The Chairperson of the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) warned that India's electric grid faces 'dangerous' oscillations due to the fluctuating nature of renewable energy sources like solar and wind
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Why in news
The Chairperson of the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) warned that India's electric grid faces 'dangerous' oscillations due to the fluctuating nature of renewable energy sources like solar and wind.
Background
India added 48 GW of renewable capacity in 2025 but faces grid instability and lack of battery storage. Between May and December 2025, approximately 2,300 gigawatt-hours of solar power were curtailed due to these grid limitations.
Facts for Prelims
- FactIndia added 48 GW of renewable capacity in 2025.
- Fact2,300 gigawatt-hours of solar power were curtailed between May and December 2025.
- FactIndia aims to reach nearly four times current renewable capacity by 2047.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the technical and infrastructural challenges in integrating high-penetration renewable energy into India's national grid and suggest measures to mitigate grid oscillations.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Grid stability: Technical limitations in managing voltage fluctuations from intermittent solar and wind sources
- Storage deficit: Insufficient battery energy storage systems (BESS) leading to significant power curtailment
- Modernization gap: Need for 'smart' grid technologies to facilitate rapid switching between power sources
Keywords: Grid Stability · Renewable Integration · Power Curtailment · Smart Grid · Energy Transition
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