Gujarat is India’s sixth largest state in terms of area and ninth most populous state with a population of over 60 million. It is one of the prosperous and efficiently governed states in India and a frontrunner state in the energy sector in India. It is a state where 24 hours electricity is available in both villages and cities.
In the renewable energy (RE) sector too, the state is forging ahead of other states. This state located in western India contributes 13 per cent to India’s renewable portfolio, contributing over 10 GW of renewable capacity for the country. It is also the leading state in solar rooftop installations in the country. Last but not the least, almost 37 per cent of the total energy capacity in Gujarat comes from renewables. The state is increasingly relying on renewable capacity to meet its electricity needs. Its total installed power generation capacity from renewable energy sources – solar, wind, hydel, biomass and bagasse, is about 13,152 MW as of June 2021. Of this, over 70 per cent is contributed by wind. Gujarat’s stellar position is thanks to progressive policies replete with incentives, investor friendly approach, effective governance and implementation as well as a planned approach. Besides having a good RE potential and an attractive policy environment, the state provides concessional benefits, has good evacuation systems and has a transparent e-bidding process.