Renewable Energy

India ranks 4th in wind power, 5th in overall renewable power, and 6th in solar power installed capacity, globally.

Last updated: June 1, 2020

India is planning to set up 500 GW of new renewable energy generation capacity by 2030.

90GW

of renewable capacity in India as of November 2020.

30-40%

Projected rise in non-fossil power capacity by 2030.

US$0.0334/unit

solar tariff offers strong uptake opportunities

10%

renewable energy mandatory in 100 Smart Cities

450GW

renewable energy capacity being aimed by 2030.

116.8GW

installed renewable power capacity (grid interactive) in India as of July 2018.

ISA

International Solar Alliance to install 1,000 GW capacity worldwide by 2030.

15,820 TWh

to be India's energy demand by 2040, with a sizeable chunk coming from renewable energy.

1,096 GW

of renewable power potential in India from commercially exploitable sources.

4th

rank among the 40 Renewable Energy Country Attractiveness Index 2017.

100%

FDI allowed under automatic route for renewable energy generation and distribution projects.

Modifications in Scheme for Development of Solar Parks and Ultra Mega Solar Power Projects

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has formulated a scheme to set up number of solar parks across various states in the country, each with a capacity of generally above 500 MW.
Guidelines for Tariff Based Competitive Bidding Process for Procurement of Power From Grid Connected Wind Solar Hybrid Projects

The Ministry issued Wind-Solar Hybrid Policy on 14.05.2018 (along with its amendment on 11.10.2018) with the objective to provide a framework for promotion of large grid connected wind-solar PV hybrid system for optimal and efficient utilization of transmission infrastructure and land, reducing the variability in renewable power generation and achieving better grid stability.

National Offshore Wind Energy Policy

Over 8.7 GW offshore wind capacity has already been installed around the world and approximately an equal capacity is under construction.

National Policy on Biofuels

The endeavour of this policy to facilitate and bring about optimal development and utilization of indigenous biomass feedstocks for production of biofuels, which could contribute in providing energy security.
Draft Model Regulation for Grid Interactive Distributed Renewable Energy Sources

The distribution licensee, within three months of the date of notification of these Regulations, shall modify its existing billing infrastructure to facilitate the metering arrangements as envisaged under these Regulations.

Generation-based Inventive

Generation Based Incentive (GBI) was announced for Grid Interactive Wind and Solar Power Projects with the main aim to broaden the investor base, facilitate the entry of large Independent Power Producers and to provide level playing field to various classes of investors.
Extension of the Programme on Energy from Urban, Industrial, Agricultural Wastes, Residues and Municipal Solid Waste (2019-20)

Issued on June 17, 2020 the request calls for the extension of the Programme on Energy from Urban, Industrial, Agricultural Wastes, Residues and Municipal Solid Waste (2019-20) till March 31, 2021.
PLIs announced as part of Aatmanirbhar Bharat 3.0

Production Linked Incentives for ten sectors have been announced as part of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat 3,0 stimulus package.

National Institute of Solar Energy

information.nise@gmail.com

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National Institute of Solar Energy, an autonomous institution of Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), is the apex R&D institution in the field solar energy.

Solar Energy Corporation of India

corporate@seci.co.in

+91-11- 71989236

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The state-run agency drives implementation of grid connected solar roof-top schemes, among others.

India Energy Storage Alliance

contact@indiaesa.info

+91-9699719818

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IESA promotes Electric Energy Storage (EES) and microgrid technologies and their applications in India.

Indian Wind Power Association

iwpahq@windpro.org

+91-44 - 4550 4036

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Supports wind power development and creation of an enabling regulatory and policy environment for investments in this sector.

India Renewable Energy Development Agency

cmd@ireda.in

+91-11-26717400 - 26717412

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To give financial support to specific projects and schemes for generating electricity and / or energy through new and renewable sources and conserving energy through energy efficiency.

Skill Council for Green Jobs

info@sscgj.in

+91-11-41792866

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Mission: To identify skilling needs of service users as well as manufacturers/ service providers, within Green Businesses sector.

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

investment opportunities

  • US$1.3bn allocated for building 50 solar parks of 40 GW by 2020.
  • Programme to upgrade watermills and micro hydro projects.
  • Renewable energy storage units design and manufacturing.
  • Investments in provision of solar pumps for agriculture and irrigation.
  • Renewable power driven transport systems and infrastructure.
  • Investment of up to US$100bn in renewable energy over next 7 years.
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