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El Niño Drives Asian Hydropower Decline, Boosts Coal & LNG Reliance
South Asia, Southeast Asia · Weather|operations · Jun 30, 2026
Hydropower generation in key Asian markets, particularly India and Vietnam, fell significantly in June 2026 due to El Niño-linked drought, forcing increased reliance on coal and LNG for power generation. This trend is expected to continue through Q3 2026, impacting regional energy mixes.
