Currently, an estimated third of the global population is under some form of government-imposed lockdown measure aimed at curbing the spread of COVID-19. These lockdown measures have had various negative economic effects and could decrease electricity demand (Business Insider 2020). This insight compares the effects of Saudi Arabia’s and India’s COVID-19 lockdowns on their respective electricity sectors.

Research Associate Yagyavalk is a research associate at KAPSARC. His research interests include analysis of energy policies, with a focus on alternative… Yagyavalk is a research associate at KAPSARC. His research interests include analysis of energy policies, with a focus on alternative fuels and their impact on energy security. He previously worked as a researcher, providing sustainable development and decentralized renewable energy system solutions to rural areas of north India. He holds a master’s degree in renewable energy engineering and management from TERI University, India.
Expertise
- Energy market
- Renewable energy transition and climate finance
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Renewable Energy Deployment to Stimulate Energy Transition in the Gulf Cooperation Council
Currently, an estimated third of the global population is under some form of government-imposed lockdown…
13th February 2021
Share of Road Transport and the Consumption of Diesel and Petrol in India
Currently, an estimated third of the global population is under some form of government-imposed lockdown…
6th January 2021