Karnataka Targets 30 GW Renewable Energy Capacity Addition Over Next Five Years
Karnataka has invited domestic and global investors to explore opportunities across renewable energy generation, manufacturing and energy storage.
November 09, 2026. By Abha Rustagi
“Come, invest in Karnataka - a State with a pioneering energy legacy, a progressive renewable energy ecosystem, investor-friendly policies and immense opportunities to power India's clean energy future,” said Gaurav Gupta, Additional Chief Secretary, Energy Department, Government of Karnataka.
Gupta said Karnataka offers opportunities for renewable energy investments, supported by its wind and solar resources, investor-friendly policies, automatic land conversion and plug-and-play infrastructure. He also highlighted the Pavagada Solar Park, which follows a 30-year land lease arrangement with farmers.
Looking towards 2035, the State plans to expand its clean energy infrastructure beyond generation capacity. Under its Resource Adequacy Plan, Karnataka envisages adding 41.5 GW of new wind and solar capacity and approximately 11,000 MWh of battery energy storage by 2034–35.
The planned developments include a 250 MW solar project with 1,100 MWh of storage at Ryapte, standalone battery energy storage projects and a pipeline of renewable energy projects across Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) substations.
The State is also focusing on farmer participation through PM-KUSUM, alongside green hydrogen, bioenergy, skill development and clean energy entrepreneurship.
Divya Prabhu GRJ, Managing Director, Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Limited (KREDL), said the State's participation as a State Partner at the summit reflected its commitment to strengthening its position as a leading renewable energy investment destination.
“With an installed renewable energy capacity of around 27 GW, accounting for nearly 67 per cent of the State's total installed power capacity, Karnataka offers a strong combination of natural resources, progressive policies, robust infrastructure and a conducive investment ecosystem. As the nodal agency, KREDL is also fostering a comprehensive renewable energy ecosystem through capacity building, skill development initiatives such as Surya Mitra and Vayumitra, technological advancement, incubation centres and industry-academia collaborations with institutions such as the University of New South Wales, IISc and IIMB, she added.
A plenary session titled ‘The Karnataka Advantage in Renewable Energy’ highlighted investment opportunities across renewable energy generation, manufacturing, technological innovation, energy storage and industry-academia partnerships.
The session also showcased the State's wind and solar resources, Pavagada's land-lease model, plug-and-play infrastructure, competitive tariffs, transparent project allocation and transmission network.
Karnataka's participation also included a panel discussion on ‘Repowering Wind Power Turbines’, featuring Gupta and Prabhu alongside wind turbine manufacturers and industry representatives. The discussion examined opportunities to upgrade ageing wind turbines using advanced technologies, improve generation efficiency and maximise the potential of existing wind sites.
A separate industry roundtable brought together renewable energy developers, manufacturers and other stakeholders to discuss the State's future renewable energy roadmap. Discussions covered the effectiveness of existing policies, government support mechanisms and measures to accelerate clean energy deployment and manufacturing.
Industry representatives were also invited to provide inputs for Karnataka's forthcoming Renewable Energy Policy, as the existing policy approaches its conclusion in May 2027.
The Karnataka Pavilion, established by KREDL, was another key attraction at the summit. Inspired by the architectural heritage of Mysore Palace and the State's pioneering electricity legacy, the pavilion presented Karnataka's progress in the power sector and its renewable energy investment opportunities.
The State has a significant place in India's electricity history, having established the Shivanasamudra Hydroelectric Power Project, one of Asia's earliest hydroelectric power stations, and introduced India's first electric street lighting in Bengaluru in 1905.
K.J. George, Minister for Energy and Tourism, Government of Karnataka, said, “I am delighted about Karnataka's participation as a State Partner at the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026. The State has showcased its rich legacy in the energy sector, strong renewable energy potential and progressive policy framework. We welcome investors, industry leaders and global stakeholders to explore the immense opportunities Karnataka offers in renewable energy.”
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