Where does India stand on solar energy?

Solar power in India is a fast-growing industry. As of 6 April 2017, the country's solar grid had a cumulative capacity of 12.28 gigawatts (GW) compared to 6.76 GW at the end of March 2016. India quadrupled its solar power generation capacity from 2,650 MW on 26 May 2014 to 12,288.83 MW on 10 March 2017. read more

As the developing world lifts billions of people into prosperity, our hope for a sustainable planet rests on a bold, global initiative.” India's initiative of 100 GW of solar energy by 2022 is an ambitious target given the world’s installed solar power capacity in 2014 was 181 GW. read more

The energy policy of India is largely defined by the country's expanding energy deficit and increased focus on developing alternative sources of energy, particularly nuclear, solar and wind energy. India ranks 81 position in overall energy self-sufficiency at 66% in 2014. read more

India is expected to add 2.8 GW of solar capacity in 2014, the result of solar power auctions in 2012 and early 2013. India's current solar energy production stands at 2212 MW. The government has a target of achieving 20,000 MW of solar capacity by 2020. read more