India formulates offshore wind energy policy

The Indian government is working on an Offshore Wind Energy policy.

A group was set up to evolve a set of policy parameters.

Preliminary assessments show that there is a potential of I GW of power in the North of Rameshwaram and another 1 GW in the South of Kaniyakumari.

The Directorate General on Hydrocarbons has submitted a paper on the subject.

The paper recommends that wind resources off the Indian coasts will need to be assessed in the first instance to pin-point the areas most suitable for offshore wind firms.

Such an assessment will have to be made keeping in view other relevant factors such as oil/gas fields, shipping lanes etc. which will require clearance of all concerned government departments.

It also recommends that the provisions of EIA notification 2006, CRZ clearances, Merchant Shipping Act 1958

A project proposal where wind energy potential has been assessed would be taken up for appraisal and approval by the government.

A fast track clearance mechanism is also being sought to be put in place.

Also Read

How Vietnam can unleash its offshore wind potential

Carbon market for Asia-Pacific region pushed

Since you're here...

...there are many ways you can work with us to advertise your company and connect to your customers. Our team can help you dight and create an advertising campaign, in print and digital, on this website and in print magazine.

We can also organize a real life or digital event for you and find thought leader speakers as well as industry leaders, who could be your potential partners, to join the event. We also run some awards programmes which give you an opportunity to be recognized for your achievements during the year and you can join this as a participant or a sponsor.

Let us help you drive your business forward with a good partnership!

I want to download the media kit