Why in news
- Union Environment Minister announced that non-fossil sources now account for 54.18 percent of India's total installed power capacity.
Key terms
Non-fossil energy sources
Power generation technologies that do not rely on hydrocarbons, such as solar, wind, hydro, biomass, and nuclear energy.
Status of Non-Fossil Power Expansion
- Non-fossil power sources, including solar, wind, hydro, and nuclear energy, constitute 54.18 percent of total generation capacity.
- India holds the third rank globally in total installed renewable energy capacity.
- The country stands as the second-largest solar energy expansion market worldwide.
Climate Commitments Alignment
- India achieved its COP21 Panchamrit pledge of reaching 40% non-fossil capacity well ahead of the 2030 target year.
- Aligns with India's updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) target of 50% cumulative electric power capacity from non-fossil fuel-based energy resources by 2030.
Prelims facts
- Non-fossil power includes renewable sources as well as nuclear energy.
- India's target under updated NDCs is achieving 50% non-fossil capacity by 2030.
Mains discussion
- Balancing energy security with decarbonization commitments under COP pledges.
Source: Economic Times
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