The Rajasthan Integrated Clean Energy Policy, 2024, launched by the Government of Rajasthan, reflects a strong commitment to fostering renewable energy (RE) and achieving environmental sustainability. This policy acknowledges the state’s significant renewable energy potential, aiming to contribute significantly to India’s national goal of reaching 500 GW of renewable capacity and achieving net-zero emissions by 2070.
The preamble outlines the growing global concerns over climate change and the need for a shift toward clean energy. Rajasthan, with its abundant solar radiation, high wind potential, and extensive barren lands, emerges as a prime location for renewable energy projects. The policy seeks to exploit this potential while addressing challenges such as energy equity, environmental concerns, and technological advancements.
Key objectives include achieving a balanced energy mix, advancing grid stability, and ensuring energy security. To this end, the policy promotes innovation, research, and the adoption of emerging technologies like hybrid systems and energy storage. The target is to achieve 125,000 MW of renewable energy capacity by 2029-30, encompassing solar, wind, and storage systems.
A central feature of the policy is the Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Limited (RREC) acting as the nodal agency, streamlining project registration, approvals, and development. The policy also emphasizes decentralized solar power projects, off-grid solar applications, and rooftop installations. Initiatives such as virtual and group net metering aim to extend solar access to diverse consumer groups.
Hybrid power projects integrating wind and solar energy receive significant attention, with the goal of optimizing land and infrastructure use. The state also plans to encourage the repowering of older wind turbines and promote biomass-based energy generation, which addresses environmental concerns like stubble burning.
Incentives under the Rajasthan Investment Promotion Scheme (RIPS) 2024 include exemptions and reimbursements for electricity duty, stamp duty, and mandi fees. Provisions for water allocation and grid connectivity facilitate project implementation, while research and development initiatives aim to enhance efficiency and sustainability.
To support the energy transition, the policy promotes green hydrogen production, targeting applications across industries, transportation, and power sectors. It envisions developing a green hydrogen ecosystem, including parks, equipment manufacturing, and storage infrastructure.
The policy underscores Rajasthan’s proactive stance in the clean energy domain, providing a roadmap for innovation, investment, and collaboration. By fostering renewable energy development, Rajasthan positions itself as a leader in India’s clean energy transition.
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