India has reached a major milestone in its clean energy transition by achieving 50% of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources in 2025, five years ahead of its 2030 target under the Paris Agreement. This milestone, confirmed by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy and highlighted by Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, marks a significant acceleration in India's renewable energy output, which has been growing at its fastest pace since 2022. The country now generates approximately 242.8 gigawatts (GW) from non-fossil sources, with solar power accounting for nearly half of this capacity. Despite this progress, coal generation has declined by nearly 3% but remains part of the energy mix. The achievement underscores India's commitment to sustainable growth and climate goals, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership credited for driving the green transformation. Additionally, India has surpassed other related targets, including achieving 20% ethanol blending six years ahead of schedule and having reached a 40% share of green energy in 2021. The government has set a goal of reaching 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to clean energy development.
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#India’s renewable installations saw record growth in the first half of 2025, giving fresh momentum to its 2030 clean energy goal. The country added 22 gigawatts of capacity during the six months through June, 56% more than a year earlier, according to data from the government’s
India’s renewable installations saw record growth in the first half of 2025, giving fresh momentum to its 2030 clean energy goal https://t.co/lvo4gO4lP7