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Why is India leasing out its petroleum reserves?

Apr 10, 2024
06:45
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Exploring the viability of strategic petroleum reserves for countries like India, the financial dynamics and shifting energy landscape, and India's innovative approach of leasing oil caverns to private companies for stable oil supply.
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  • Maintaining SPRs may not be economically viable due to high costs and limited benefits.
  • Leasing out SPR spaces to private oil companies can reduce maintenance expenses and optimize reserve management.

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India's Decision to Lease Petroleum Reserves

India has decided to build its first privately managed Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) by FY30, different from existing government-managed reserves. The cost of maintaining SPRs could outweigh their benefits, especially if oil is not released promptly during supply disruptions. Despite the US's large SPR capacity, historical releases haven't effectively stabilized oil prices, questioning the true value of SPRs in current market conditions.

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