The power sector team supports the clean energy transition in India by examining and promoting the operational, financial, and environmental sustainability throughout the value chain of the electricity sector.

On the supply side, the team examines the economic and environmental impacts of thermal generation assets, the role of thermal generation in a renewable-rich scenario, and the integration of renewables into power systems.

On the distribution side, the team closely works with power distribution companies, regulatory bodies, civil society groups, and consumers to improve the billing and collection efficiency, optimise power procurement practices, improve targeting of subsidies, and support tariff and institutional reforms.

On the consumption side, the team is tracking the changing consumption patterns and behaviours through real-time monitoring and survey exercises, to design and scale-up interventions for demand-side management.

A key focus of the work is to improve data quality and accessibility pertaining to the sector. In February 2018, The Council set up its first project office in Lucknow to support the state's power sector reforms.