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The country’s solar generation story is becoming increasingly concentrated in a handful of states. According to the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), India generated 62,791.14 MU of solar power, an increase of 45.9 percent from 43,044.62 MU during the same period last year.
The government said surplus foodgrains are used for ethanol production only after meeting food security obligations, while highlighting the programme's contribution to energy security, lower crude imports and higher farmer incomes.
The government has clarified that there is no proposal to increase ethanol blending beyond 20%, reaffirming E20's safety and highlighting its economic, environmental and energy security benefits.
PSU oil marketing companies have invested ₹49,577 crore in ethanol procurement up to June of ESY 2025–26, with 501 ethanol manufacturing units registered under the Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme as of July 16, 2026.
Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission has proposed a new tariff framework for renewable energy projects, with competitive bidding set to remain the primary procurement route.
Oil Green Energy and Hindustan Waste Treatment have formed a joint venture for developing bioenergy and sustainable waste management projects in the country.
India’s energy transition is being reshaped by the twin pressures of cost and security, with low-cost solar emerging as a key lever alongside broader system reforms.