“While the government recognises the potential of offshore wind, translating policy into action appears to be a significant challenge”. critically comment.
Kartavya Desk Staff
Topic: Energy resources
Topic: Energy resources
Q2. “While the government recognises the potential of offshore wind, translating policy into action appears to be a significant challenge”. critically comment. 15M
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Down to Earth
Why the question: The Indian government recognises the significance of offshore wind energy. However, the progress report shows that, while the government emphasises its importance, there has been little action. Key Demand of the question: To critically comment on the challenges in translating policy recognition of offshore wind energy into actionable projects and to discuss the reasons behind these challenges. Structure of the Answer: Introduction: Introduce the concept of offshore wind energy and its potential benefits for India. Body: Firstly, mention the government’s recognition and policy initiatives aimed at promoting offshore wind energy. E.g. Launch of the National Offshore Wind Energy Policy in 2015, aim to install 30 GW of offshore wind capacity by 2030, Identification of potential zones near Gujarat and Tamil Nadu and the installation of LIDAR, approval of a VGF scheme with a total outlay of Rs 7,453 crore in 2024, etc. In second part, mention the Challenges in Translating Policy into Action – Financial Discrepancies, Technological and Environmental Hurdles, and the need for turbines to withstand harsh sea. At last, write the measures to overcome the above challenges. Conclusion: In conclusion, highlight the importance of sustained government commitment and support to realize the full potential of offshore wind energy in India.
Why the question:
The Indian government recognises the significance of offshore wind energy. However, the progress report shows that, while the government emphasises its importance, there has been little action.
Key Demand of the question:
To critically comment on the challenges in translating policy recognition of offshore wind energy into actionable projects and to discuss the reasons behind these challenges.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Introduce the concept of offshore wind energy and its potential benefits for India.
• Firstly, mention the government’s recognition and policy initiatives aimed at promoting offshore wind energy. E.g. Launch of the National Offshore Wind Energy Policy in 2015, aim to install 30 GW of offshore wind capacity by 2030, Identification of potential zones near Gujarat and Tamil Nadu and the installation of LIDAR, approval of a VGF scheme with a total outlay of Rs 7,453 crore in 2024, etc.
• E.g. Launch of the National Offshore Wind Energy Policy in 2015, aim to install 30 GW of offshore wind capacity by 2030, Identification of potential zones near Gujarat and Tamil Nadu and the installation of LIDAR, approval of a VGF scheme with a total outlay of Rs 7,453 crore in 2024, etc.
• In second part, mention the Challenges in Translating Policy into Action – Financial Discrepancies, Technological and Environmental Hurdles, and the need for turbines to withstand harsh sea.
• At last, write the measures to overcome the above challenges.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, highlight the importance of sustained government commitment and support to realize the full potential of offshore wind energy in India.