India's $80 billion coal-power boom is running short of water
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jun 09 2025
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Source: Reuters
Water Scarcity in Solapur: The district of Solapur in India faces severe water shortages exacerbated by the operation of a coal-fired power plant, which competes for limited water resources, leading to long waits for residents to access water.
Conflict Between Industry and Residents: As India plans to invest heavily in coal plants in water-scarce areas, there is growing concern about future conflicts over water resources between industrial demands and local communities, with many new projects planned in regions already classified as suffering from water stress.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
