Shifting towards renewable energy is key to addressing India's challenges of climate change and energy security, without compromising on developmental aspirations. CSTEP is working on the two paths of increasing the use of clean energy and reduction of energy wastage to achieve this objective. Our work involves finding clean (and cost-effective) energy solutions for industries, developing innovative models for solar energy generation, and collaborating with policymakers on implementation strategies for renewables.
Unlocking the potential of Component A of PM-KUSUM
The 2019 Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) scheme aims to enhance energy security for farmers, while promoting the use of renewable energy (RE) in the agriculture sector. Of its three components, Component A focuses on the installation of decentralised grid-connected RE-based power plants, with capacities ranging from 500 kW to 2 MW, by farmers on their land. The component can provide an additional, stable stream of income to farmers through the provision of selling the excess electricity generated to the grid.
Budgeting for net zero: Government support needed to meet India’s clean energy goals
The Government of India has set ambitious goals to ramp up a range of clean technologies by 2030 to increase energy independence, security, and access while promoting industrial development and reducing air pollution and GHG emissions. To deliver on these goals, the government has introduced a suite of financial and non-financial support measures. But will these measures be sufficient to reach the goals in full and on time?
Mainstreaming of BIPV Under PM Surya Ghar Scheme Across India
CSTEP partnered with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH for a workshop titled ‘Mainstreaming of BIPV under PM Surya Ghar Scheme Across India'.
The workshop brought together global and Indian stakeholders to discuss building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) design, manufacturing, deployment, and India-specific needs, shaping strategies and developing comprehensive guidelines to scale up BIPV adoption in India.
Harnessing the Potential of Small Wind Turbines in India: Opportunities, Challenges, and Way Forward
This workshop, organised by the Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP) in collaboration with Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), explored the role of small wind turbines (SWTs) in India's renewable energy transition.
Discussions covered technological advancements, policy frameworks, and on-ground challenges related to SWT adoption. Industry experts, manufacturers, and policymakers collaborated to identify solutions and strategies to promote SWTs as a key component of India’s clean energy future.