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India's Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is developing strategies to align with EU carbon tax standards while expanding its renewable energy capacity, projected to meet the anticipated 12 GW demand from data centers by 2030. The country is focusing on hydrogen use in steel production and enhancing renewable energy in energy-intensive sectors, supported by significant investments in battery and pumped storage projects. As of June 2025, India's renewable energy capacity reached 266 GW, with plans for deeper integration into the energy mix by 2030.