India has surpassed Brazil to become the world’s third-largest country in installed renewable energy capacity, according to IRENA. The milestone follows record renewable energy additions during 2025–26, driven by rapid solar and wind expansion.
India has overtaken Brazil to become the world’s third-largest country in installed renewable energy capacity, driven by record additions in solar and wind power during 2025–26. The achievement marks a major milestone in the country’s clean energy transition and long-term climate ambitions.
India has climbed to the third position globally in installed renewable energy capacity, surpassing Brazil, according to the latest Renewable Energy Statistics 2026 released by International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
The country now holds 283.5 GW of non-fossil fuel-based power capacity, placing it behind only China, which leads with 2,258.02 GW, and the United States at 467.92 GW. India achieved the milestone after adding a record 55.3 GW of renewable energy capacity during 2025–26.
Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi announced the development, highlighting India’s rapid progress in expanding solar, wind, and other clean energy sources. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy described the achievement as a significant step towards building a low-carbon and energy-secure future.
The sharp rise in renewable installations is expected to strengthen India’s position in global climate discussions while reducing dependence on fossil fuels. Industry experts attribute the growth to strong policy support, rising investments, and large-scale renewable energy deployment across multiple states.
India’s clean energy expansion is also aligned with its long-term target of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030. The continued pace of renewable additions is positioning the country as one of the fastest-growing clean energy markets globally and reinforcing its ambitions to emerge as a global leader in sustainable energy development.