India’s renewable energy sector is entering a stronger phase as industries, government agencies and companies expand their clean energy plans.
Rising fuel dependence, changing global markets and growing power needs are pushing businesses toward cleaner sources.
Recent developments show this shift across industrial operations, government programs and large solar projects. From new green power plants in Odisha to a 100 MW solar project in Tamil Nadu, companies are increasing their renewable energy investments.
At the same time, the government is reviewing key schemes to improve clean energy access across the country. Together, these moves point to a faster energy transition.
India’s industries rely heavily on imported fuels, making them vulnerable to changing energy prices and supply disruptions. The country imports about 90 percent of its crude oil, around a quarter of its coal and nearly half of its natural gas needs.
Steel, cement, chemicals and textiles are among the major industrial users of these fuels. The shift toward cleaner energy can help companies lower fuel risks while improving their long-term competitiveness. Energy efficiency, electrification, renewable energy and alternative fuels are becoming important parts of this transition.
The industrial sector also has a major role in reducing India’s emissions. Thermal energy use, electricity consumption and industrial processes together account for nearly 30 percent of India’s total greenhouse gas emissions. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency’s Perform, Achieve and Trade program has already helped industries save energy. The program saved about 25.77 million tonnes of oil equivalent during 2022–23 across 1,333 designated consumers. However, wider adoption will require investment, supportive policies, better infrastructure and easier access to finance.
Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi held a review meeting with senior officials to strengthen India’s clean energy efforts. The meeting focused on speeding up green growth and improving renewable energy programs across the country. Special attention was given to the Northeastern states, where the government wants to expand clean energy access. Joshi also reviewed the implementation of major government programs, including PM Surya Ghar, PM KUSUM and PM-JANMAN.
The government also wants the benefits of clean energy to reach more parts of the country. The review comes as India continues to expand renewable energy capacity and improve access to cleaner power. PM Surya Ghar focuses on household solar power, while PM KUSUM supports solar energy in agriculture. The government said stronger implementation of these programs will help unlock India’s renewable energy potential.
NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL), a wholly owned subsidiary of NLC India Limited, has formed a joint venture with the Odisha Renewable Energy Development Agency (OREDA). The new company, NIRL OREDA Renewables Limited, was incorporated on August 31, 2026. NIRL will hold a 51 percent stake, while OREDA will hold the remaining 49 percent. The joint venture will focus on setting up green energy power plants across Odisha.
The new partnership gives NLC India a stronger role in developing renewable energy projects in Odisha. OREDA will bring its role as the state agency responsible for promoting renewable energy. The partnership also reflects NLC India’s wider move toward expanding its clean energy portfolio. The company recently entered another joint venture for a 110 MW solar project in Uttar Pradesh.
Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) has commissioned a 100 MW group captive solar project in Kayathar, Tamil Nadu. The project will supply clean electricity to TP Solar, Tata Electronics and Tata Realty and Infrastructure. It is expected to generate around 240.63 million units of clean electricity every year. The project is also expected to avoid around 1.5 lakh tonnes of annual carbon emissions.
The project takes TPREL’s operational capacity beyond the 7 GW mark. Its operational portfolio now includes more than 5.7 GW of solar and 1.3 GW of wind capacity. The company also has another 5.3 GW of projects under development. These projects include 2.2 GW of solar and 3.1 GW of wind capacity.
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Ceigall India Limited has commissioned its first 5 MW solar power project under Maharashtra’s Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Vahini Yojana 2.0. The project is located at Ranjangaon Deshmukh in Maharashtra’s Ahilyanagar district. It was developed through Ceigall Green Energy MH2 Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Ceigall India. The project was completed ahead of schedule, helping it qualify for applicable government incentives.
The 5 MW plant is part of Ceigall India’s wider 147 MW solar initiative under MSKVY 2.0. The scheme aims to promote solar power for agricultural needs across Maharashtra. The project marks another step in Ceigall India’s entry into renewable energy generation. It also shows how companies from outside the traditional energy sector are entering India’s growing clean power market.
India’s renewable energy transition is increasingly moving from policy plans to real projects across industries and states. Government reviews are pushing major schemes toward better implementation and wider access. At the same time, companies are building solar capacity and forming partnerships to develop new green power assets.
Industries are also looking at cleaner energy to reduce fuel risks and remain competitive. These developments show that renewable energy is becoming an important part of India’s industrial and economic growth. With stronger investment and policy support, the clean energy market could gain further momentum in the coming years.
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