India's clean energy news
India's clean energy newsroom
Solar
View all →
Community Solar Via DISCOMs: A New Urban Energy Model
A Saur Energy column argues that DISCOM-mediated community solar could unlock rooftop potential in Indian cities.
Vikram Solar Wins 400 MW Module Order for Maharashtra Farm Solar Projects
The Kolkata-based manufacturer will supply modules for agricultural solar installations in Maharashtra, according to Saur Energy.
India's energy shift: from oil imports to solar exports
As global oil demand peaks, India is betting big on solar manufacturing and renewables, but challenges remain.
Wind
View all →
Tamil Nadu Wind Output Falls 22% in Q1 2025; Grid Seeks Storage Fix
A sharp drop in wind power generation during the first quarter of 2025 has pushed Tamil Nadu's grid operators to call for large-scale battery storage to manage seasonal swings.
India’s Wind Power Surges to 57,443 MW, Hits 106 Billion Units in FY26
Wind farms across the country push capacity past 57,000 MW and generate a record 106 billion kilowatt hours in the fiscal year ending March 2026.
Suzlon Wins 201.6 MW Wind Order from Waaree in Andhra Pradesh
Suzlon secures a 201.6 MW wind power contract with Waaree, marking a boost for renewable growth in Andhra Pradesh.
EV & Mobility
View all →
Why India's autorickshaws went electric before its family cars
Three-wheelers are leading India's EV shift, driven by economics and policy, while private cars lag behind.
ICCT maps India's EV battery needs through 2040
A new ICCT study links India's fuel economy rules to electric vehicle adoption and the battery manufacturing capacity the country will need between 2026 and 2040.
Can Specialised NBFCs Drive India's EV Finance? SMEStreet Report
A new SMEStreet article asks whether dedicated non-banking financial companies can become the financial backbone of India's electric vehicle transition.
Policy
View all →
Shivanand Nimbargi to Lead BII-CIP's North Star in India
The former Ayana Renewable Power CEO takes the helm at a joint venture between British International Investment and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners.
India and GCC Talk Green Hydrogen and Renewables in New Podcast Episode
A CPPR podcast episode examines the growing energy partnership between India and the Gulf Cooperation Council.
India's Clean Energy Transition Promises Growth, Greener Future
The Indian Express reports on the economic and environmental potential of India's shift to renewable power.
Agritech & Water
View all →
Punjab's Kisan Drone Yojana: Can Drones Cut Fertilizer Use and Water Waste?
The state government pushes agritech to fix a broken wheat belt, but farmers and experts question the costs and real-world gains.
India's solar pump push works but needs a second act
Millions of farmers have adopted solar irrigation pumps, but grid integration and fair pricing remain unfinished business.
Climate
View all →
India’s Renewable Push Gains Speed as Earth Journalism Network Names 18 New Fellows
India's solar and wind capacity is climbing fast while the Earth Journalism Network appoints 18 fellows to boost climate reporting.
India’s Energy Revolution Shifts High Gear with New Renewable Push
The government and private sector are speeding up solar, wind and EV projects as India aims to meet its 2030 climate targets.
El Niño Likely to Cut India's Wind and Hydropower Output, Study Warns
A new study finds that El Niño conditions could slash wind power generation by up to 6% and hydropower by 10% across India, threatening grid stability.