The figure is the most optimistic scenario for 2020 outlined in the latest India Wind Energy Outlook, and compares to the 18GW currently in place in the country.

To achieve it, India will need to see measures such as a comprehensive renewable energy law, a uniform system of tariffs and significant improvements to the country’s grid, says the report – jointly released by the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), the Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers’ Association (IWTMA) and World Institute of Sustainable Energy (WISE).

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