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India's Clean Energy Initiatives Projected to Generate 4.4 Million Jobs by 2030
India's clean energy goals may create 44 lakh jobs by 2030: Study
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A study by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water and the Natural Resources Defense Council estimates that India's clean energy initiatives, including a target of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity, could create over 44 lakh jobs by 2030, with rooftop solar leading job creation efforts.
- 01Rooftop solar is projected to generate about 43% of the total jobs, making it the largest employment driver in India's clean energy sector.
- 02The study indicates that 6.5 lakh jobs have already been added in clean energy from FY23 to FY26, with rooftop solar contributing 62% of these.
- 03The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy emphasizes the importance of involving people in the green transition for its success.
- 04The clean energy sector could create nearly 13 lakh jobs specifically in operations, maintenance, and manufacturing roles.
- 05Gender disparities persist, with women making up only 11% of the workforce in solar and wind sectors.
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A recent study by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) and the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) predicts that India's clean energy goals could generate over 44 lakh jobs by 2030. This includes achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity and initiatives under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. Rooftop solar is expected to be the largest contributor to job creation, accounting for approximately 43% of the projected employment. The study highlights that rooftop solar has already added 62% of the 6.5 lakh clean energy jobs created between FY23 and FY26. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) supports this transition, emphasizing that the focus on people is crucial for success. However, the report also points out significant gender disparities, noting that women represent only 11% of the workforce in solar and wind sectors. The clean energy sector is seen as vital for India's economic growth, energy security, and climate objectives.
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The growth of the clean energy sector is expected to create significant employment opportunities across various regions in India, particularly in rooftop solar.
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