Prelims: Current events of national and international importance | Energy
Why in News?
Recently, according to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), India ranked 3rd globally in Renewable Energy Installed Capacity, surpassing Brazil.
India’s Commitment – Target of 500 GW non‑fossil capacity by 2030 under Paris Agreement NDC (Nationally Determined Contribution).
Types of Renewable Energy in India
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Types of Renewable Energy |
India’s Goal/ Target |
Achievements |
Schemes/ Initiatives |
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Solar Energy |
Major contributor to 500 GW non‑fossil target by 2030; expand rooftop & agricultural solar. |
150.26 GW installed |
PM KUSUM, Rooftop Solar Programme, PLI Scheme for Solar Manufacturing, Solar Quality Control Order 2025. |
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Wind Energy |
Expand onshore & offshore wind; strengthen manufacturing base. |
56.09 GW installed; India ranks 4th globally in wind turbine capacity. |
National Wind‑Solar Hybrid Policy, Vayumitra Skill Development Programme. |
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Hydro Power (Large + Small) |
Sustain 60 GW hydro capacity; promote small hydro in hilly & NE states. |
51.41 GW large hydro + 5.17 GW small hydro |
Small Hydro Power Development Scheme (2026–31), Green Energy Corridor. |
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Bio‑Energy |
Promote Waste‑to‑Energy, biomass, Compressed Biogas (CBG). |
11.75 GW installed; introduced performance‑based subsidies, Internet of Things monitoring, simplified documentation. |
National Bio‑Energy Programme, Jaiv‑Urja Mitra Skill Development Programme. |
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Geothermal Energy |
Pilot projects to assess viability; integrate into Renewable Energy mix. |
5 pilot projects sanctioned in 2025; National Geothermal Energy Policy launched (Sept 2025). |
National Geothermal Energy Policy (2025). |
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Nuclear Energy |
Maintain 9 GW clean capacity; part of non‑fossil mix. |
8.78 GW installed capacity contributing to clean energy share. |
Operates under Department of Atomic Energy; contributes to non‑fossil targets. |
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Green Hydrogen (Mission Mode) |
Produce 5 MMT Green Hydrogen by 2030; add 125 GW RE capacity. |
Green Ammonia; record low price; hubs at Kandla, Paradip, Tuticorin. |
National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM), SIGHT Programme for electrolyser manufacturing. |
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