• India renewable energy
  • U.S. tariffs impact
  • solar module imports
  • India solar sector
  • clean energy transition
  • Production Linked Incentive scheme
  • energy security India
  • supply chain resilience
  • steel tariffs solar
  • aluminum tariffs renewable
  • India 2030 renewable targets
  • China solar imports
  • battery storage India
  • wind energy India
  • tariff impact on solar projects

Last Update 21 August 2025

Decoupling the Green Future: India’s Renewable Sector and the Trump Tariff Shock

India’s renewable energy landscape, the third-largest globally with a cumulative installed capacity of 185 GW as of June 2025, is undergoing a critical transformation amid shifting international trade dynamics. Recent U.S. tariffs on steel, aluminum, and solar components have sent ripples across global supply chains, impacting project economics and investor sentiment in India.

Key Highlights:
  1. Tariff Impact: Imported solar modules witnessed a 10–15% price surge, while steel-intensive infrastructure became costlier, delaying utility-scale solar projects.
  2. Import Dependence: Nearly 80% of solar modules and 60% of inverters were sourced from China in 2024, with negligible U.S. share.
  3. Policy Response: India has intensified its Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes to promote domestic manufacturing of solar PV modules, advanced batteries, and wind equipment.
  4. Strategic Goal: Despite tariff-induced headwinds, India remains committed to achieving its 500 GW non-fossil capacity target by 2030.
Eninrac Expert View
Global policy volatility underscores the urgency of building resilient and diversified supply chains. India’s proactive measures, including anti-dumping duties on anodized solar frames (Sep 2024) and enhanced domestic production, are designed to mitigate risks and secure long-term energy independence.

Looking Ahead

While the U.S. tariffs created temporary cost pressures, they have accelerated India’s path towards self-reliance, innovation, and climate resilience. The government and industry stakeholders continue to work in tandem to ensure that the nation’s renewable transition remains on track.

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