India Targets Higher Renewable Share And Emissions Cut By 2035

India’s updated NDCs aim to accelerate the transition toward clean energy while balancing economic growth. The targets include a significant expansion of renewable energy capacity and a sharper reduction in emissions intensity, reinforcing India’s role as a key player in global climate action.

Non-Fossil Fuel Expansion
The new NDC commits to raising the share of non-fossil fuel sources such as solar, wind, hydro, and nuclear in India’s total installed power capacity by 2035. This builds on the current trajectory, where nearly half of India’s electricity generation capacity already comes from non-fossil sources.

Emissions Intensity Reduction
India also targets a reduction in emissions intensity of GDP by 2035 compared to 2025 levels. This means lowering carbon emissions per unit of economic output, ensuring that growth is achieved with cleaner and more efficient energy use.

Key Highlights

• Cabinet approves updated NDCs extending to 2035
• Focus on increasing non-fossil fuel share in power capacity
• Targeting emissions intensity reduction vs 2025 levels
• Reinforces India’s commitment under the Paris Agreement
• Supports clean energy transition and sustainable growth

Sources: Press Information Bureau, COP30 updates, InsightsIAS