India Achieves Milestone with 30 GW of Green Energy in 2024

India set a new record by adding 30 GW of renewable energy capacity in 2024, marking a 113% increase from 13.75 GW in 2023, as reported by the MNRE. This remarkable growth underscores India’s commitment to clean energy, with the country targeting a 500 GW capacity by 2030.

India achieved a record addition of 30 GW in renewable energy capacity in 2024, according to the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE). This represents a 113% increase from the 13.75 GW added in 2023, showcasing the country’s rapid shift towards clean energy. This milestone is significant as India aims to reach 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. The remarkable growth highlights India’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and building a sustainable future.

Key Highlights

Record Renewable Capacity Addition in 2024

India added a record 30 GW of renewable energy capacity in 2024.
This marks a 113% increase compared to the 13.75 GW added in 2023.
India’s cumulative renewable energy capacity has now reached nearly 218 GW.

Significance of the 500 GW Target by 2030

India aims for 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030 as part of its climate commitments.
To meet this goal, the country needs to add an average of 50 GW annually over the next six years.

Government Efforts and Policies

The highest renewable energy capacity addition in a fiscal year was 18.48 GW in 2023-24.
The growth trajectory has accelerated since 2014, when the NDA government took office.
As of March 31, 2014, India had 35.84 GW of renewable energy capacity.

Minister’s Statement
Pralhad Joshi, Minister of New & Renewable Energy, highlighted that the increase from 13.75 GW in 2023 to 30 GW in 2024 reflects India’s commitment to a greener future. He emphasized the importance of exponential growth in clean energy to meet the ambitious 2030 target.

Collaboration Between BHEL and ONGC
BHEL (Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited) and ONGC (Oil and Natural Gas Corporation) have teamed up on renewable energy projects to accelerate India’s transition to green energy.

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