Colorful_Solar_Wind_Tidal_India and differences .pptx

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1. Solar, Wind & Tidal Energy in India Comparative study: Cost, Efficiency & Feasibility

2. Quick Snapshot Solar: Lowest cost (~USD 0.038/kWh, 2024). Wind: Slightly higher but reliable (~USD 0.048/kWh). Tidal: High potential but costly (~USD 0.14/kWh, pilot scale).

3. Solar Energy — India Efficiency: 15–22%. Feasibility: Excellent in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Telangana. India among the world’s top solar markets with record installations.

4. Wind Energy — India Efficiency: 25–35% capacity factor. Feasibility: Strong coastal and hilly states — TN, KA, GJ, MH. Growing focus on offshore wind projects post-2024.

5. Tidal Energy — India Potential: 12.5 GW theoretical (Gulf of Khambhat, Kutch, Sundarbans). Predictable & consistent energy source. Challenges: High installation cost, few pilot projects.

6. Comparison Summary Solar: Most economical & rapidly deployable. Wind: Reliable, higher maintenance costs. Tidal: Predictable, expensive currently. Combination (solar+wind) gives best reliability for India.

7. Recommendations Short term: Focus on solar & onshore wind. Medium term: Invest in offshore & hybrid systems. Long term: Develop tidal pilot projects and R&D.

8. References IRENA (2024) — Renewable cost trends. GWEC (2024) — Wind market outlook. CSTEP — Tidal feasibility reports. NREL — LCOE benchmarks (2023–2025).