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Detailed explanation-1: -Renewables Integration in India 2021 is the latest result of our collaboration with NITI Aayog. This report suggests ways for India to securely maximise the amount and value of solar and wind power in its electricity system.

Detailed explanation-2: -During the last 7.5 years, if large hydro is included, the share of renewable energy in electric installed capacity is estimated to be about 38.27 percent (as of October 2021) and its share in electric energy generation is estimated to be about 26.96 percent (for the month of August 2021).

Detailed explanation-3: -Rajasthan has the highest solar power generation potential of any state in the country. The state recently surpassed Karnataka as the leading state in solar installations. As of December 2022, Rajasthan’s operational solar power projects produced roughly 16, 060 MW of solar energy.

Detailed explanation-4: -The same report shows the largest producer of “clean” energy is Norway, where 99% of the energy produced comes from renewable sources. New Zealand, with 80.9% of renewable energy, surpassed Brazil (which fell one position compared to 2020 and currently ranks third with 78.4%) and takes second place.

Detailed explanation-5: -The NITI Aayog released a report on “Renewables Integration in India” in July 2021. Renewable integration refers to incorporating generation, transmission, and distribution of renewable energy in the mainstream power system. The report recommends ways to integrate the increasing share of renewable energy capacity.