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India’s 233 GW Solar Module Capacity Runs at 35–40 Percent Utilisation: IEEFA

India’s solar PV module manufacturing capacity has reached about 233 GW as of June 2026, but factories are operating at only 35–40 percent utilisation, raising concerns over overcapacity, margins and stranded assets, according to an IEEFA-JMK Research report.

IEEFA | September 02, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1221

From Imports to Integration: Is India Ready to Manufacture BESS at Scale?

As BESS deployment accelerates, can India build a globally competitive manufacturing ecosystem while meeting its growing storage demand? Industry leaders provide a BESS market pulse on domestic demand, market readiness, policy support needed and localisation strategies.

IEEFA | August 31, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1910

Delhi Must Scale Rooftop Solar, Storage to Meet Rising Power Demand: IEEFA-Ember Study

Delhi can meet its growing electricity demand while advancing decarbonisation by accelerating distributed renewable energy, battery storage and demand-side flexibility, according to a new study by IEEFA and Ember.

IEEFA | August 07, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1168

India's Distributed RE Capacity Climbs to 31.5 GW, Rooftop Solar Drives Growth: IEEFA

India's distributed renewable energy capacity reached 31.5 GW in FY2026, led by rooftop solar under PM Surya Ghar and PM KUSUM, though its renewable energy share remained around 21–22 percent, according to IEEFA.

IEEFA | August 04, 2026 | By EI News Network | 1452

EV Localisation Surges in India, With Chips and Rare-Earth Magnets Remaining Key Challenges

India could achieve near-complete EV component localisation by 2030, though dependence on imported chips and rare-earth magnets remains significant, according to a new report released by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) and JMK Research & Analytics.

IEEFA | June 24, 2026 | By EI News Network | 940

Concentrated Critical Mineral Trade Exposes India’s Supply Chain Risks, Need Diversification: IEEFA

India’s critical minerals import landscape, spanning copper, lithium, cobalt, nickel and graphite, all essential for renewable energy systems, highlights heavy dependence on key suppliers like Chile while exposing rising risks from global protectionist policies and the need for diversified sourcing and resilient supply chains, according to IEEFA.

IEEFA | May 01, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1236

Women Leaders Outline Vision for India’s Clean Energy Future by 2030 on International Women's Day 2026

Women currently represent only about 11 percent of the renewable energy workforce in India, compared with the global average of around 32 percent, highlighting a significant gender gap in the sector as of late 2025 and early 2026.

IEEFA | March 07, 2026 | By Abha Rustagi | 2989

India’s clean electricity transition shows steady progress across states, finds the latest IEEFA–Ember SET report

Third edition of the Indian States’ Electricity Transition report finds multi-speed progress across 21 states in FY2025, with varied gains in decarbonisation, power ecosystem readiness and market enablers.

IEEFA | February 23, 2026 | By News Bureau | 1945

Only 2.8 Percent of Target Capacity Delivered Yet Under India’s Battery PLI Scheme: IEEFA Report

India’s ACC PLI scheme has delivered just 2.8 percent of its targeted 50 GWh battery manufacturing capacity within the stipulated timeline, highlighting significant gaps between policy intent and on-ground execution, according to a JMK Research–IEEFA report.

IEEFA | January 22, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 2019

India’s Rooftop Solar Jumps Over 4 GW Under PM Surya Ghar Yojana, But Targets Still Distant, Says Report

The Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana (PMSGY) has added nearly 4.9 GW residential rooftop solar capacity in just over a year, yet only 13 percent of installation targets and subsidy funds are achieved.

IEEFA | October 14, 2025 | By EI News Network | 2000

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India Should Aim for a Truly Green Taxonomy to Gain Global Investor Buy-In

India can avoid the missteps of developed market leaders and produce a truly green taxonomy that attracts healthy global investment to further its energy transition.The Government of India has made commendable progress in pushing sustainability-relat...

IEEFA | October 19, 2022 | By News Bureau | 1913