India’s Wind Energy Capacity Dips in Q2 2024

• India added 770 MW of wind energy capacity in Q2 2024, a 32% decline YoY from 1,139.9 MW in Q2 2023, and a 33% decrease QoQ.
• The drop was attributed to delays in grid connectivity, land availability issues, and early monsoon impacts. Karnataka led with 450 MW, followed by Tamil Nadu (186 MW), Gujarat (130 MW), and Maharashtra (4.2 MW).
• The cumulative installed wind capacity reached 46.6 GW as of June 2024, up 1.7% from March 2024. Gujarat remains the leader in installed capacity, with Tamil Nadu and Karnataka following.
• The Union Cabinet approved ₹74 billion for offshore wind projects and revised the repowering policy to boost the wind sector.

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