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GS3 — Economy & Environment

India's Solar Energy Growth Needs Battery Storage

1 min read7 Key Facts

Why in News

India's rapid solar energy generation growth necessitates a parallel increase in battery storage capacity to ensure grid stability and reliable power supply. This integration is crucial for meeting renewable energy targets.

Background

Scaling battery storage is vital for India to overcome the intermittency of solar power, enhance grid resilience, and achieve its ambitious 500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030, contributing to climate goals.

Key Figure

• 500 GW — India's non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030 • ~73 GW — India's installed solar capacity (Dec 2023) • ₹18,100 crore — PLI scheme outlay for ACC batteries • ₹19,744 crore — National Green Hydrogen Mission outlay

Key Facts

  1. 1Renewable Energy Target: India aims for 500 GW non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030 (as per updated NDC).
  2. 2Solar Capacity: India's installed solar capacity reached ~73 GW as of December 2023.
  3. 3Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS): Essential for grid stability, peak load management, and firming intermittent renewable power.
  4. 4PLI Scheme for ACC Batteries: Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Battery Storage (outlay ₹18,100 crore).
  5. 5National Green Hydrogen Mission: Launched 2023 | Outlay ₹19,744 crore | Target: 5 MMT green hydrogen production by 2030.
  6. 6PM-KUSUM Scheme: Launched 2019 by Ministry of New & Renewable Energy | Promotes solar pumps and grid-connected solar power plants for farmers.
  7. 7Grid Integration Challenges: Intermittency of renewables, grid balancing, and upgrading transmission infrastructure.

Exam Angle

Effective policy frameworks and investment in battery energy storage systems are crucial for India to ensure grid stability and accelerate its transition towards a sustainable, renewable energy-dominated power sector.

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