Renewable Energy — Prelims Questions

Which of the following statements regarding Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) in India is/are correct? 1. RECs are market-based instruments to promote renewable energy generation. 2. One REC represents one megawatt-hour (MWh) of electricity generated from any source. 3. Obligated entities can purchase RECs to meet their Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPOs). Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Consider the following statements regarding India's renewable energy targets: 1. India aims to achieve 50% cumulative electric power installed capacity from non-fossil fuel-based energy resources by 2030. 2. The target of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 includes large hydroelectric projects. 3. The National Solar Mission was launched as part of India's commitment to the Kyoto Protocol. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following is NOT a primary challenge in integrating large-scale intermittent renewable energy sources (like solar and wind) into the national grid?

Consider the following pairs: 1. Solar Energy: Photovoltaic (PV) cells 2. Wind Energy: Tidal barrages 3. Hydroelectric Power: Pumped Storage Hydropower Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

With reference to the 'Green Hydrogen Mission' in India, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It aims to make India a global hub for the production and export of green hydrogen. 2. Green hydrogen is produced using renewable electricity to split water through electrolysis. 3. The mission primarily targets decarbonizing the residential sector. Select the correct answer using the code given below: