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Sunshine Showdown: Rajasthan and Gujarat Battle for Green Energy Supremacy

31 Mar 2024

India's green energy landscape is heating up, with two states leading the charge: Rajasthan and Gujarat. Buckle up for a battle of the titans!

Rajasthan Reigns Supreme (For Now):

  • Leading the Green Charge: Rajasthan boasts a whopping 64.5% of its power generation coming from renewable sources, putting them at the forefront of India's green energy transition.

  • Wind Power Champion: They've already surpassed Tamil Nadu as the wind power leader in the country.

  • Solar Power Frontrunner: Currently, Rajasthan holds the second place for solar power generation.


Gujarat Gunning for the Top Spot:

  • Projecting Green Growth: Gujarat has ambitious plans! They aim to become the number one solar energy player within the next few years, with a massive 30,000 MW renewable energy park coming online soon.

  • Rapid Renewable Rise: Gujarat's renewable energy production has doubled in the past four years, showcasing their rapid growth.


Experts' Take:

  • Industry insiders predict India will achieve its renewable energy targets ahead of schedule, potentially leading to revised goals.

  • Southern states like Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, once the leaders, are seeing slower growth despite still having a high percentage of renewable energy in their mix.

  • New players like Maharashtra are emerging, with their renewable energy production growing by an impressive 61% in the last five years.


Companies Taking Note:

  • Renewable energy companies are flocking to states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Karnataka for their upcoming projects.


The Green Race Heats Up!

Rajasthan may be in the lead for now, but Gujarat's ambitious plans and rapid growth make this a race to watch. With other states joining the green energy game, India's renewable energy future is undoubtedly bright!

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