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Energy Statistics India 2025

Energy Statistics India 2025: Key Highlights from the NSO Report

The National Statistical Office (NSO) has released its annual Energy Statistics India 2025 report, providing a comprehensive overview of the country’s energy scenario. The report covers vital data on energy reserves, installed capacity, production, and consumption across conventional and renewable sources.

1. Energy Supply and Consumption Trends

Total Primary Energy Supply (TPES):
- India’s TPES grew by 7.8% in 2023–24, demonstrating resilience amid global energy market volatility.
- TPES includes energy from domestic production, net imports (imports minus exports), and excludes energy used for international transport.
Per Capita Energy Consumption:
- Increased from 14,682 MegaJoules (MJ) in 2014–15 to 18,410 MJ in 2023–24, reflecting a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 2.55%.
- This rise indicates greater energy access, improved quality of life, and expanding electrification.
Sector-wise Energy Use:
- The industrial sector remains the largest energy consumer:
  - Consumption rose from 2.42 lakh Kilo Tonnes of Oil Equivalent (KToE) in 2014–15 to 3.12 lakh KToE in 2023–24.
- Transport and residential sectors also saw increased consumption due to urbanization and infrastructure growth.

2. Renewable Energy: Accelerating the Transition

India is making significant strides toward clean energy, aligning with its climate goals and net-zero commitment by 2070.

Renewable Energy Potential:

Estimated at 21 lakh MW (2100 GW), with the majority potential in:

Source	Estimated Potential (in GW)	% Share of Total Potential
Solar Power	~748 GW	35.5%
Wind Power	~1,024 GW	48.5%
Small Hydro Power	~21 GW	1.0%
Biomass Power	~28 GW	1.3%
Bagasse Cogeneration	~10 GW	0.5%
Waste-to-Energy	~5 GW	0.2%
Offshore Wind	~70 GW	3.3%
Others (Hybrid, etc.)	~203 GW	~9.6%

Installed Renewable Energy Capacity:

Jumped from 81,000 MW (2015) to 2,00,000 MW (2024) – a 2.5x increase in less than a decade.
Renewables now account for nearly 43% of India’s total installed electricity capacity.

Renewable Energy Generation:

Increased from 2 lakh GWh in 2014–15 to 3.7 lakh GWh in 2023–24, reducing reliance on coal and helping curb emissions.

3. State-wise Renewable Energy Potential

A few states dominate India’s renewable energy map due to favorable geography, solar irradiation, and wind speeds:

State	Share in National Renewable Potential
Rajasthan	20.3%
Maharashtra	11.8%
Gujarat	10.5%
Karnataka	9.8%
Total	>50% of India’s renewable potential

Rajasthan leads in solar power potential due to its high solar insolation and vast arid land.
Gujarat and Tamil Nadu are strong in wind energy capacity.
Karnataka has made significant investments in solar parks and wind-solar hybrid systems.

Other Notable Insights from the Report

Electricity Access:
- Nearly 100% village electrification has been achieved, with efforts now focused on 24x7 reliable power supply and last-mile connectivity under schemes like Saubhagya and Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS).
Energy Efficiency:
- Programs like UJALA (LED distribution) and PAT (Perform, Achieve, Trade) have contributed to energy savings equivalent to over 100 billion kWh annually.
Fossil Fuel Dependency:
- Despite growth in renewables, coal still accounts for about 55% of electricity generation, underlining the need for faster clean energy transition.