<h1>Indian Banks Boost Loans for Renewable Energy Projects Amid Rising Power Sector Credit Exposure Since 2009.</h1> Banks are extending loans to renewable energy projects within the country, as part of their credit exposure to the overall power sector. As of March 2012, the total outstanding credit exposure to the power sector was Rs. 3289 billion, showing a consistent increase from Rs. 1244 billion in March 2009. Although the Reserve Bank of India does not maintain separate data for renewable energy credit, the government has urged banks to actively finance viable renewable energy projects, despite the power sector's overall financial stress. This initiative aims to promote clean energy development.