India Reaches 100 GW Solar Power Capacity Milestone
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News? | India has achieved 100 GW of installed solar power capacity. In 2024, 15 GW was added, marking a 282% increase. Government initiatives like the PLI scheme (₹24,000 crore) aim to boost domestic solar manufacturing. India targets 500 GW renewable energy by 2030. |
| Solar Target (2015) | India set a goal to install 100 GW of solar power by 2022. |
| Solar Installed (June 2023) | 70.10 GW installed, with 55.90 GW under implementation. |
| Capacity Added (2024) | 15 GW in the first half of 2024, boosting total to 100 GW. |
| PLI Scheme | ₹24,000 crore allocated to develop 48 GW of solar equipment manufacturing by 2026. |
| India's Renewable Target (2030) | 500 GW total renewable capacity, with solar playing a major role. |
| Global Position | India is among the top solar energy producers worldwide. |