The study calculated the contribution of different renewable energy sources to achieving this goal. Solar energy is expected to be the major contributor, accounting for around 377 GW, followed by wind energy at 148 GW, hydro power at 62 GW, and nuclear energy at 20 GW.The report also identified several challenges in transitioning to clean energy, such as land procurement, timely grid connectivity and balancing, supply chain constraints, and untied capacity under central auctions.“We have set ambitious targets to increase the capacity of non-fossil fuels and reach net zero by 2070,” said Shripad Yesso Naik, Minister of State for Power and New and Renewable Energy, during the release of the study. “Our clean energy journey has been remarkable — from 76 GW in 2014 to 220 GW in 2025 of non-fossil capacity. Every state must leverage its unique RE potential. A clean grid must serve consumers efficiently while ensuring financial viability for discoms.”Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairperson of the Central Electricity Authority, also emphasized the importance of affordable energy generation and distribution. “Our policies must continually address the affordability of power, which drives industry and growth,” he said. He further highlighted the need for annual scientific studies to assess each state’s resources and requirements to tackle offtake issues.“Further, delivering RE targets must be a joint effort between the Centre and states. We need to consider the comfort of each state in buying power depending on demand patterns as well,” he added.
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