India expects 60 to 80 GW of renewable energy capacity to come from commercial and industrial developers by 2030, signaling a major shift in the way clean energy is deployed. | Photo credit: iStockphoto
Speaking at the India Edge Event held by CII, Sarangi said, “There is also a trend in installation of RE through C&I. By 2030, we estimate that C&I developers will supply around 60-80 GW of RE.”
The Secretary noted that the developers in this segment would play an important role in meeting India’s clean energy needs by 2030. He added that rooftop solar panels are also spreading in many regions, and this trend will continue in the coming years. Sarangi said states like Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat are showing strong progress.
He said Madhya Pradesh “is one of the progressive states in renewable energy”, adding that many states are now issuing tenders according to their own needs. He explained that a clear pattern is emerging in which more and more states are choosing sustainable routes that work for them.
He said renewable energy growth is now moving at a pace that will only accelerate. He explained that India’s electricity demand will increase rapidly and with it the demand for renewable energy. As states issue more tenders, their role in supporting this shift will become more important.
Storage is key
Sarangi pointed out that some challenges remain, especially with the integration of renewable energy into the grid. He said resolving these issues requires immediate attention.
According to him, adding battery systems to the transmission network and increasing storage capacity will be necessary steps.
On energy security, he said the country must ensure strong supply chains while expanding storage. He emphasized that Indian companies should leverage the benefits of the Production-Linked Incentive program to grow further in this area. He noted that India’s solar panel manufacturing capacity has reached nearly 140 GW.
Sarangi also mentioned the changing cost of gray ammonia, which has risen from USD 450 to USD 550, partly due to the depreciation of the rupee. He said the government is pushing many ports to set up bunkering facilities using funds from the Green Hydrogen Mission. These steps, he explained, will help build the country’s green hydrogen production ecosystem.
He said the MNRE is working closely with the Central Transmission Utility, Central Electricity Authority, Ministry of Power and the energy regulator. According to Sarangi, the ministry has a strong commitment to the industry and holds monthly meetings with the solar, wind and other sectors to support smooth renewable energy production.
Published on December 4, 2025
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