Renewables Expected to Surpass Coal in India by 2035, Survey Reveals
A survey indicates that approximately 75% of energy professionals foresee renewables overtaking coal as India's primary electricity source by 2035. Key challenges identified include grid integration, financing, and land issues, potentially impacting the timeline of this transition.
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A survey of 250 energy professionals from major Indian cities shows that nearly 75% expect renewable energy to become the leading source of electricity in India by 2035. While solar energy is anticipated to drive this growth, significant barriers such as grid integration (29%) and financing (24%) could delay the transition.
Currently, India has a renewable capacity of 291.7 GW, yet remains dependent on thermal power, producing 1,307 billion units from thermal sources in the fiscal year 2025-2026. The Central Electricity Authority projects that by 2035-36, coal will still generate nearly half of the electricity, while renewables are expected to contribute about 43%. These contrasting expectations highlight the uncertainty in achieving a faster transition to renewables.
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