Stories from the ground: Communities and the renewable energy shift

India is making significant strides towards its renewable energy targets, with solar and wind power expanding rapidly across the country. But as we race towards a cleaner future, it is crucial to ask: What does this transition look like for the communities on the ground?
This collection of stories delves into the realities of renewable energy implementation—where the land for these projects is coming from, how displacement and the degradation of common resources are affecting communities, and the gaps in implementation that need urgent attention.
As we transition to cleaner energy, we must ensure that people remain at the centre of this shift. These narratives highlight both the challenges and the possibilities, offering insights into how we can build an energy future that is not only sustainable, but also just.

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Illustration: Sugam Thakur

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Stories by Huda Jaffer


Gone with the wind: How to protect a small DRE in a storm
Location Icon East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, Jorhat district, Assam

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