Forecasting electricity consumption of India through nighttime satellite imagery.

ABSTRACT: Amidst a growing need for effective energy management, government policies increasingly rely on accurate electricity consumption forecasts to make informed decisions on renewable energy adoption. This study investigates the predictive capabilities of night light satellite imagery in forecasting electricity usage in India, aligning with Sustainable Development Goals 7 and 10. Utilizing data from the VIIRS satellite and NASA's Black Marble product, the research employs various LSTM models to analyse electricity consumption trends. Additionally, state-wise analyses have been conducted by applying k-means clustering to capture spatial consumption variations. By demonstrating the strong correlation between night lights and electricity consumption, the study emphasizes the utility of satellite i

SUBMITTER: R D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12463292 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature