The story of Renewable Energy Growth in India
Renewable energy adoption is rapidly expanding, with installed capacity increasing from 81,593 MW in 2015 to 198,213 MW in 2024, driven by industry-led growth and reduced T&D losses
How will the PLI Scheme for Electronics Component Manufacturing Impact Renewables and EVs?
Overall, the new PLI scheme aims to generate Rs. 59,350 crore in investment, Rs. 456,500 crore in output, and create 91,600 new direct and indirect jobs
India May Fall Short of its 500 GW Renewable Energy Target by 2030
Closing this gap would require annual capacity additions in renewable energy to average 60% higher than 2024 or grow year-on-year at about 15%
Plastic Odyssey Launches New Phase to Combat Ocean Plastic Pollution
Through Plastic Odyssey Fund, the organization aims to scale up efforts to restore biodiversity in areas overwhelmed by plastic waste.
India’s solar energy shines at 100 GW
The solar energy sector has grown by 3450% since 2014, rising from a mere 2.82 GW to the current 100.33 GW as of January 31, 2025.
Why are National Renewables Targets Falling Short of Market Forecasts?
IRENA suggests a global tripling of renewables to at least 11,000 GW by 2030 to keep 1.5C within reach
$78 T Needed to Achieve Net-Zero and 1.5 C Warming
A new report says that decisive action is needed to achieve net-zero by 2050, as world is currently on path for 2.5˚C to 3˚C global warming
Despite 200GW Milestone, India’s RE Future Faces Import Headwinds
India’s RE target to reach 500 GW by 2030could be hindered by $30 billion in annual solar imports.
Is wind power regaining sheen?
Crisil predicts a 25 GW increase in wind power by FY 28, requiring Rs 2 lakh crore in capex
PowerElec Nigeria 2024 to Fuel the Country’s Energy Sector
Organized by Verifair, Dubai, and the Africa Solar Industry Association (AFSIA), the event will be held from February 20–22, 2024, at the Landmark Centre, Lagos.
“Inclusive” Dominated Budget 2024
Though being populist, Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Finance Minister, carefully and successfully has traded on the inclusive lines or, in simple words, kept it women (rural) centric.
First Solar to Power India Manufacturing Facility with Cleantech Solar PPA
American Solar Company, First Solar, Inc. has entered into a 15-year, captive Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Cleantech Solar.
