From Sustainable Oasis
Insights
Perspectives on energy procurement, regulation, and India's transition to smarter power.

BESS
The BESS Business Case for Indian Industry in 2026: What the Numbers Actually Say
BESS auction tariffs fell 80% in two years. LFP prices crossed below $100/kWh in 2024. This piece builds the business case from first principles — and names four conditions that make BESS viable.
8 min read

IEX & Markets
DAM vs TAM vs RTM: Which IEX Market Should a C&I Buyer Actually Use?
IEX now has Day-Ahead Market, Term-Ahead Market, and Real-Time Market. Most C&I buyers know only DAM. The right answer depends entirely on your load profile and scheduling flexibility.
7 min read

Regulation
The Real Cost of Open Access in India: Why the Exchange Price Is Never What You Pay
Most C&I buyers look at IEX prices and assume that is their landed cost. This piece unpacks every charge stacked on top: wheeling, transmission, cross-subsidy surcharge, scheduling fees etc.
6 min read