📰 IEX Reports 7.7% Growth in July Electricity Trading Volume ⚡📈

⚡ **Indian Energy Exchange (IEX)** reported a **monthly electricity traded volume of 13.53 billion units (BU)** in **July 2026**, marking a **7.7% year-on-year (YoY)** increase. The exchange also traded **7.11 lakh Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)** during the month, although REC volumes declined **56.3% YoY**. 📊 India's power demand remained robust, with **energy consumption rising 10.9% YoY to 170.70 BU** in July 2026. Higher electricity demand led to stronger buying activity, pushing the **Day-Ahead Market (DAM) clearing price** up **19.3% YoY to ₹4.99 per unit**, while the **Real-Time Market (RTM)** clearing price increased **15.1% YoY to ₹4.41 per unit**. 🚀 The **Real-Time Market (RTM)** posted a strong performance, with traded volumes rising **10.2% YoY to 5.63 BU**. Meanwhile, the **Term-Ahead Market (TAM)** nearly doubled, surging **93.4% YoY** to **1.77 BU**, highlighting growing demand for short-term power contracts. 🌱 The **Green Market** recorded **1.04 BU** in traded volume, up **0.9% YoY**, while REC prices remained firm despite lower supply. 📈 The strong growth in electricity trading volumes reflects rising power demand and reinforces IEX's position as India's leading energy exchange. Disclaimer: This article is based on the company's official media release and is for informational purposes only. $IEX