Low-Cost Small Air Turbine Generators: A Feasibility Study in India

This study explores the feasibility of deploying low-cost small air turbine generators in India to meet decentralized and rural energy needs. With growing demand for renewable energy and the need to electrify remote regions, small-scale air turbine solutions offer potential. The report evaluates economic viability, technical requirements, geographic suitability, and policy frameworks. Introduction Need for Renewable and Decentralized Energy in India India, as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, faces immense energy challenges and opportunities. The country’s increasing population, industrial expansion, and push for inclusive development have sharply raised electricity demand. However, this growth is shadowed by persistent energy poverty in rural and remote areas, frequent power outages, and dependence on fossil fuels. These issues underscore the need for a renewable and decentralized energy approach.