Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Andhra Pradesh leads climate action through energy efficiency
Andhra Pradesh is working hard to use energy more efficiently and fight climate change.
The state has already made a lot of progress with renewable energy, like wind and solar power, and wants to do even more.
They plan to increase the amount of green space, like forests, to help the environment.
The state government is working with the national government to make these changes happen.
They want Andhra Pradesh to be a leader in India for taking care of the planet while also growing the economy.
Andhra Pradesh has achieved 37% renewable energy capacity out of its total installed power generation capacity of 21,457 MW.
The state aims to generate 160 GW of renewable energy through NREDCAP.
Andhra Pradesh plans to increase its green cover from 30% to 37% by 2030 and 50% by 2047.
The state government is committed to making Andhra Pradesh a leader in climate action and sustainable development.
The Chief Secretary, G Sai Prasad, unveiled a report on the impact of energy efficiency programs in coordination with EESL and APSECM.
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh Government, Government of India
- What
- Implementation of energy efficiency initiatives and climate action
- When
- Ongoing, with targets set for 2030 and 2047
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh, India
- Why
- To address climate change and promote sustainable economic development
State Government
National Government
Energy Efficiency Initiatives
State Government
Andhra Pradesh is implementing a multi-pronged approach to energy efficiency, aiming to be a role model in climate action and sustainable development.
National Government
The Government of India supports Andhra Pradesh's initiatives through partnerships and national missions like the National Energy Conservation Movement.
- Renewable Energy Capacity
- 37% of total installed power generation capacity
- Total Installed Power Generation Capacity
- 21,457 MW
- Target Renewable Energy Generation
- 160 GW
- Current Green Cover
- 30%
- Target Green Cover by 2030
- 37%
- Target Green Cover by 2047
- 50%
- Chief Secretary
- G Sai Prasad
- Chief Minister
- N Chandrababu Naidu