- Published on September 24, 2025
- In AI Features
India’s Gas-Powered Data Centres at Crossroads: Bridge Fuel or Wrong Turn?
Natural gas may seem a potential fuel for data centres, but higher costs and insufficient infrastructure pose challenges.
Image by Taylor Vick
- By Smruthi Nadig
As India’s digital economy evolves, hyperscale cloud providers, AI adoption, and rapid digitalisation are fuelling the growth. Yet, the sector faces a challenge: electricity needs.
Electricity demand is expected to rise by 60% by 2030, according to the Council on Energy, Environment and Water. To meet this, industry players are exploring natural gas as an option for round-the-clock supply.
Globally, gas is often called a “bridge fuel,” cleaner than coal or diesel, while still reliable. India is now testing this idea. Gas-powered data centres have been gaining attention as operators look for lower-carbon alternatives.
The Boom Behind Gas
A report in The Economic Times revealed that policymakers and industry groups are actively considering gas-based power plants
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Smruthi Nadig
Smruthi brings over two years of experience in reporting on the global energy industry. They hold a Master's Degree from the University of Leeds in International Journalism and a Bachelor's Degree from Christ University in Media Studies, Economics and Political Science.
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