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3 September 2026

Offshore wind energy tenders in Tamil Nadu

Offshore wind energy is a critical component of India's renewable energy infrastructure and climate goals, making this specific policy development highly relevant for GS3.

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Notes

  • The Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is currently conducting consultations for new offshore wind energy tenders in Tamil Nadu.
  • Feasibility studies for offshore wind in Tamil Nadu have been completed by the National Institute of Wind Energy (NIWE).
  • Data collection regarding wind velocity, geo-technical, and geo-physical parameters has been finalized for the Tamil Nadu coast.
  • The Capacity Utilisation Factor (CUF) for offshore wind sites in Tamil Nadu is reported to be over 50%.
  • The government had previously identified eight potential zones each off the coasts of Tamil Nadu and Gujarat for offshore wind development.
  • Initial attempts to tender offshore wind sites in Tamil Nadu faced a setback due to a lack of anticipated market response.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of offshore wind energy in India's renewable energy transition, highlighting the role of feasibility studies and technical data in project viability. 150 words
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  2. Analyze the challenges associated with the development of offshore wind energy in India. How can the government address market response issues to meet its long-term renewable energy targets? 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which organization is responsible for the collection of wind velocity, geo-technical, and geo-physical data for offshore wind projects in India?

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