Development of Renewable Energy Sector in India and Its Impact on Greenhouse Gasses

Economic growth, increasing prosperity, a rapid urbanization and raising per capita energy consumption have widened access to energy in India. Renewable energy sources and technologies have the potential to provide solutions to the long-standing energy problems and Green House Gasses emission being faced by the country. Current renewable energy contribution stands at 86 GW(including large hydro power) of the total installed capacity of 305 GW in the country. To meet the energy requirement for such a fast growing economy and cut CO2 emissions level, India will require an assured supply more energy than the total energy demand. The renewable energy is one and only options to solve the crises. Today, renewable account for about 14% of India's primary energy consumptions. India is increasingly adopting responsible, renewable energy techniques and taking positive steps towards carbon emissions, and ensuring a more sustainable future. In this paper, efforts have been made to summarize the availability, current status, major achievements and future potentials of renewable energy options in India.