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Source: This post on Status of Renewable energy in India has been created based on the article “India’s Renewable Energy Capacity Hits 200 GW Milestone” published in PIB on 15th October 2024.
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Recently, India has achieved a significant milestone in its renewable energy journey, as the country’s total renewable energy capacity surpassed the 200 GW (gigawatt).
Status of Renewable energy in India
1. Total renewable energy capacity surpassed 200 GW. Current renewable capacity stands at 201.45 GW.
2. Proportion of Renewable Energy: Renewable energy constitutes 46.3% of India’s total electricity generation capacity, which is 452.69 GW.
3. Sources of Renewable Energy:
| Sources of Renewable Energy | Capacity |
| Solar Power | 90.76 GW (largest contributor) |
| Wind Power | 47.36 GW |
| Hydropower | a) Large Hydro: 46.92 GW b) Small Hydro: 5.07 GW c) Biopower: 11.32 GW |
4. Leading States in Renewable Capacity:
Rajasthan: 29.98 GW
Gujarat: 29.52 GW
Tamil Nadu: 23.70 GW
Karnataka: 22.37 GW
5. Government Initiatives: Target of 500 GW from non-fossil sources by 2030. Key programs include National Green Hydrogen Mission, PM-KUSUM, PM Surya Ghar and Production-Linked Incentive (PLI)** schemes for solar PV modules.
6. Investment and Infrastructure: 100% Foreign Direct Investment allowed under the automatic route. Waiver of Inter-State Transmission System charges for specific projects until designated deadlines. Establishment of Ultra Mega Renewable Energy Parks for large-scale projects.
7. Regulatory Framework: Issued Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020 for net metering. Also, launched Green Energy Open Access Rules 2022 to promote renewable energy. Standard Bidding Guidelines for tariff-based competitive bidding.
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