A new dawn: rise of a new energy regime in India and the world

Abstract

Mankind has shared a deep relationship with energy and its sources since their initial discovery. Energy has helped humans prosper but today it has created a multi-faceted problem. The reckless use of fossil fuels has polluted our environment and a large number of humans live without access to any reliable sources of energy. Due to its non-polluting nature and decentralized character, renewable energy can be an effective solution to these issues. While there are international efforts to promote renewable energy, national policies and implementation play a very important role in its actual expansion. One of the countries at the forefront of the transition to renewable energy is India. Although there has been substantial growth of renewable energy in India, the domestic policies need to undergo major changes to make the transition to renewable energy a success. Under this transitional process, a special emphasis is needed on persons without access to reliable sources of energy.