A new study by the Council on Energy, Environment, and Water (CEEW) highlights the challenges India faces in scaling up its renewable energy (RE) capacity from 150 GW to over 1,500 GW. The report, 'Unlocking India's RE and Green Hydrogen Potential,' points out critical constraints such as land access, climate risks, land conflicts, and population density that could hinder the ambitious targets. While states like Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Ladakh show high RE potential, issues like population density and climate risks may limit deployment in certain areas. CEEW CEO Arunabha Ghosh acknowledges the challenges on the road to achieving net zero emissions but stresses the importance of detailed mapping of India's landmass to identify suitable locations for renewable energy and green hydrogen projects. Hemant Mallya, a Fellow at CEEW, underlines the significance of land and water resources for scaling up green hydrogen production, proposing solutions like agro-voltaics and rooftop solar to optimize land use. The study also focuses on estimating India's green hydrogen production potential and recognizes key production regions. However, the cost of green hydrogen projects is influenced by water availability and management. To ensure the sustainable and equitable attainment of India's RE and green hydrogen targets, the CEEW study recommends a comprehensive strategy involving improved data quality, establishment of land banks, enhancement of grid infrastructure, and revision of water management policies.