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Hans India
15-06-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Winds of hope: Reinventing India's energy resources
Wind is ever present and never the same. It saves lives and is a source of energy. India is the fourth-largest wind energy producer globally. Wind energy is creating wonders. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy announced that India's wind energy capacity reached 50.04 GW as of April 2025. According to the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), world could generate up to 72 terawatts of electricity just from wind. That's more than enough to meet the world's energy needs multiple times over. Major wind-rich states include Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Rajasthan, which collectively account for over 90 per cent of the nation's capacity. According to experts, by the end of this decade, wind is expected to become a major source of global renewable electricity generation. The world observes 'Wind Day' every year on June 15. The first Wind Day was organised by European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) in 2007. Later, in 2009, it became a world event when the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) joined the initiative. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has set an ambitious target of 140 GW of wind energy by 2030, including 30 GW from offshore wind. India's renewable mission is backed by strong policy frameworks, auctions, and global partnerships. Development of wind power in India began in December 1952 under an initiation of a project by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). It established a wind power sub-committee under Nilakantan .The sub-committee extensively researched on surface winds in India and identified several spots for generating wind energy. The large scale wind power development began in 1985. The first rooftop wind turbine to generate green and sustainable energy, was manufactured by a Hyderabad-based MSME under 'Make in India' programme in 2016. As per MNRE data, Telangana has a wind power potential of 24.83 GW at 120 meters and 54.7 GW at 150 meters above ground level, indicating significant opportunity for wind energy development in the state. Wind power generates electricity without burning fossil fuels. There is no air pollution, and it doesn't emit greenhouse gases. Unlike coal or nuclear power, wind turbines do not require water for cooling, conserving this precious resource in a water-stressed country. Wind farms coexist with agriculture, allowing dual land use without harming biodiversity. Economic Development Wind is a domestic resource, reducing India's dependence on imported coal and oil. Diversification of the energy mix enhances grid resilience and supports India's transition to a low-carbon economy. Wind energy plays a crucial role in meeting India's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement. It reduces millions of tonnes of carbon dioxide annually, helping to minimize global temperature rise below 2°C. India is now recognized as a key player in the global energy transition. Its commitment to renewable targets has attracted foreign direct investment (FDI) from countries like Germany, Denmark, the US, and the UK. India has partnered with nations through the Global Wind Energy Council to set standards, share innovation, and co-develop offshore projects. Many Indian wind energy majors are emerging as global suppliers of latest technologies and positioning India as a potential wind turbine manufacturing hub for the Global South. With wind energy forming a major part of its green energy portfolio, India is making a case for just, inclusive and equitable climate leadership, especially among developing countries. Wind energy's variability challenges grid stability, highlighting the urgent need for advanced energy storage solutions like battery and pumped hydro systems to ensure reliable, round-the-clock power supply. India is all poised to exploit and capitalize the offshore wind resources in the country, and, generate an everlasting asset for the future. (The author is pursuing in Ecology and Environmental Studies at Nalanda University)
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Suzlon's Co-Founder Girish Tanti Appointed Chairman of CII Renewable Energy National Committee & Manufacturing Council
NEW DELHI, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As India sharpens its focus on achieving a Viksit Bharat by 2047 and meeting its target of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, Mr. Girish Tanti, Co-Founder of Suzlon Group, has been appointed Chairman of the CII Renewable Energy Manufacturing Council and the CII National Committee on Renewable Energy for 2025–26. Under Mr. Tanti's leadership, CII Renewable Energy Committee & Manufacturing Council will focus on advancing a balanced and inclusive energy strategy that supports all renewable technologies. Mr. Tanti, a founding member of Suzlon, kickstarted India's renewable energy movement over 30 years ago, much before it became a global imperative. He has been deeply passionate about driving India's clean energy transition and continues to lead efforts to make the country self-reliant and sustainable. He brings decades of global experience and policy influence to the table and is currently designated as Vice Chairman of the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), Chairman of GWEC's Global Supply Chain Forum, Chairman of GWEC India, and Chairman of the Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association (IWTMA). Speaking on his appointment, Mr. Girish Tanti said, "A Viksit Bharat—a developed India—must be built on a foundation of clean, reliable, affordable and self-sufficient energy. This is a defining moment for our energy future, and we must move from ambition to accelerated action. Renewable energy must drive our growth—not just by reducing emissions, but by creating jobs, strengthening industries, and securing our energy needs. 'Make in India' will play a key role in enabling this transformation. With India already achieving 222 GW of renewable capacity, our next challenge is to double this capacity in under six years to meet our ambitious 500 GW target. As the world watches, India must set a strong example. My focus will be on fostering robust collaboration between the government and industry to drive national goals while bolstering domestic manufacturing in renewables, including wind, solar, hydro, and bioenergy." About The Suzlon Group The Suzlon Group is a leading global renewable energy solutions provider, with approximately 21.1 GW* of wind energy capacity installed across 17 countries. Headquartered at Suzlon One Earth in Pune, India, the Group includes Suzlon Energy Limited (NSE: SUZLON, BSE: 532667) and its subsidiaries. A vertically integrated organisation, Suzlon has in-house R&D centres in Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark, and India, and world-class manufacturing facilities across India. With 30 years of operational excellence and a diverse workforce of ~7,800 employees, Suzlon is India's No. 1 Renewable Energy Solutions company, managing 15.1 GW of assets and an additional ~6 GW installed outside India. Its portfolio includes the advanced 2.x MW and 3.x MW series of wind turbines. *Global installations of Suzlon-manufactured wind turbine generators. Data as of 31st March 2025 Suzlon corporate website: Photo: View original content to download multimedia: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Suzlon's Co-Founder Girish Tanti Appointed Chairman of CII Renewable Energy National Committee & Manufacturing Council
NEW DELHI, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As India sharpens its focus on achieving a Viksit Bharat by 2047 and meeting its target of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, Mr. Girish Tanti, Co-Founder of Suzlon Group, has been appointed Chairman of the CII Renewable Energy Manufacturing Council and the CII National Committee on Renewable Energy for 2025–26. Under Mr. Tanti's leadership, CII Renewable Energy Committee & Manufacturing Council will focus on advancing a balanced and inclusive energy strategy that supports all renewable technologies. Mr. Tanti, a founding member of Suzlon, kickstarted India's renewable energy movement over 30 years ago, much before it became a global imperative. He has been deeply passionate about driving India's clean energy transition and continues to lead efforts to make the country self-reliant and sustainable. He brings decades of global experience and policy influence to the table and is currently designated as Vice Chairman of the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), Chairman of GWEC's Global Supply Chain Forum, Chairman of GWEC India, and Chairman of the Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association (IWTMA). Speaking on his appointment, Mr. Girish Tanti said, "A Viksit Bharat—a developed India—must be built on a foundation of clean, reliable, affordable and self-sufficient energy. This is a defining moment for our energy future, and we must move from ambition to accelerated action. Renewable energy must drive our growth—not just by reducing emissions, but by creating jobs, strengthening industries, and securing our energy needs. 'Make in India' will play a key role in enabling this transformation. With India already achieving 222 GW of renewable capacity, our next challenge is to double this capacity in under six years to meet our ambitious 500 GW target. As the world watches, India must set a strong example. My focus will be on fostering robust collaboration between the government and industry to drive national goals while bolstering domestic manufacturing in renewables, including wind, solar, hydro, and bioenergy." About The Suzlon Group The Suzlon Group is a leading global renewable energy solutions provider, with approximately 21.1 GW* of wind energy capacity installed across 17 countries. Headquartered at Suzlon One Earth in Pune, India, the Group includes Suzlon Energy Limited (NSE: SUZLON, BSE: 532667) and its subsidiaries. A vertically integrated organisation, Suzlon has in-house R&D centres in Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark, and India, and world-class manufacturing facilities across India. With 30 years of operational excellence and a diverse workforce of ~7,800 employees, Suzlon is India's No. 1 Renewable Energy Solutions company, managing 15.1 GW of assets and an additional ~6 GW installed outside India. Its portfolio includes the advanced 2.x MW and 3.x MW series of wind turbines. *Global installations of Suzlon-manufactured wind turbine generators. Data as of 31st March 2025 Suzlon corporate website: Photo: View original content to download multimedia: Sign in to access your portfolio
Zawya
23-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Africa and Middle East expected to install 2.9GW of new onshore wind power in 2025
Africa and Middle East is expected to install a total of 2.9 gigawatts (GW) of new onshore wind capacity in 2025, according to industry body Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC). In its annual 'Global Wind Report 2025' report issued on Wednesday, GWEC said Africa is expected to install 1.6 GW while the Middle East is expected to add 1.3 GW. 'Considering that multi-GW onshore wind projects are currently under construction – or are ready to be built – in Egypt, GWEC Market Intelligence expects Africa to have record installations annually from 2025 to 2030,' the report said. Egypt and Morocco were standouts in 2024 with the latter installing 520MW of new capacity while the former topped the table with 793.5MW. Africa and Middle East doubled onshore wind additions in 2024 to 2 GW compared to 0.959GW in the previous year, according to data provided in the report. 'In the Middle East, new installations were reported in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Israel and Iran last year, but only Saudi Arabia is likely to add GW-level onshore wind capacity in the period to 2030,' the report noted. In total, 25 GW of new capacity is expected to be added during 2024–2030, of which 17 GW (69 percent) will come from Africa and the rest (31 percent) from the Middle East. (Editing by Anoop Menon)
Reuters
23-04-2025
- Business
- Reuters
New wind capacity falls short despite reaching a record, industry body says
LONDON, April 23 (Reuters) - A record 117 gigawatts of wind power capacity was installed worldwide last year, slightly more than in 2023, but far less than needed to achieve goals to decarbonise energy, a report by the Global Wind Energy Council said on Wednesday. WHY IT'S IMPORTANT The world needs to shift to renewable sources, including wind and solar, to contain global warming. here. Many organisations, including the GWEC, have said the current rate of progress is not enough. It says a goal of installing 320 GW of capacity per year needs to be met for a United Nations target to triple renewable energy capacity by 2030 to be achieved. The GWEC said the uncertainty linked to U.S. tariffs could limit progress. Former President Joe Biden's Inflation Reduction Act, opens new tab, which his successor Donald Trump has criticised, had spurred investment in wind and other green energy. BY THE NUMBERS New installed capacity was slightly up from 2023's figure of 116.6 GW, the report showed. Last year's growth comprised 109 GW of onshore wind and 8 GW of offshore wind capacity, bringing global cumulative capacity of wind power to 1,136 GW. China installed the most wind in 2024 with 79.8 GW, followed by the United States with nearly 4.1 GW. GWEC forecasts a compound average growth rate of 8.8% for the wind industry by 2030, with another 981 GW of capacity added across the world by then. CONTEXT Renewable energy in most cases is the cheapest option. However, the GWEC said policy instability has increased in some markets. It said permitting, grid transmission and auctioning mechanisms needed to be improved to accommodate increased amounts of renewable power. KEY QUOTES "We are seeing a more volatile policy environment in some parts of the world, including ideologically driven attacks on wind and renewables and the halting of under construction projects, threatening investment certainty," Ben Backwell, chief executive of GWEC, said. "The aggressive stoking of tariff wars adds further uncertainty to international investment decisions and threatens to disrupt the international supply chains which the wind industry relies on," he added.
