Renewable Energy

Maharashtra’s Renewable Energy & Energy Storage Policy 2025-26 to 2035-36 

The state of Maharashtra is undergoing industrial growth and urbanization. It results in high electricity demand across the industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. Earlier, this electricity demand was fulfilled by conventional sources of energy until an official notification was released on March 18, 2026. 

The Maharashtra Government released an official notification, “Maharashtra Renewable Energy and Energy Storage Policy 2025-26 to 2035-36”. It is a 10-year framework, valid until 31 March 2036, encouraging the adoption of renewable energy and energy storage infrastructure.  

Maharashtra Renewable Energy and Storage Policy focuses on renewable energy generation, grid stability, better energy storage systems, customer access to green energy, and supports a zero-carbon economy. The goal of this policy is to bring opportunities for renewable energy developers, MSMEs, investors, DISCOMs, industries, and consumers to contribute to the transition under Maharashtra’s Renewable Energy and Energy Storage Policy.  

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Why did Maharashtra introduce the MRE Policy? 

The Maharashtra government has introduced the MRE policy for various reasons, which are listed below. The policy is designed to fulfil the increasing electricity demand. Also, it adopts renewable energy to mitigate high carbon emissions for economic growth with clean energy. The MRE policy was introduced to address:  

• Increasing electricity demand in Maharashtra through renewable energy.   

• It requires grid stability and reduces dependency on fossil fuels.  

• Promote the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) to support Maharashtra state in green energy.  

• The future electricity demand will be met through renewable energy sources.  

• Encourage consumer participation by procuring renewable energy.  

• Renewable energy is a cost-effective, long-term, and sustainable source of electricity. 

Maharashtra Renewable Energy Targets Under the Policy 

The MRE policy has major targets for renewable energy procurement and energy storage deployment.  

Renewable Energy Targets:  

• Procure 65% of the electricity’s total demand from renewable energy by FY2035-36. 

• Achieve 50% share of renewable energy for the rising electricity demand in FY2029-30. 

Energy Storage Target: 

To achieve renewable energy targets, Maharashtra estimates/requires 100 GWh per day of energy storage capacity by FY2035-36. It promotes energy security and grid stability.  

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Renewable Energy and Storage Targets 

• The Maharashtra RE policy supports renewable energy projects integrated with energy storage systems.  

• Secure at least 10 GW by FY2029-30 and at least 25 GW by FY2035-36, required for solar, wind, and wind-solar projects with co-located storage.  

Thermal Bundling Targets 

• The MRE policy promotes bundling of thermal power stations integrated with renewable energy and/or energy storage systems.   

• The thermal bundling targets are 2 GW by FY2029-30 and 5 GW by FY2035-36. This approach supports better infrastructure while integrating renewable energy into grid connectivity. 

Energy Storage Obligation (ESO) 

The energy storage facility supports Maharashtra’s RE policy’s major objective of transitioning towards renewable energy. It is because solar and wind energy, which are renewable sources, rely on weather conditions.   

As a result of this, deploying energy storage systems facilitates the generation of renewable energy in excess. This helps in supplying power when renewable energy output is declining. Regarding this, Maharashtra state seeks to develop 100 GWh per day of energy storage by FY2035-36.  

The MRE policy requires the Distribution Companies (DISCOMs) to procure energy storage capacity. It must be 10% equivalent to the total electricity demand by FY2035-36. To secure this target, at least 85% of the total energy stored annually must be sourced from renewable energy. 

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Who will Benefit from the Maharashtra Renewable Energy Policy? 

The list of entities benefiting from the Maharashtra Renewable Energy Policy is given below: 

Commercial and Industrial (C&I) Establishments: 

C&I leverages the procurement of renewable energy for captive renewable energy projects, long-term energy planning, and Open Access arrangements.  

Distribution Companies (DISCOMs): 

DISCOMs contribute to fulfilling the policy’s RE storage targets. They must procure the energy storage capacity equivalent to at least 10% of the total electricity demand by 2035-36. To fulfil this goal, at least 85% of the total energy stored must be derived from the sources of renewable energy.  

Renewable Energy Developers: 

Several renewable energy developers benefit from the opportunities in the Maharashtra Renewable Energy and Energy Storage policy. Look at the list given below:  

• Renewable Energy Industrial Zone (REIZ)  

• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) 

• Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) 

• Wind solar hybrid projects 

• Wind energy projects 

• Solar energy projects 

Investors  

The required deployment of renewable energy generation and energy storage creates opportunities for investors. It consists of project development, storage facilities, services, and manufacturing.  

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs): 

MSMEs leverage direct accessibility to renewable energy solutions, including rooftop solar systems and distributed energy infrastructure. It promotes operational efficiency and proper infrastructure for distributed energy.  

Consumers: 

The consumer benefits from improved access to renewable energy and better grid connectivity, and contributes to the clean energy initiative for the state of Maharashtra.  

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What are the Features of the Maharashtra Renewable Energy and Storage Policy?  

The key features of the Maharashtra Renewable Energy and Storage Policy are mentioned below:  

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) 

With the increasing requirement of deploying renewable energy, the requirement for the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) is also growing. It also manages electricity demand and grid connectivity. Here is a list of the following projects through which BESS is deployed.   

• Stand-alone BESS projects  

• Distributed battery storage systems 

• Co-located BESS with renewable energy projects 

• Utility-scale battery storage projects  

• Urban solar and storage hubs  

Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) 

PSP is an ultimate solution for the prolonged duration of energy storage to supply excess demand. It supports:  

• Renewable energy integration  

• Grid balancing  

• Balances High demand  

• Long-term energy storage 

• Energy security 

Co-Located Renewable Energy and Storage Projects 

The Co-located feature mainly focuses on renewable energy projects with energy storage systems. It helps to improve electricity consumption and optimize renewable energy utilization. 

It includes:  

• Solar with BESS 

• Wind with BESS 

• Wind-Solar Hybrid + BESS 

• Renewable energy integrated with storage infrastructure 

For renewable energy projects involving solar, wind, and wind-solar hybrid technologies, the MRE policy guides on:  

• Storage capacity equivalent to at least 50% capacity of renewable energy.  

• A minimum of 2 hours of storage is required for commissioned projects by FY2029-30, and a minimum of 4 hours of storage time for projects commissioned by FY2030-31. 

As per the Maharashtra RE policy, the existing renewable projects can include storage systems or convert projects of a single source into hybrid projects. It is subject to applicable regulations. 

Renewable Energy Industrial Zones (REIZ)  

To deploy large-scale renewable energy projects, the state of Maharashtra is planning to establish REIZ. It aims to target the following: 

• At least 10 REIZs by FY2029-30 

• At least 15 REIZs by FY2035-36 

Note: Each renewable energy project must have a minimum capacity of 100 MW.  

The Renewable Energy Industrial Zones (REIZ) aim to provide access to valuable land, proper infrastructure facilities, and support for project development. It promotes reliable renewable energy deployment in the state of Maharashtra.  

Green Open Access 

The Maharashtra’s Renewable Energy and Storage policy promotes Green Open Access to eligible consumers. They can procure renewable energy directly from the energy generators rather than relying on their local distribution utility. It can help businesses with: 

• Direct access to the renewable energy 

• Promotes the sustainability goals  

• Power distribution of the generated energy during demand  

• Lower carbon emissions to support the policy’s objectives 

• Improve the energy planning in the long term 

Note: Green Open Access is not a mandatory requirement. 

Rooftop Solar and Energy Storage  

The Maharashtra RE policy promotes the addition of rooftop renewable connectivity for better energy storage facilities. The DISCOMs are supposed to focus on connectivity for the rooftop renewable energy projects integrated with storage systems. 

For the existing rooftop renewable energy consumers upgrade their systems with the energy storage solutions. This will improve reliability and maximize renewable energy utilization.  

Land and Infrastructure Support 

Land availability and transmission infrastructure are highly essential for securing targets of Maharashtra’s renewable energy. Let’s look at some of its crucial targets below:  

Government Land Availability 

The Maharashtra Renewable Energy and Energy Storage policy provides a structured framework. It helps to make the government land easily accessible for renewable energy and energy storage projects.  

In certain conditions, a government land may be leased at a nominal rent of Rs.1 on a yearly basis for up to 30 years. It is subject to applicable conditions and approvals.  

Private Land Lease Framework  

Private land requires an annual lease amount that must be higher than that of: 

• 6% of the land value determined by the Registration and Stamps Department,  

Or  

• Rs. 1.25 lakh per hectare per year.  

Note: The land lease amount is subject to the 3% annual escalation 

Transmission Infrastructure Development 

The MRE policy aims to take proactive measures for transitioning towards the deployment of renewable energy and energy storage infrastructure. Plus, it encourages planning to transition for REIZs and future renewable energy growth corridors.  

As per the State Transmission Utility (STU) and the Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Company Limited (MSETCL), both must align with the renewable energy transition plan.  

Why the Maharashtra Renewable Energy Policy Matters? 

The Maharashtra Renewable Energy and Energy Storage Policy is not just a roadmap but a long-term strategy. It is designed to resolve the increasing demand for electricity generation while enhancing grid connectivity and energy security.  

In Maharashtra, the electricity demand is expected to accelerate within a decade due to various reasons. It includes urbanization, high electricity generation, industrial expansion, and development. This will reduce dependency on conventional energy sources, resulting in an eco-friendly environment.  

The MRE Policy highlights these critical issues by continuous renewable energy generation, deploying energy storage, enhanced infrastructure development, and consumer contribution to green energy.  

The Maharashtra Renewable Energy Policy is important for:  

• Industries seeking prolonged energy cost visibility 

• Renewable energy developers plan for large projects 

• Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) developers  

• DISCOMs manage future energy demand 

• MSMEs seek reliable energy storage solutions 

• Investors seeking opportunities in the energy transition in India 

• Consumers adopting renewable energy  

The Maharashtra RE policy supports renewable energy projects that integrate energy storage systems. At least 100 GWh per day of energy storage capacity is required by FY2035-36 for a reliable electricity system. 

Key Challenges in Implementation of Maharashtra Renewable Energy and Energy Storage Policy  

As per Maharashtra’s RE policy, several businesses leverage access to renewable energy sources. But there are a few challenges that come along with it. It includes:   

• Land Acquisition is a key challenge in MRE policy to secure suitable land at a low upfront cost.  

• The growing need for renewable energy and energy storage projects requires investments in industrial and urban infrastructure development and grid stability.  

• Handling renewable energy demand with grid connectivity requires advanced scheduling, forecasting, system planning, and storage deployment.  

• Regulatory coordination is a key challenge to maintain with the government departments, utilities, developers, regulatory authorities, and investors.  

• Large-scale deployment of solar, wind, BESS, and PSP projects will require substantial capital investment.  

Environmental compliance monitoring through experts will help you overcome such challenges.  

Maharashtra Government’s Previous Policies for Demand Surge in Electricity   

Before the Maharashtra Renewable Energy and Energy Storage Policy 2025-26 to 2035-36 policy, the Maharashtra Government introduced various policies to address increasing electricity demand. The policy replaces the Maharashtra Integrated Non-Conventional Energy Generation Policy 2020.   

Look below to know the policies:   

• Green Hydrogen Policy 2023  

• The Pumped Storage Policy 2023  

• The Small Hydro Projects Policy, 2024  

• The Electric Vehicles Policy, 2025   

• Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana (MSKVY) 2.0 

Future Outlook of the Maharashtra RE Policy 

The Maharashtra Renewable Energy and Energy Storage policy FY2025-26 to FY2035-36 is a long-term framework. It is designed for renewable energy and energy storage, growth, and deployment. 

The policy focuses on achieving 65% renewable energy procurement, a share of electricity demand in FY2035-36. Along with this, it supports transition by 100GW of renewable energy capacity and around 100GWh/day of energy storage capacity.  

Solar energy, Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), wind energy, Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs), Green Open Access, Renewable Energy Industrial Zones (REIZ), and transmission infrastructure modernization are contributors to achieving Maharashtra’s RE policy targets.  

The effective implementation of policy improves energy security, attracts reliable investment, improves grid reliability, and promotes Maharashtra’s transition towards clean energy and a sustainable energy future.  

Why Opt for Enterclimate for Renewable Energy and Energy Storage Projects? 

Most businesses require consultants to smoothly facilitate the renewable energy projects, BESS, PSPs, Green OA, or renewable energy compliance to coordinate and align with the regulatory requirements.  

Enterclimate consultancy acts as a roadmap expert guide for businesses. It helps them to understand policy requirements, identify project approvals, assess project feasibility, and meet the compliance requirements for the Maharashtra Renewable Energy and Energy Storage Projects. Our team has expertise across RE project planning, environmental and social due diligence in the renewable energy industry, sustainability initiatives, regulatory compliance, environmental auditing, implementing energy storage and open access advisory.  

No matter if you are a renewable energy developer, investor, or an MSME, or a C&I establishment, Enterclimate assists clearly by determining opportunities. This may help businesses grow with the strategy of implementing Maharashtra’s RE policy.  

The Bottom Line 

Maharashtra’s Renewable Energy and Energy Storage Policy FY2025-26 to FY2035-36 is an important step towards building a sustainable energy future. It promotes renewable energy generation, energy storage deployment, consumer participation, and transmission infrastructure development. 

The policy supports renewable energy and storage targets through BESS, PSPs, and REIZs. It keeps Maharashtra a leading state in India’s clean energy requirement and creates opportunities for alike developers, investors, consumers, and businesses.   

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