India celebrates clean energy milestone but coal still king
Published on: Aug. 20, 2025, 10:52 a.m. | Source: Economic Times
India has achieved 50% of its installed energy capacity from non-fossil fuels, ahead of its Paris Agreement target. However, the nation remains heavily reliant on coal, which powers 74% of its electricity. While renewable energy capacity is growing, limited storage and dependence on coal pose challenges to India's emissions reduction goals and energy transition.
