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Breakthroughs: Innovations
Utkarsha Khopade
for Success in the Indian HR Trainee, SgurrEnergy
Renewable Energy Market utkarshakhopade@gmail.com
Batch- 2022-24
India’s renewable energy sector has emerged
as a global leader in clean energy adoption, driven
by ground-breaking innovations and strategic
initiatives. Breakthroughs in solar, wind, and other
renewable technologies have paved the way for
sustainable growth and energy independence. As Solar Energy Breakthroughs
the country aims to achieve its ambitious renewable One of the most significant innovations in
energy targets, innovations continue to shape its India’s renewable sector is the rapid advancement
success. in solar technology. Floating solar power plants,
like the one at Ramagundam in Telangana, optimize
The Drive for Renewable Energy water surface usage while reducing land constraints.
India’s commitment to achieving 500 GW of Additionally, advancements in photovoltaic (PV)
non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 has accelerated the cell efficiency and the adoption of bifacial solar
growth of renewable energy. With abundant sunlight, panels have enhanced energy generation capabilities.
vast wind corridors, and growing investments in Energy storage solutions, including lithium-ion
green technology, the country has become a hub batteries and pumped hydro storage, are further
for innovation. Government initiatives such as the enhancing solar energy’s reliability. Indian startups
National Solar Mission and Green Energy Corridor are also driving innovation through affordable solar
projects have further stimulated advancements in solutions, expanding access to clean electricity in
clean energy infrastructure rural areas.
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