Coal vs climate: Can India power up with cleaner alternatives? | Energonomics Podcast with Richa Mishra | EP 01

In this episode of Energonomics podcast with Richa Mishra, we look into India's sulphur emissions norms at thermal power plants with R Srikanth, Professor & Dean at the School of Natural Sciences and Engineering, NIAS. The discussion uncovers critical insights on why sulphur might not be the real problem, and how India's low-sulphur, high-ash coal is being misunderstood. Are FGDs (Flue Gas Desulfurisers) necessary—or are they making things worse for climate and water use? Why isn't more focus on particulate matter? And what role can nuclear energy play in India’s transition from coal? Watch as we challenge the dominant pollution narrative with science, ground data, and policy analysis. Don’t miss the full conversation. #CoalIndia #AirPollution #FGD #ParticulateMatter #IndianEnergy #ClimatePolicy #NuclearEnergy