Stay updated on the latest renewable energy and solar energy government policies.
Here is a comprehensive collection of downloadable PDFs, ensuring you have access to the most current renewable energy government policies, incentives, and initiatives designed to foster renewable energy adoption, environmental protection, and economic growth in various States & UTs of India.
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15.07.2024 |
Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission |
Grid Interactive Solar PV Energy Generating Systems regulations, 2024 |
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (TNERC) has proposed draft regulations for Grid Interactive Solar PV Energy Generating Systems (GISS) in Tamil Nadu. These regulations aim to replace the existing 2021 regulations and provide a more comprehensive framework for solar energy integration. The draft regulations cover various aspects such as eligibility criteria, metering arrangements, billing processes, and net metering mechanisms. |
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17.07.2020 |
Government of Andhra Pradesh Energy (Power.II) Department |
Andhra Pradesh Renewable Energy Export Policy, 2020 |
This policy aims to facilitate renewable energy projects by providing land on lease, attracting investments, and promoting manufacturing. |
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03.01.2019 |
Government of Andhra Pradesh Energy (Power.II) Department |
Andhra Pradesh Solar Power Policy-2018 |
This policy aims to increase solar power generation in Andhra Pradesh by 5,000 MW in the next five years. It offers incentives for various types of solar projects. |
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13.10.2022 |
Government of Assam |
Assam Renewable Energy Policy, 2022 |
It aims to increase Assam's renewable energy capacity to 1200 MW by 2027. It outlines various initiatives to promote solar energy, including rooftop solar, solar parks, and captive solar power plants. The policy also provides incentives and guidelines for businesses and individuals to invest in renewable energy projects. |
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08.06.2017 |
Government of Bihar, Energy Department |
Bihar Policy for Promotion of Bihar New & Renewable Energy Sources 2017 |
The policy aims to increase renewable energy capacity, attract private investment, and promote decentralized energy solutions. It sets targets for solar, biomass, and hydropower, offers incentives for developers, and addresses issues like grid connection and land availability. |
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20.11.2020 |
Chhattisgarh Government Energy Department |
Chhattisgarh State Solar Energy Policy 2017-27 (as amended) |
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Goa Energy Development Agency (GEDA) |
Goa State Solar Policy – 2017 |
This policy aims to promote solar power generation in the state. It outlines various categories for generating solar power, including prosumers and producers. It also provides incentives and subsidies to encourage solar power adoption. |
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04.10.2023 |
Government of Gujarat Energy and Petrochemicals Department |
Gujarat Renewable Energy Policy-2023 |
This policy aims to increase the share of renewable energy and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. It provides incentives for renewable energy projects and aims to facilitate substantial augmentation of renewable energy capacity by 2030. |
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14.03.2016 |
HARYANA GOVERNMENT RENEWABLE ENERGY DEPARTMENT |
Haryana Solar Power Policy, 2016 |
This policy include provisions for reserved capacity for small generators, revised definitions for ground-mounted megawatt scale power plants and panchayat land, and exemptions for wheeling, transmission, and distribution charges. Additionally, clarifications have been provided regarding eligible rooftops for solar power plant installation. |
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HIMURJA |
Himachal Pradesh Energy Policy – 2021 |
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05.07.2022 |
GOVERNMENT OF JHARKHAND DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY |
JHARKHAND STATE SOLAR POLICY 2022 |
This policy aims to increase solar energy adoption in the state. It outlines a target of 4000 MW cumulative solar capacity by 2027, focusing on both utility-scale and distributed solar projects. |
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16.04.2022 |
Government of Karnataka |
Karnataka Renewable Energy Policy 2022-2027 |
This policy aims to significantly expand the state's renewable energy capacity, attract investment, and establish Karnataka as a leader in the clean energy transition. |
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25.11.2013 |
Power Department |
Kerala Solar Energy Policy 2013 |
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18.08.2022 |
Department of New and Renewable Energy |
Madhya Pradesh Renewable Energy Policy-2022t |
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11.05.2022 |
Department of Industries, Energy and Labour, Maharashtra |
Transmission Linked / Non-Transmission Integrated Renewable Energy Strategy-2020, Maharashtra |
This government notification from Maharashtra State provides detailed information on registration, grid connection, timelines, fees, technical requirements, and grid integration for solar and wind energy projects. The objective of this notification is to promote investment in the renewable energy sector and encourage clean energy generation in the state. |
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31.12.2020 |
Department of Industries, Energy and Labour, Maharashtra |
Part-1 – New and Renewable (Unconventional) Energy of the State Transmission of power generation from sources for attached projects
Integrated Policy-2020, Maharashtra and Part-II – New and Renewable State Transmission of power generation from (unconventional) energy sources Integrated Policy for Projects – 2020, Maharashtra |
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30.06.2022 |
Department of Industries, Energy and Labour, Maharashtra |
In the Non-Conventional Energy Generation Policy-2020, the government is sanctioning the improvement of non-conventional energy projects/providing financial assistance and facilities. |
Maharashtra's latest renewable energy policy introduces significant incentives to promote solar, wind, and other clean energy projects. By offering tax breaks, extending deadlines, and increasing renewable energy quotas, the government is aiming to achieve its ambitious renewable energy targets. |
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24.12.2014 |
GOVERNMENT OF MANIPUR SECRETARIAT: SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT |
MANIPUR GRID INTERACTIVE ROOFTOP SOLAR PHOTO-VOLTAIC (SPV) POWER POLICY, 2014 |
The policy aims to promote the use of solar energy by providing a framework for installing solar panels on rooftops throughout the state.
It also offers financial assistance from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) for installing solar panels. |
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24.02.2017 |
Power & Electricity Department |
SOLAR POWER POLICY OF MIZORAM – 2017 |
This policy aims to promote the development and use of solar energy in Mizoram. It offers incentives for both grid-connected and off-grid solar projects, with a target of achieving 80 MW of solar capacity by 2022. |
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30.11.2022 |
ENERGY DEPARTMENT |
Odisha Renewable Energy Policy, 2022 |
This policy aims to establish a robust framework for Odisha to transition towards energy transition through higher adoption of renewable energy (RE). The policy outlines specific measures for various RE technologies and provides incentives to promote their development. |
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6.10.2023 |
Government of Rajasthan Energy Department |
Rajasthan Renewable Energy Policy, 2023 |
This policy aims to make Rajasthan a major contributor to India's renewable energy goals. It sets a target of installing 90,000 MW of renewable energy capacity by 2029-30, focusing on solar, wind, and hydro power. |
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30.08.2019 |
GOVERNMENT OF SIKKIM POWER DEPARTMENT |
Grid Connected Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic System Policy for Sikkim – 2019 |
The Government of Sikkim has launched a Grid Connected Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic System Policy to promote renewable energy and reduce dependence on hydropower. The policy aims to achieve 50 MW of solar rooftop capacity by 2022 and offers various incentives to encourage adoption. The State Government has also mandated GRPV installation for new buildings and industries. |
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04.02.2019 |
GOVERNMENT OF TAMIL NADU Energy Department |
Tamil Nadu Solar Energy Policy 2019 |
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10.06.2015 |
Southern Power Distribution Company of Telangana Limited |
TELANGANA SOLAR POWER POLICY – 2015 |
This policy requires solar power project developers to inject power at an appropriate voltage into the nearest TSTRANSCO/TSSPDCL substation. Developers must lay the evacuation line to the interconnection point at their own cost with TSSPDCL/TSTRANSCO approval. |
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Government of Uttar Pradesh |
Uttar Pradesh Solar Energy Policy 2022 |
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Uttarakhand Government |
Uttarakhand State Solar Policy, 2023 |
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05.06.2012 |
Govt. of West Bengal Department of Power & Non-conventional Energy Sources |
Policy on Co-generation and Generation of Electricity from Renewable Sources of Energy |
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Department of Power, Government of NCT of Delhi |
Delhi Solar Policy, 2016 |
This policy aims to promote rapid adoption of solar power in Delhi to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower energy costs. The policy outlines targets for solar power generation, incentives for consumers, and regulatory measures to facilitate solar plant installations. It also emphasizes the importance of public-private partnerships and awareness creation to drive market adoption. |
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19.02.2016 |
Government of Puducherry Chief Secretariat (ENVIRONMENT) |
SOLAR ENERGY POLICY-2015 |
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18.03.2013 |
Department of Science and Technology, Jammu & Kashmir |
Solar Power Policy for Jammu & Kashmir 2013 |
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21.02.2017 |
Department of Science and Technology, Jammu & Kashmir |
Policy for Grid Connected Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic Power Plants-2016 (Net Metering Based) Jammu & Kashmir |
The policy aims to promote solar energy in Jammu and Kashmir by providing incentives and guidelines for setting up rooftop solar power plants. It outlines eligibility criteria, capacity targets, net metering procedures, and subsidies available to individuals and businesses. |
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