T.N. govt. to adopt comprehensive approach to accelerate clean energy transition: Minister Nirmalkumar

Account subscription benefits alongside Premium Stories, Editorials, Opinions and more. Unlock these with Subscription The View From India Looking at World Affairs from the Indian perspective. First Day First Show News and reviews from the world of cinema and streaming. Today's Cache Your download of the top 5 technology stories of the day. Data Point Decoding the headlines with facts, figures, and numbers Health Matters Ramya Kannan writes to you on getting to good health, and staying there The Hindu On Books Books of the week, reviews, excerpts, new titles and features. Jamshyd N. Godrej, Chairman, CII - Godrej GBC hands over a book to C.T.R. Nirmalkumar, Minister for Energy Resources and Law, at the Silver Jubilee Edition of CII’s Green Power Conference in Chennai on Tuesday | Photo Credit: M. Srinath The Tamil Nadu government is looking at a comprehensive approach to accelerate the clean energy transition in the State by involving all stakeholders, said C.T.R. Nirmalkumar, Minister for Energy Resources and Law. Speaking at the inaugural session of the Silver Jubilee Edition of CII’s Green Power Conference in Chennai on Tuesday (June 9, 2026), Mr. Nirmalkumar said: “We are seeking to create a conducive ecosystem for large-scale deployment of renewable energy systems, distribute renewable energy including rooftop solar and solar pumps, and augment transmission and distribution infrastructure. The State is also advancing pumped hydro and battery energy storage projects to ensure better utilisation of renewable energy systems.” He added that the State is uniquely positioned to become a leader in offshore wind and green hydrogen, with excellent resources and port infrastructure. Tamil Nadu is one of the leading States in the country in information technology, IT-enabled services, and AI infrastructure, he said, adding: “Leading corporates are welcome to invest in data centres in Tamil Nadu. The State government is looking forward to facilitating the meeting of the huge power requirement of these data centres through renewable energy sources.” He added: “One of the important aspects of the renewable energy sector is the enormous job opportunities that it can create for the youth of the State. Through partnerships with industry, academic, and training institutions, we can skill young professionals in the State and create opportunities for them.” Pointing to the importance of renewable energy in promoting economic growth, Mr. Nirmalkumar said: “Today, renewable energy is not merely an alternative source of power. It is central to Tamil Nadu’s eco