1. CURRENT SCENARIO AND ROAD MAP
HYDRO
INDIAN CONTEXT
Chetan Patil - 23020344019
Dushyant Tyagi - 23020344023
Eshank Dubey - 23020344024
Selva Ganesh - 23020344053
Saptarshi Choudhury - 23020344051
Sherin Shaji - 23020344055
Varsha D - 23020344068
2. Generation -166.28
billion units
(2022-23)
Exports elecrticity
-(1403MW)2.6%
of total
Hydropower
Improved Grid
connectivity
National
Transmission Grid
Policy, 2014
The highest dam in
India Tehri dam
(260 m)
Capacity-1000MW
Know when to
ask for help
INSTALLED capacities
(Secorwise)
India-197 Hydro
Electric Power
Plants
Capacity vs Generation(INDIA)
Hydro Power
market CAGR-
7.13%(2023-28
CURRENT SENARIO
3. CURRENT SENARIO
India ranks 5th in terms of exploitable hydro-potential on global scenario. India is endowed with economically
exploitable hydro-power potential to the tune of 1 48 700 MW of installed capacity.
In addition, 56 number of pumped storage projects have also
been identified with probable installed capacity of 94 000 MW.
Hydro-potential from small, mini & micro schemes has been
estimated as 6 782 MW from 1512 sites. Thus, in totality India is
endowed with hydro-potential of about 2 50 000 MW.
However, only 15% of the hydroelectric potential has been
harnessed so far and 7% is under various stages of
development.
Thus, 78% of the potential remains without any plan for
exploitation
Basin/Rivers Probable Installed Capacity (MW)
Zndus Basin 33,832
Ganga Basin 20,711
Central Indian River system 4,152
Western Flowing Rivers of southern India 9,430
Eastern Flowing Rivers of southern India 14,511
Brahmaputra Basin 66,065
Total 1,48,701
5. Installed capacity: 46,850 MW (as of
May 2023)
Focus on new projects: Priority
given to projects commissioned
after April 2024 for energy
generation.
Streamlining approvals: Efforts to
simplify regulations and
environmental clearances.
Pumped storage: Promoting
development as a national strategy
for long-term energy storage.
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Significant capacity addition:
Aiming for substantial growth in
hydropower capacity through
ongoing projects.
Transmission and distribution:
Upgradation of grid infrastructure
to handle increased hydro power
generation.
R&R policy: Implementing a
comprehensive and just
resettlement and rehabilitation
policy for affected communities.
500 GW non-fossil energy capacity:
Achievement of the long-term
target
Grid integration: A robust and
efficient grid system to manage
large-scale integration of
renewable energy sources.
Sustainable development:
Hydropower sector contributing to
India's overall clean energy
transition and sustainable
development goals.
Mid-size projects: Increased focus
on developing mid-size hydropower
projects (up to 200-500 MW).
Small hydro: Continued support and
promotion of small hydro projects
(less than 25 MW) for remote areas.
Private sector participation:
Incentives and policies to attract
private investment in the sector.
Reaching 50 GW target: Efforts to
achieve the ambitious goal of 50 GW
non-fossil energy capacity by 2030.
Innovation and technology: Investing
in research and development for
improved efficiency and sustainability
Focus on environmental and social
sustainability: Balancing energy needs
with environmental protection and
social responsibility.
Continued development and
modernization of the hydro sector:
Optimizing existing projects,
exploring new technologies, and
addressing emerging challenges.
Hydropower as a key solution for
long-term energy security and
sustainability: Meeting future
energy needs with a reliable and
clean source.
ROADMAP
6. National Renewable Energy Policy 2022 : Ambitious targets, including 100 GW of
hydropower by 2030.
1.
National Hydropower Policy 2018: Aims to prevent a decline in hydropower's
share and encourages further exploitation of its potential.
2.
Green Corridor Policy, 2013: financial incentives, concessional tariffs, and
expedited approval processes for developers, reducing costs and time to connect
hydro projects to the grid, enhancing their viability.
3.
Electricity Act 2003: legal framework for the generation, transmission,
distribution, and trading of electricity, including hydropower.
4.
Small Hydro Development : Promotes small hydro projects(<25 MW) for faster
implementation, lower environmental impact, and providing clean energy to
remote areas.
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GOVERNMENT POLICIES
8. LIMITED FINANCING OPTION
ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL IMPACTS
REGULATORY AND POLICY RISKS
UNCERTAINITY OF HYDROLOGICAL RISKS
HIGH INITIAL COSTS 1
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FINANCIAL CONCERNS
9. MITIGATING CHALLENGES
The major steps to Mitigate Challenges are:
Advance and latest
technology is the
primary focus to be
adopted by all new
plants.
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Mission to make hydro
power economically
attractive by making
private sector
involvement strong
Develop planned
infrastructure for the
proper use of
resources.
Raise the level of
Diplomacy to
overcome law and
order issue and inter-
state issues.
Improve quality of
planning and
investigation and
reduce construction
delays.
Governing of project
commissioning and
construction monitoring
activities should be properly
validated, to reduce the
slippages of projects.
Undertake Research &
Development to harness
maximum power, to
minimize gas emission &
other geological surprises.
Refining regulatory and policy
framework at country/trans
boundary, building capacity
among builders, government &
electricity companies, to
enhance transparency for
stakeholders.
10. PRIVATE SECTOR
Participation
The private sector's share of hydropower
generation capacity in India is less than 10%. This
is lower than the renewable energy sector's 96%
and the thermal power generation segment's 36%.
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The private sector accounts for 3,200 MW of
India's total installed hydropower capacity of about
45,000 MW. JSW Energy, led by Sajjan Jindal,
accounts for 1,300 MW of this
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Further, 73 schemes (17268 MW) have been offered
for development in Private sector by different
states in the country.
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During 11th &12th Plan, Capacity Addition through
Private Sector is about 23 % and 24%
respectively.
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11. Address Environmental Concerns
Collaboration with Academic
Institutions
Technology Innovation Fund
Invest in Technology and Address Challenges
Allocate resources for research on environmentally
friendly hydropower technologies and practices.
This includes measures to mitigate the impact on
aquatic ecosystems and local biodiversity.
This collaboration can bring in new ideas,
talent, and technological advancements to the
hydropower sector.
This fund can support innovations, new
equipment, and efficient systems to enhance
the overall performance of hydropower
projects.
Research and
Development
12. Subsidies and Grants
Low-Interest Loans
Tax Benefits
Financial Support for Hydro Projects
Providing financial incentives, subsidies, and
grants can help in making the initial investment
more attractive for investors.
Low-interest loans reduce the financial burden
on developers and making the projects more
economically viable.
Implement tax benefits and exemptions
to attract private investments and
promote growth in the sector.
Incentives and
Support
13. SUBANSIRI LOWER
HYDROELECTRIC
PROJECT
Operator(s) NHPC Limited
Commission date 2016-2018 (est.)
Turbines 8 × 250 MW Francis-type
Installed capacity 2,000 MW (max. planned)
Annual generation 7,421 GW·h
Location: Arunachal Pradesh, India
The Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project is a run-of-the-river
hydroelectric project
Project Status: Under construction
Project Start Date: September 9, 2003
Expected Completion Date: September 2023
After completion, it will be the largest project in terms of Power
generation capacity
112-meter-high concrete gravity dam
15. Resources
Ministry of Power and BEE unfold new renewable roadmap for 2030:
[https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/energy/power/how-traditional-power-behemoths-are-transitioning-to-
renewable-energy/articleshow/87952574.cms](https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/energy/power/how-
traditional-power-behemoths-are-transitioning-to-renewable-energy/articleshow/87952574.cms)
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Roadmap and Policy Interventions and Key Drivers to Accelerate Development of Mid- Size (up to 200-500 MW) Hydro
Power Projects:
(https://wecindia.in/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Road-Map-and-Policy-Interventions-Key-Drivers-to-accelerate-
development-of-mid-size-Up-to-200-500-MW-Hydro-Power-Projects-in-India-by-2050_14_12_22-.pdf)
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India's Climate & Energy Dashboard - Hydro Power Sources in India:* [https://iced.niti.gov.in/](https://iced.niti.gov.in/)
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