INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

India's push for green energy is at the heart of its sustainable development. This push is driven by ambitious renewable energy targets (500 GW by 2030), massive investments, robust policies (such as Production-Linked Incentives for solar), and initiatives for grid modernization (BESS) to meet the ever-increasing demand for energy while simultaneously combating climate change, creating jobs, and boosting economic growth through solar, wind, and other clean sources. This aligns India's national goals with global sustainability efforts. The commitment that India has made to green energy is very revolutionary, since it connects the goals of national development with those of global sustainability. Using its tremendous renewable potential, India is paving the path for a cleaner, more prosperous, and more sustainable energy future for all of its population. This is being accomplished via the implementation of laws that are supportive, technological innovation, and major investment. By examining installed capacity, spending, and capacity addition data, the report highlights India's unwavering dedication to a more environmentally friendly future. Variations in funding and capacity expansions demonstrate the country's flexibility and will to overcome obstacles. India has made significant progress in lowering carbon emissions and enhancing energy security by embracing greener energy sources like solar, wind, hydropower, biomass, and geothermal energy. India's trajectory is a monument to the transforming ability of sustainable development in the face of these changes. The country's unwavering course, driven by strong laws and cutting-edge technology, demonstrates how environmental preservation and human advancement may coexist peacefully. In the end, the study presents a clear picture of India's critical role in international initiatives to reduce climate change, promote economic expansion, and improve communities through sustainable development powered by renewable energy.

Keywords: green energy; sustainable development; BESS