Global & India Energy Briefing
By Team Newscript
August 12, 2025
India hits 50% non-fossil capacity five years early
NEW DELHI, Aug 12 — India’s installed electricity generation capacity from non-fossil fuel sources has reached 50 per cent — five years ahead of its 2030 Paris Agreement commitment. The portfolio includes 234GW from clean energy (solar, wind, large hydro), 8.7GW nuclear, and 242GW thermal. This milestone reflects strong policy measures such as the Production-Linked Incentive scheme, accelerated auctions, and substantial private investment from players like Adani Green Energy. Analysts note the symbolism: coal remains dominant in absolute terms, but clean capacity is expanding at unprecedented speed. With demand forecast to grow over 6 per cent annually through 2030, peak load management will re...