The era of "free" excess renewable energy is not over, as renewable sources are fundamentally free and inexhaustible. However, the concept of "excess" renewable energy and the "free" aspect is more announced than it appears. Renewable energy is becoming more integrated into our energy systems through advanced technology and grid management, but this transition is not without its costs, and it has to be carefully managed and supported with new infrastructure. The nature of renewable energyRenewable sources are inherently free:- Sources like sunshine, wind, and water are not being depleted, meaning they are effectively free as a resource.

The era of "free" excess renewable energy is not over, as renewable sources are fundamentally free and inexhaustible. However, the concept of "excess" renewable energy and the "free" aspect is more announced than it appears. 
Renewable energy is becoming more integrated into our energy systems through advanced technology and grid management, but this transition is not without its costs, and it has to be carefully managed and supported with new infrastructure. 
The nature of renewable energy
Renewable sources are inherently free:-
 Sources like sunshine, wind, and water are not being depleted, meaning they are effectively free as a resource.

Energy costs are real: -
The costs associated with renewable energy are not for the source itself but for the infrastructure needed to harness, store, and distribute it.
The “excess” has changed: -
Renewable energy has been growing faster than other energy forms since 2011. This growth is enabling a transition away from fossil fuels, but this transition is not seamless.
The challenge of excess: -
The intermittency of renewable energy sources is a challenge, as it creates a surplus of energy at certain times and a deficit at others. Managing this requires energy storage, smart grids, and a diverse energy mix. 
The transition to a new energy system
Infrastructure and investment:- 
The transition to a new energy system requires massive investments in new infrastructure, including renewable energy plants, transmission lines, and storage systems.
Grid integration and management: -
The existing grid was built around a system of centralized fossil fuel plants. Integrating a large amount of distributed renewable energy requires a modernized, smarter, and more flexible grid.
The cost of transition: -
While the long-term benefits are significant, the initial costs of this transition are substantial. However, this is an investment in a more sustainable future, and the long-term cost savings from using free renewable resources will outweigh the initial investment.
Policy support: -
Governments and financial institutions must work together to accelerate the transition, provide financial incentives, and remove barriers that hinder the deployment of renewable energy. 
  Tripling renewable power and doubling energy efficiency 
by 2030: -crucial
Challenges and risks of using renewable energy sources

Overall capacity: -
India has achieved a significant milestone, with 50% of its installed electricity capacity now from non-fossil fuel sources, reaching 235.7 GW from non-fossil fuels by June 2025.
Solar power:-
 India has become the world's third-largest solar energy producer, with solar capacity increasing more than 39 times since 2014.
Wind power: -
India continues to rank fourth globally in wind power capacity, with Gujarat, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu leading new capacity additions in 2024.
Under implementation: -
India has a substantial pipeline of renewable energy projects, with 176.70 GW of projects under implementation and another 72.06 GW in the bidding stages. 

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