Dehradun, March 1 -- Uttarakhand is rapidly establishing itself as a significant contributor to India's renewable energy landscape, with ambitious initiatives in solar and hydropower sectors driving both environmental sustainability and economic growth in the Himalayan state.

Under the Uttarakhand Solar Energy Policy 2023, the state has set an ambitious target of producing 2,500 megawatts of solar energy. This comprehensive policy allocates 1,100 megawatts for utility-scale projects, 750 megawatts for domestic consumption, and 350 megawatts for institutional use.

To date, 575 megawatts of solar projects have received approval, with 235 megawatts currently under development.

A cornerstone of Uttarakhand's renewable energy strategy is th...