Which State Becomes the Renewable Energy Powerhouse Of India?

Gujarat became the largest contributor of the Renewable Energy in the total Installed Capacity 42.583 GW by accounting 16.5% of the country’s total installed renewable energy. Gujarat sets the new milestone in renewable energy, contributing to India’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070 and reducing the dependency on conventional fuels.  

Gujarat becomes the renewable energy powerhouse of India. Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu top positions in solar and wind energy respectively, Gujarat’s integrated approach across wind, solar, and hybrid projects has pushed it to the forefront. Gujarat has advantage of the largest coastline and arid land patches to build massive energy parks to become the nation's green energy leader.

         Key Highlights of Gujarat’s Renewable Energy 

PHOTO | Gujarat continues to lead India’s renewable energy transition, contributing 16.50 per cent to the nation’s total renewable capacity with cumulative installations of 42.583 GW. The state ranks first nationwide in overall renewable and wind power capacity, second in solar… pic.twitter.com/11OUzy07Kg

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How Gujarat Became the Renewable Energy Powerhouse? 

Gujarat’s becoming a leader in the green energy sector is characterized by effective policy implementation and infrastructure development. Key highlights of include:

• Rooftop Solar: Gujarat leads the country in residential rooftop solar installations, making green energy a household standard.

• Energy Parks: The state has the Khavda Renewable Energy Park, which is set to be one of the largest hybrid renewable energy installations in the world.

• Wind-Solar Hybrid Policy: Gujarat was one of the first states to introduce a dedicated policy for hybrid projects, optimizing land use and grid stability.

• Investment Hub: Due to its "plug-and-play" infrastructure for industries, it has attracted the highest investments from both public and private energy giants.

• It also include the solar projects like PM-KUSUM for off-grid solar water pumps installation and PM Surya Ghar Scheme contribution the installation of rooftop installations.

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Top 5 Solar Energy Producing State in India

Gujarat leads the tally in total solar energy producing and other states are making significant strides in India's green transition:

1. Gujarat: 42.583 GW Largest in Rooftop Solar and 2nd in the Wind Energy

2. Rajasthan: Solar and Wind, home to the Bhadla Solar Park.

3. Tamil Nadu: Wind & Solar 

4. Karnataka: Solar Park  and Hydro energy.

5. Maharashtra: Wind, Solar & Biomass

Top 5 Solar Energy Producing State in Countries in the World

1. China 

2. United State of America (US)

3. India

4. Japan 

5. Germany

What is Solar Energy? 

Solar energy from the sun that is converted into thermal or electrical energy. Solar energy is the cleanest and most abundant renewable energy source available on the Earth. Solar technologies can harness solar energy for various uses, including generating electricity, providing light or a comfortable interior environment, and domestic source of fuel, commercial, or industrial use. Solar Energy harnesses through three ways such as photovoltaics, solar heating & cooling, and concentrating solar power.

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