Twenty-five states in India have fallen behind their renewable purchase obligation (RPO) targets. The state-wise installation targets set by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) have not been met; only 2,250 MW of solar was installed through December 31, 2016, compared to the targeted 12,000 MW for financial year (FY) 2016-17. States are now being requested by MNRE to ensure RPO compliance including through purchase of renewable energy certificates (RECs).