Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

The Government launched PM-KUSUM scheme in March, 2019, which has been scaled-up in January 2024 with the objective to provide energy and water security to farmers, enhance their income, de-dieselize the farm sector, and reduce…

The Government has undertaken several measures and initiatives to promote the development of renewable energy (RE), including solar and wind power, as given at Annexure that directly/indirectly incentivize industries to increase the use of…

The details and the current status of development of geothermal energy in India, inter-alia, include:- Geological Survey of India (GSI) has carried out exploration of geothermal energy in various recognized geothermal fields which…

The Union Cabinet approved the National Green Hydrogen Mission on 4th January 2023, with an outlay of ₹ 19,744 crore. The overarching objective of the Mission is to make India a Global Hub for production, usage and export of Green Hydrogen…

The Government provides financial and technical including skilling support under various schemes being implemented by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) for development and promotion of new and renewable energy in all the…

Minister of State for Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Shri Shripad Yesso Naik, held a meeting with representatives from renewable industry associations including the All-Indian Solar Industries association today. The meeting…

"The recent Union Budget demonstrates our unwavering support for the renewable energy sector, with allocations nearly doubling from last year”, said Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution & New and Renewable…

Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution & New and Renewable Energy Shri Pralhad Joshi hails the budget as it underscores the NDA Government's dedication to building a New India. Briefing the media today,…

Biomass is available in the form of forestry waste, residue from agricultural operation, processed waste from industry, municipal/urban solid waste. Annual Biomass production in the Country is around 750 MMT, out of which 228 MMT is surplus…