National Geo-thermal Energy Policy

planned

India's first National Policy on Geothermal Energy setting a framework for exploration, resource assessment, and project development across the country. The policy promotes geothermal energy for electricity generation and direct-use applications such as heating, cooling, agriculture, aquaculture, industrial processes, and geo-tourism. It includes support measures like concessional land allotment, priority access to transmission networks, financial incentives, and encourages partnerships with oil and gas companies to repurpose wells.