Correct option is A
Potential of Renewable Energy Sources in India: 1.
(D) Geothermal Energy:
· India has limited geothermal potential due to its geological characteristics. While certain regions, like the Puga Valley (Ladakh) and Manikaran (Himachal Pradesh), show promise, geothermal energy's potential is relatively minimal compared to other sources.
2.
(B) Biomass Energy:
· Biomass has a significant but moderate potential in India, primarily due to agricultural residues and waste. Estimates suggest around
25 GW of potential capacity from biomass-based energy.
3.
(C) Wind Energy:
· Wind energy has substantial potential in India, especially in coastal areas and regions like Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, and Maharashtra. India's estimated wind energy potential is around
302 GW at 100-meter hub heights.
4.
(A) Solar Energy:
· Solar energy has the highest potential in India due to its vast land area and favorable climatic conditions, with an estimated potential exceeding
750 GW of installed capacity.
Information Booster: India has set ambitious renewable energy targets as part of its commitment to sustainable development:
· Achieve
500 GW of non-fossil fuel-based capacity by 2030.
· Expand solar and wind installations significantly under initiatives like the
National Solar Mission and
Wind Power Development Programme.
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Geothermal Energy: While promising, its adoption is limited by high initial costs and localized resources.
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Biomass Energy: A sustainable option that also addresses agricultural waste management, though constrained by resource availability and logistics.
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Wind Energy: Its potential depends on wind speeds and infrastructure; however, it faces intermittency challenges.
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Solar Energy: With decreasing costs of solar panels and abundant sunlight, solar energy is leading India’s renewable energy expansion.
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