India is set to witness a massive surge in renewable energy, with solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity projected to nearly quadruple to 509 GW by 2035-36. According to a new policy document, solar alone will dominate the clean energy mix, while total non-fossil capacity is expected to reach 786 GW.
India’s renewable energy roadmap highlights the country’s ambitious push toward sustainability and energy independence. With solar capacity nearly tripling to 155 GW in the near term, the long-term vision places solar at the heart of India’s clean power transition.
Solar Growth Trajectory
The policy document outlines that India’s solar PV capacity will expand from current levels to 155 GW in the short term, before scaling up to 509 GW by 2035-36. This growth reflects both government incentives and rising private sector investments in solar infrastructure.
Clean Energy Mix
By 2035-36, India’s total non-fossil capacity is projected to reach 786 GW, with solar accounting for the largest share. This aligns with India’s climate commitments and its goal of reducing reliance on coal while boosting renewable energy adoption.
Strategic Importance
The expansion of solar PV capacity will not only reduce carbon emissions but also enhance energy security, create jobs, and support India’s economic growth. The policy emphasizes the role of solar in driving sustainable development and meeting global climate targets.
Key Highlights
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India’s solar PV capacity to reach 509 GW by 2035-36
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Capacity to nearly triple to 155 GW in the near term
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Total non-fossil capacity projected at 786 GW
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Solar to dominate India’s clean energy mix
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Supports climate goals and energy independence
Sources: Policy document, Economic Times, Business Standard