Hybrid, smart and sustainable power systems are key to India’s net-zero vision

Thermal power plants are increasingly being integrated into hybrid models, in which renewable energy supported by storage solutions works alongside conventional generation.

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To meet growing electricity demand and align with global climate goals, India is moving decisively towards cleaner, smarter, and more resilient energy systems. In line with this, power plants across the nation, both old and new, are evolving rapidly, integrating cutting-edge technologies, diversifying fuel sources, and embedding sustainability at their core to become future-ready.

Low-Carbon Energy Mix

Historically reliant on coal, which still accounts for nearly 70 percent of electricity generated, the Indian power sector is now shifting toward a more balanced and environmentally sustainable energy mix. In line with its commitments under the Paris Agreement and the goal to achieve net zero emissions by 2070, the country has set an ambitious target of installing 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030. This includes solar, wind, hydro, nuclear and bioenergy sources.

Thermal power plants are increasingly being integrated into hybrid models, where renewable energy supported by storage solutions works alongside conventional generation. These hybrid plants provide greater grid reliability and round-the-clock supply, which is especially vital in a country with growing peak electricity demand and a widening consumer base.

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