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Qatar Tribune
17-07-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
India achieves 50% non-fossil fuel power generation capacity 5 years ahead of 2030 Paris agreement target
Agencies Mumbai India has hit a major clean energy milestone, achieving 50 per cent of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources, five years ahead of the 2030 target set under the Paris Agreement. According to official data, the country's total power generation capacity now stands at 484.8 GW, of which over 234 GW comes from non-fossil fuel sources, including solar, wind, large hydro, and nuclear. Union Minister for Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi shared the achievement on X, writing, 'In a world seeking climate solutions, India is showing the way. Achieving 50% non-fossil fuel capacity five years ahead of the 2030 target is a proud moment for every Indian. Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi ji's leadership continues to drive Bharat's green transformation - paving the path towards a self-reliant and sustainable future. #50PercentRenewables.' Prime Minister Narendra Modi reshared Mr Joshi's post, adding, 'This illustrates India's commitment and efforts towards building a green and sustainable future.' The BJP also celebrated the achievement on X, sharing a video that highlighted India's progress and recalled PM Modi's pledge at the COP26 summit in 2021. The PM had pledged to meet 50 per cent of its energy requirements from renewable sources by 2030, cut projected carbon emissions by 1 billion tonnes, reduce carbon intensity by 45 per cent from 2005 levels, and achieve net zero emissions by 2070. 'India's commitment to clean energy shines bright! India hits green energy goal EARLY!' the party wrote on X. In the first half of 2025, India's renewable power generation surged rapidly, the fastest since 2022, while coal-fired generation dipped nearly 3 per cent. The country added nearly 28 GW of solar and wind power in 2024 and 16.3 GW more between January and May this year. As of June-end, excluding large hydro, renewable energy accounted for about 184.6 GW. India missed its earlier 2022 target of 175 GW renewable capacity but has since accelerated efforts. The current target is 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030. Despite progress, fossil fuels still contributed to over two-thirds of the increase in power demand last year. India plans to expand coal-fired capacity by 80 GW by 2032 to meet growing consumption needs. A report from global think-tank IEEFA noted that the evening peak demand is still heavily reliant on coal. It recommended expanding energy storage and demand-side management to reduce emissions and price volatility. India's clean energy strategy now extends beyond just solar and wind to include nuclear, large hydropower, green hydrogen, battery storage, and emerging technologies.
Mint
14-07-2025
- Business
- Mint
Non-fossil sources now supply 50% power to India's national grid
New Delhi: India's non-fossil power generation has reached 50% of the overall installed power capacity well before the deadline, the Union ministry of new and renewable energy said on Monday. The milestone has been achieved five years prior to the committed timeline of 2030 under India's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) to the Paris Agreement. The total non-fossil capacity has reached 242.8GW, half of the total installed capacity of 484.8GW, showed data from the ministry. The non-fossil capacity includes 184.62GW of renewable power, 49.38GW of large hydro projects and 8.78GW of nuclear power capacity. Taking to social media platform 'X', the union minister for new and renewable energy Pralhad Joshi said: "In a world seeking climate solutions, India is showing the way. Achieving 50% non-fossil fuel capacity five years ahead of the 2030 target is a proud moment for every Indian." "Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi ji's leadership continues to drive Bharat's green transformation—paving the path towards a self-reliant and sustainable future," he added. The development gains significance in the backdrop of the government's target to install a total of 500GW of non-fossil capacity by 2030 and achieve net zero carbon emission by 2070. The ministry statement said that India's progress assumes greater significance in the global context and despite having one of the lowest per capita emissions globally, India remains among the few G20 countries that are on track to meet—or even exceed—their NDC commitments. "At international platforms such as the G20 and the Conference of Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, India has consistently advocated for climate equity, sustainable lifestyles, and low-carbon development pathways. By achieving the 50% non-fossil milestone well ahead of schedule, India further reinforces its leadership as a clean energy frontrunner, demonstrating that economic growth and environmental stewardship can go hand in hand," the ministry said. The ministry said artificial intelligence (AI) is set to emerge as the backbone of India's future energy infrastructure. AI will play a central role in demand forecasting, predictive maintenance, automated grid management, and system efficiency enhancement, it said, adding that with AI-driven platforms, rooftop solar, electric vehicles, and smart meters will function within intelligent energy marketplaces, enabling consumers to become active energy producers—so-called 'prosumers'. Demand forecasting is key as India has been witnessing record demand in the past three years. In May last year, the country's peak power demand touched 250GW, the highest ever. It is expected to hit 270GW this year. However, amid early onset of monsoons this year, demand has not hit new highs so far. In February, the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) issued an advisory on co-locating energy storage systems with solar power projects to enhance the cost efficiency and stability of the grid. With the solar and wind being intermittent sources of energy, they may impact grid stability. With these concerns in sight, the government is also making efforts to boost energy storage systems in the country.
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Business Standard
14-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
India reaches 50% non-fossil power milestone ahead of 2030 target
India has achieved 50 per cent non-fossil fuel-based power generation capacity of 242.8 GW out of the total 484.8 GW installed capacity, five years ahead of its 2030 target, Union New & Renewable Energy Minister Pralhad Joshi said on Monday. This assumes significance in view of India's commitment at international fora to increased non-fossil fuel-based power generation in the country. India has set an ambitious target of having 500 GW of renewable energy-based electricity generation by 2030. "Under the visionary leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri @narendrmodi ji, a major climate commitment has been fulfilled. India's total installed power capacity now stands at 484.8 GW, with 242.8 GW coming from non-fossil fuel sources -- a powerful testament to our green progress. This is not just a milestone -- it's a giant stride towards a greener, cleaner Bharat by 2047," Joshi said on X. "Historic Green Leap for India! India achieves 50 per cent on non-fossil fuel capacity -- 5 years ahead of its 2030 target." Achieving 50 per cent non-fossil fuel capacity five years ahead of the 2030 target is a proud moment for every Indian, he stated, adding that Modi's leadership continues to drive Bharat's green transformation, paving the path towards a self-reliant and sustainable future. PTI KKS 1.0.
Time of India
14-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
India achieves 50% non-fossil fuel power generation capacity 5 years ahead of 2030 target
India has achieved 50 per cent non-fossil fuel-based power generation capacity of 242.8 GW out of the total 484.8 GW installed capacity, five years ahead of its 2030 target, Union New & Renewable Energy Minister Pralhad Joshi said on Monday. This assumes significance in view of India's commitment at international fora to increased non-fossil fuel-based power generation in the country. India has set an ambitious target of having 500 GW of renewable energy-based electricity generation by 2030. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Elegant New Scooters For Seniors In 2024: The Prices May Surprise You Mobility Scooter | Search Ads Learn More Undo "Under the visionary leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri @narendrmodi ji, a major climate commitment has been fulfilled. India's total installed power capacity now stands at 484.8 GW, with 242.8 GW coming from non-fossil fuel sources -- a powerful testament to our green progress. This is not just a milestone -- it's a giant stride towards a greener, cleaner Bharat by 2047," Joshi said on X. "Historic Green Leap for India! India achieves 50 per cent on non-fossil fuel capacity -- 5 years ahead of its 2030 target." Live Events Achieving 50 per cent non-fossil fuel capacity five years ahead of the 2030 target is a proud moment for every Indian, he stated, adding that Modi's leadership continues to drive Bharat's green transformation, paving the path towards a self-reliant and sustainable future.
India Gazette
08-07-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Team India secures 588 medals at World Police and Fire Games, placed third
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], July 8 (ANI): Team India secured a total of 588 medals, including 280 gold medals, at the recent 21st edition of the World Police and Fire Games 2025 in Birmingham, Alabama, USA. Team India ranked third in the overall charts, behind the USA (1,354 medals, including 569 gold, 433 silver, and 352 bronze medals) and Brazil (743 medals, including 266 gold, 246 silver, and 231 bronze medals), as per the competition's website. India will be hosting the 2029 edition of the tournament in Ahmedabad. Recently in June, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced that Gujarat had secured the hosting bid for the prestigious international event. CM Patel called the development a 'big step' toward making Ahmedabad 'the sporting capital of India.' 'Proud moment for Gujarat! India has won the bid to host the 2029 World Police & Fire Games (WPFG) in Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar & Ekta Nagar, following a comprehensive bid presentation to the WPFG Federation in Birmingham, USA. This global victory reflects the visionary leadership of Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi and Hon'ble Union Home Minister Shri @AmitShah, and is a big step towards making Ahmedabad the sporting capital of India!' the Gujarat CM had posted on X. According to the official WPFG website, it is an Olympic-style competition for athletes representing law enforcement, firefighters, and officers from corrections, probation, border protection, immigration, and customs offices worldwide. Held biennially, the programme features over 60 sports as official games. The game is governed by the California Police Athletic Federation (CPAF), the Host City, & the WPFG Board of Directors. The first-ever edition of the competition was held back in 1985 in San Jose, California. (ANI)
