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(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:
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The National Solar Mission seeks to position India as a frontrunner in solar energy on the global stage.
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The Initiative has experienced remarkable expansion in solar power capacity alongside numerous policy measures fostering sustainable growth and energy security.
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Significant programs like PM-KUSUM and PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana enhance renewable energy generation and empower farmers.
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The ‘Make in India’ drive and the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme encourage local solar manufacturing.
Progress and Achievements
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India’s solar energy capacity has surged tremendously, hitting 94.17 GW by November 2024.
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Countless individuals in rural regions have reaped the benefits of solar energy, fulfilling their cooking and lighting demands.
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The Initiative has played a vital role in India's National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) and Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) goals.
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Competitive bidding for solar projects has led to unprecedentedly low solar energy prices.
Challenges
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The solar energy industry grapples with obstacles such as land acquisition, transmission infrastructure, power purchase agreements, and energy storage solutions.
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Collaborative strategies are essential to overcome these obstacles and guarantee the effective execution of policies.
Path for 2030
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Ensuring the integrity and dependability of solar products is vital for advancing solar energy development in India.
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State-level policies will be pivotal in meeting the government's renewable energy objectives.
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Focusing on solar PV cell production in India and minimizing dependency on imports is crucial for a resilient clean energy future.
Conclusion:
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The National Solar Initiative is revolutionizing India's energy framework, decreasing reliance on fossil fuels, combating climate change, and delivering sustainable energy solutions.
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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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