India is rapidly moving towards sustainable power by investing in renewable sources like solar, wind, hydropower, and biomass. This shift not only helps the environment but also reduces dependence on fossil fuels. In 2024–25, India made record progress in renewable energy and emerged as a global leader in sustainable development.

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🔑 What is Sustainable Power?

Sustainable power means producing electricity from sources that are renewable, eco-friendly, and long-lasting. Examples include:

• 🌞 Solar Power – Energy from the sun

• 💨 Wind Power – Energy from moving air

• 💧 Hydropower – Energy from flowing water

• 🌱 Biomass & Biofuels – Energy from plants and organic waste

These sources ensure that future generations have access to clean and reliable energy.

📌 Learn more from the official Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).

⚡ India’s Renewable Energy Achievements (2024–25)

India reached several important milestones:

• ✅ Added 25 GW of renewable energy capacity, the highest in a single year.

• ✅ Solar power grew fastest, adding nearly 21 GW.

• ✅ Total non-fossil fuel capacity: 217.6 GW (Jan 2025).

• ✅ Target: 500 GW renewable energy by 2030, as per India’s Paris Agreement commitments.

👉 Related: Check our Current Affairs 2025 Archive for more important updates.

🏞️ Major Renewable Energy Projects in India

1. Gujarat Hybrid Renewable Energy Park (Khavda, Kutch)

   • World’s largest renewable project.

   • Capacity: 30 GW solar + wind energy.

   • Includes 14 GWh battery storage.

2. Wind Energy States

   • Gujarat – ~12.5 GW

   • Tamil Nadu – ~10 GW

   • Karnataka & Maharashtra – strong contributors

3. International Solar Alliance (ISA) – A global initiative led by India to promote solar energy worldwide.
   👉 Visit the official ISA website for updates.

🏛️ Government Schemes Supporting Green Energy

The government has launched several schemes to promote sustainable power in India:

• 🌞 PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana – Rooftop solar for 1 crore households.

• 🚜 PM KUSUM Scheme – Solar-powered irrigation pumps for farmers.

• 💧 National Green Hydrogen Mission – Target of 5 million tonnes of green hydrogen by 2030.

• 🔌 Green Energy Corridor Project – Better transmission lines for renewable energy.

📌 Source: National Green Hydrogen Mission – PIB

📊 Quick Facts & Data

💡 Why Important for Exams?

• UPSC GS Paper 3 – Questions on environment, energy, climate change.

• SSC & Banking – GK questions on renewable targets.

• State PSC & Railways – Current affairs on government schemes.

👉 Take our GK Quiz on Renewable Energy to test yourself.

📝 Practice GK Questions

1. What is India’s renewable energy target for 2030?
   👉 500 GW

2. Which state leads in wind power capacity?
   👉 Gujarat (~12.5 GW)

3. Name the world’s largest hybrid renewable energy park.
   👉 Gujarat Hybrid Park (Khavda, Kutch)

4. When was the National Green Hydrogen Mission launched?
   👉 2023

5. How much renewable capacity was added in 2024–25?
   👉 25 GW

✅ Conclusion

India is making fast progress in sustainable power, with mega projects like the Gujarat Hybrid Park and policies like the Green Hydrogen Mission. With a target of 500 GW renewable energy by 2030, India is becoming a global leader in clean energy.

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👉 For detailed policies, check MNRE Official Website.