Wind Energy and Its Role in Achieving Net-Zero Targets
                     WIND ENERGY 
AND ITS ROLE 
IN ACHIEVING 
NET-ZERO 
TARGETS
Achieving net-zero targets is one of the most pressing challenges of our time, 
and wind energy is emerging as a critical enabler in this transition. Unlike fossil 
fuels that release greenhouse gases, wind power offers a clean and abundant 
resource that can be scaled rapidly. 
As of early 2025, India has already installed over 
50 GW of wind energy capacity, and the Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers 
Association (IWTMA) aims to double this to 100 GW by 2030. This progress 
signals more than capacity growth; it reflects a structural shift in India’s energy 
strategy toward sustainability. With wind-rich states like Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, 
and Karnataka leading development, and companies like Jindal India 
Renewable Energy Limited (JIRE) actively investing in hybrid systems and 
storage solutions, wind energy is positioned as a cornerstone of India’s net-zero 
roadmap.
WHY WIND 
MATTERS FOR 
NET‑ZERO
Wind energy addresses several decarbonisation priorities:
• It significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions compared to coal.
• It offsets imported fossil fuels and improves energy security.
• Combined with storage, it helps maintain grid stability and reduces 
reliance on non‑renewable backup.
• It enables cleaner industrial and commercial power generation.
For a populous and growing economy like India, where energy demand and 
emissions both rise, wind energy offers a viable, scalable solution to meet 
power needs sustainably.
OFFSHORE AND 
FLOATING WIND 
FARM
1. Wind energy captures the power of the wind to generate renewable electricity. Onshore and offshore wind farms generate power by spinning wind turbine blades. These turbines convert the 
kinetic energy of the spinning blades into electric energy, providing a sustainable energy source.
2. Advancements in turbine technology, such as taller towers, longer blades, and smarter control systems, are enabling higher efficiency per unit of land, a key benefit in land-
constrained India.
Moreover, offshore wind and floating turbine farms are set to open deeper waters off Gujarat 
3. and Tamil Nadu to development in the coming years.
WIND ENERGY IN INDIA: 
KEY TO NET‑ZERO 
India is charting a courAse toM1. ward
B itsI nTet‑IzOero gNoalSs with wind energy at the core of 
its efforts. Wind turbines harness kinetic energy from air currents, turning breezes 
into clean electricity with minimal emissions. India ranks fourth globally in wind power 
capacity, thanks to strong wind zones in Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka.
2. The operational costs of wind energy are notably low once turbines are installed, and 
the consistent output helps stabilise energy prices over time. As fossil fuels phase 
out, wind energy offers a scalable, cost-effective avenue for decarbonisation.
POLICY SUPPORT AND 
GROWTH DRIVERS
1. Wind‑Solar Hybrid Policy and Green Energy Corridor initiatives 
further support the integration and transmission of wind-generated 
electricity across regions.
2. The private sector plays a pivotal role. Jindal India Renewable 
Energy Limited (JIRE) has entered the wind energy sector through 
strategic investment and exploration, demonstrating a long-term 
commitment to the sector. 
CONCLUSION
Wind energy is no longer a peripheral contributor; it is at the heart of India’s 
mission to achieve net-zero emissions. This sector delivers multiple benefits: 
reducing dependency on fossil fuels, cutting emissions, and enhancing energy 
security. With advances in turbine technology, hybrid renewable projects, and 
large-scale energy storage solutions, wind energy promises reliable and cost-
effective green power for decades to come.
Jindal India Renewable Energy Limited (JIRE) is reinforcing this shift through 
strategic investments and integrated solutions that combine wind, solar, and 
battery storage, ensuring continuity and resilience in renewable supply. The 
road to net zero will demand collaboration between government, industry, and 
innovators, and wind energy will remain a pivotal force shaping a cleaner, more 
sustainable future for India.