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Part 1 of  the article provides a summary of rooftop solar (RTS) installations under the PM Surya Ghar Scheme across India, based on data from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). As of January 2025, RTS installations nationwide reached a total capacity of 16 GW. However, the rate of adoption under the scheme differs across regions varies.

The United Nations has framed 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) as part of the 2030 agenda for Sustainable Development adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015. It includes a dedicated goal on Affordable and Clean Energy under the SDG 7 aiming to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all.

The Energy-Environment Nexus

Introduction 

India, one of the world’s most populous nations and a developing country, is experiencing rapid urbanization and industrialisation. This growth has led to a significant increase in individual electricity consumption, resulting in a yearly rise in the country's overall electricity demand. India is the 3rd largest power market after China and the USA. 

This is a two part article. Part 1 deals with an overview of residential rooftop solar installation (January 2025) across the country, and Part 2 will analyse the uptake of rooftop solars.

I. Introduction

The number of electricity consumers in India during the period 2015-16 was 239151562 (0.239 billion), which increased to 333384002 (0.333 billion) in 2022-23.

Vengikkal, the second-largest panchayat in Tamil Nadu by land area, hosts a significant number of government offices and is a hub for devotees visiting Annamalaiyar Hill. Home to 26,713 residents across 8,341 households, Vengikkal faces significant challenges in managing the energy-intensive public water supply system.

1. Introduction

Brief overview of the tea industry in India

The previous issue outlined the key features of a consumer-centric approach, including understanding consumers and prov