Renewable energy of India

Renewable energy of India: Recently, India achieved a major milestone in its energy transition journey, with over 50% of its installed electricity generation capacity now coming from non-fossil fuel sources. This achievement comes five years ahead of India’s 2030 target under the Paris Agreement.

• Key Highlights : Solar capacity has seen a 4,000% increase over the past decade.

o Previous data (June 2025): Total capacity was 476 GW, with non-fossil fuels contributing ~49%

o Major  Policy Drivers: PM-KUSUM Scheme: Promotes solar-powered agriculture and feeder-level solarisation.

- PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana: Launched in 2024, aims to install rooftop solar systems in 10 million households.

- Solar Parks and Hybrid Renewable Policies: Enabled cost-effective, large-scale deployment.

- Wind Energy: Plays a major role in meeting peak demand in states like Gujarat and Tamil Nadu.

• India aims to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 and reach net-zero emissions by 2070 as part of its long-term clean energy goals.
• About Paris Agreement : A legally binding international treaty on climate change.

o Adopted by 195 Parties during the UN Climate Change Conference (COP21) in Paris, France, on 12 December 2015.

o Officially entered into force on 4 November 2016.

o Objectives: The primary goal is to limit the global average temperature increase to well below 2°C above pre-industrial levels.

- It also aims to pursue efforts to limit the temperature rise to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.