In Short : India added a record 7.8 GW of solar open access capacity in 2025, marking the highest annual addition in this segment to date. The surge reflects strong demand from commercial and industrial consumers seeking cost savings and sustainability goals, alongside supportive state policies and improved grid connectivity that continue to accelerate open […]
India Achieves Historic Solar Milestone with Record Capacity Addition – EQ
In Short : India added a record 36.6 GW of solar capacity in 2025, marking a 43% year-on-year increase and setting a new benchmark for clean energy growth. The achievement reflects strong policy support, falling technology costs, and rising investment, reinforcing India’s position as one of the world’s fastest-growing solar markets. In Detail : India […]
India Must Pivot Renewable Strategy from Capacity Addition to Grid and Manufacturing, Says MNRE Secretary – EQ
In Short : Santosh Kumar Sarangi, Secretary of MNRE, emphasized that India’s renewable energy focus must evolve from mere capacity addition to strengthening grid infrastructure and domestic manufacturing. He highlighted that integrating renewables efficiently, scaling battery storage, and boosting local manufacturing are critical to sustaining growth, ensuring energy security, and supporting India’s long-term clean energy […]
India Achieves Historic Milestone in Renewable Energy Capacity Addition in FY 2024-25 – EQ
In Short : India achieved a historic milestone in renewable energy by adding 25 GW of capacity in FY 2024-25, a 35% rise from the previous year. Solar energy led the growth, contributing 21 GW. Additionally, solar module manufacturing capacity surged to 74 GW. This expansion reinforces India’s commitment to sustainability, energy security, and reducing […]
Renewable energy capacity addition in India increases by 113 pc in 2024: Centre – EQ
In Short : India’s renewable energy capacity saw a remarkable 113% increase in 2024, according to the Centre. This surge reflects the nation’s commitment to transitioning to clean energy and reducing its carbon footprint. The substantial growth in solar, wind, and other renewable sources underscores India’s progress towards achieving its sustainable energy goals and combating […]
Renewable energy capacity addition tumbles 49% during Apr-Feb period
Though tariffs for both, solar and wind power, fell to historic lows of Rs 2.44 per unit, the lack of clarity in policies for the renewable energy sector affected fresh capacity addition Renewable energy capacity addition tumbled 49 per cent during April-February period of FY 19 to 6000 Mw compared with 11,800 Mw added in […]
