The Energy Transition Index (ETI) 2025 report, compiled by the World Economic Forum (WEF), has ranked India 71st out of 115 countries in terms of its energy transition progress. Despite making significant strides in renewable energy adoption and reducing energy intensity, India’s ranking remains relatively low due to various challenges.
The ETI report assesses countries’ energy transition performance across three main dimensions: economic development and growth, environmental sustainability, and energy security and access. India’s overall score of 53.7 out of 100 indicates that while the country has made progress, there is still significant room for improvement.
In terms of economic development and growth, India’s energy sector has been a major driver of growth, with the country becoming one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world. However, the sector’s carbon footprint remains a concern. The ETI report notes that India’s energy intensity, which measures the amount of energy required to produce a unit of GDP, has decreased by 12% since 2015.
On the environmental sustainability front, India has made significant progress in renewable energy adoption, with solar and wind power capacities increasing by 15% and 10%, respectively, since 2020. The country aims to achieve 40% of its installed power capacity from non-fossil fuels by 2030. However, the report highlights that India’s per-capita carbon emissions have increased by 10% since 2015, indicating a need for more aggressive action to reduce emissions.
In terms of energy security and access, India has made notable progress in increasing energy access, with 99% of the population now having access to electricity. However, the report notes that energy affordability remains a challenge, with many households still relying on polluting fuels like biomass and coal for cooking.
Overall, while India has made progress in its energy transition, the ETI report highlights the need for more concerted efforts to address the country’s energy challenges. To improve its ranking, India needs to focus on reducing its carbon footprint, increasing energy efficiency, and improving energy access and affordability. The government’s policies, such as the National Clean Air Programme and the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) scheme, are steps in the right direction, but more needs to be done to achieve India’s climate goals and improve its energy transition performance.