India’s Green Transition Still Runs on Coal
What Happened
Despite rapid renewable energy growth, coal remains the backbone of India’s electricity generation system.
Key Highlights
- India is among the world’s fastest-growing renewable energy markets.
- Renewable energy remains intermittent and weather-dependent.
- Coal-based plants provide baseload electricity and grid stability.
- Experts stress storage infrastructure, transmission networks and smart grids.
Key Facts
- Renewable energy accounts for around 42% of installed power capacity.
- Coal remains India’s largest electricity source.
- Baseload power ensures uninterrupted electricity supply.
- India aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070.