Uttar Pradesh Boosts Solar Energy Production | 03 Oct 2024
Why in News?
The Uttar Pradesh government has approved significant solar energy projects to enhance renewable energy production in the state.
Key Points
- Approval of Solar Parks:
- Development of solar parks in Bundelkhand approved under the new energy policy.
- Two major solar projects covering over 1,500 hectares of land.
- Expected capacity of 450 MW, making it one of the largest solar parks in India.
- Renewable Energy Goals:
- Contributes to Uttar Pradesh's target of reaching 22,000 MW of solar energy production by 2026-2027.
- Current Solar Capacity:
- As of August 2024, Uttar Pradesh government has installed a total solar PV capacity of 3,280.15 MW, including:
- Approximately 2,965.12 MW from utility-scale projects.
- Over 260 MW from solar rooftop installations.
- Around 315 MW from off-grid solar and KUSUM projects (according to Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) data).
- As of August 2024, Uttar Pradesh government has installed a total solar PV capacity of 3,280.15 MW, including: