How Solar Power Is Shaping India's Path To Net Zero Emissions

India, with its growing population of over 1.4 billion and its rapidly expanding economy, faces a unique set of challenges.

- TANMOY DUARI

Among these challenges is the need for sustainable energy sources to fuel its development while addressing the critical issue of climate change.

In this context, solar power is emerging as one of the most important tools in India's pursuit of net-zero emissions by 2070. The country's commitment to renewable energy, especially solar, is playing a pivotal role in reshaping its energy landscape and steering it toward a greener, more sustainable future.

As of 2024, India is among the leading nations in terms of solar energy capacity, with more than 45 GW of installed capacity. The Indian government's ambitious targets, including the National Solar Mission, are setting the stage for exponential growth in the sector. The target for 2025 is to reach 100 GW of solar capacity, signaling an intense focus on scaling up solar power generation.