(GIST OF YOJANA) The National Solar Mission: Progress, Challenges, and the Path for Renewable Energy by 2030


GIST OF YOJANA : The National Solar Mission: Progress, Challenges, and the Path for Renewable Energy by 2030

FEBRUARY-2025

The National Solar Mission: Progress, Challenges, and the Path for Renewable Energy by 2030

Context:

  • The National Solar Mission seeks to position India as a frontrunner in solar energy on the global stage.

  • The Initiative has experienced remarkable expansion in solar power capacity alongside numerous policy measures fostering sustainable growth and energy security.

  • Significant programs like PM-KUSUM and PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana enhance renewable energy generation and empower farmers.

  • The ‘Make in India’ drive and the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme encourage local solar manufacturing.

Progress and Achievements

  • India’s solar energy capacity has surged tremendously, hitting 94.17 GW by November 2024.

  • Countless individuals in rural regions have reaped the benefits of solar energy, fulfilling their cooking and lighting demands.

  • The Initiative has played a vital role in India's National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) and Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) goals.

  • Competitive bidding for solar projects has led to unprecedentedly low solar energy prices.

Challenges

  • The solar energy industry grapples with obstacles such as land acquisition, transmission infrastructure, power purchase agreements, and energy storage solutions.

  • Collaborative strategies are essential to overcome these obstacles and guarantee the effective execution of policies.

Path for 2030

  • Ensuring the integrity and dependability of solar products is vital for advancing solar energy development in India.

  • State-level policies will be pivotal in meeting the government's renewable energy objectives.

  • Focusing on solar PV cell production in India and minimizing dependency on imports is crucial for a resilient clean energy future.

Conclusion:

  • The National Solar Initiative is revolutionizing India's energy framework, decreasing reliance on fossil fuels, combating climate change, and delivering sustainable energy solutions.

  • The Initiative’s achievements exemplify the impact of visionary leadership and collaborative efforts in propelling the shift towards a cleaner, greener world.

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