The Indian Energy Exchange ( IEX ) recorded a strong increase in electricity trading activity in January, with total traded volumes rising to 13,050 million units (MU), marking a 19 percent year-on-year growth.
The growth was driven by higher participation across market segments, supported by improved power supply conditions and increased demand from distribution companies and commercial and industrial consumers.
In the Day-Ahead Market (DAM), traded volumes stood at 6,182 MU, reflecting steady performance during the month. The Real-Time Market (RTM) continued to witness robust expansion, with volumes reaching 4,638 MU, registering a 52.8 percent year-on-year increase, underlining the growing importance of short-term power procurement.
Trading activity in the Green Market, which includes renewable energy segments, reached a combined volume of 832 MU, indicating sustained participation in green power transactions.
During January, a total of 23.91 lakh Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) were traded on the exchange, although REC volumes declined compared to the same period last year.
Market prices softened across segments amid improved supply liquidity. The average market clearing price in the Day-Ahead Market was around ₹3.86 per unit, while the Real-Time Market recorded an average price of approximately ₹3.72 per unit, both lower on a year-on-year basis.
The increase in traded volumes was supported by higher electricity generation from renewable sources such as hydro, wind, and solar, along with stable coal-based generation. Improved supply conditions enhanced liquidity on the exchange and encouraged broader market participation.
