, Singapore is advancing intelligent energy systems, incorporating artificial intelligence and digital tools to promote low-carbon technologies. Jurong Island is undergoing a transformation into a center for clean energy and data center facilities. India’s initiative emphasizes its increasing role in regional clean energy collaboration and global sustainability endeavors.