Investing in tech, workforce to reach 100 GW of wind energy target by 2030: IWTMA

India's wind energy sector is making significant strides towards achieving the ambitious target of 100 GW of production by 2030, according to the Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association (IWTMA). The country currently has an installed wind energy capacity of over 50 GW and an annual domestic manufacturing capacity of over 18 GW for wind turbines and components. Leading players such as Suzlon, Nordex, Windar, Senvion, Envision, Siemens Gamesa, Flender, ZF Wind Power, Aditya Birla Advanced Materials, Vestas, GE Vernova, and Inox Wind manufacture critical parts within the country, supporting both domestic demand and India's emergence as a potential global export hub for wind equipment. The wind energy sector is set to become a major employment generator, with renewable sector hiring expected to grow by 19% in FY25, contributing thousands of jobs across manufacturing, installation, operations, and maintenance. Over 55% of the workforce is between 26 and 35 years old, positioning wind as a future-focused employer for young Indians.
The industry is fully aligned with the government's clean energy vision. It invests in capacity, technology innovation, and workforce development to achieve the 2030 target. At a recent high-level meeting with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), IWTMA outlined the industry's readiness to scale manufacturing and advance the 'Make in India' mission. Wind power is key in ensuring grid stability by complementing solar energy and providing affordable, round-the-clock green electricity. IWTMA stressed the need for continued policy support, streamlined regulations, and improvements in infrastructure and testing facilities to realise the sector's full potential. With strong policy support and a future-ready industrial base, India's wind industry is poised to power the next chapter of the country's green growth story, said the CEO of IWTMA, Mr. Aditya Pyasi.

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