1.3 GW Solar Project Inaugurated in Pokhran to Boost Renewable Energy
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | 1.3 GW Peak Power Solar Project |
| Location | Pokhran, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan |
| Inauguration | Inaugurated by the Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy |
| Key Features | - Made-in-India modules: 90% manufactured by Jaipur-based ReNew company <br> - Annual Power Generation: 2490 million units <br> - Carbon Emission Reduction: 2.3 million tonnes of CO2 annually |
| Objective | Increase electricity production through solar energy and reduce carbon emissions |
| Geographical Advantage | Spread over 3500 acres with ideal conditions for solar energy, enhancing project success |
| Household Impact | Meets power needs of 5 lakh households |
| Energy Sector Impact | Aids in future energy demand and promotes rapid development in the energy sector |
| Make in India | - Launched: 2014 <br> - Led by: DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry <br> - Objectives: 12-14% manufacturing growth, 100 million jobs by 2025, 25% GDP contribution by 2025 |
| Solar Energy Overview | - Renewable & Pollution-Free: Abundant and sustainable <br> - Types: Solar Thermal (heat generation) & Solar Photovoltaic (electricity generation) <br> - Advantages: Always available, low environmental impact |
| Key Figures | - Power Output: 1.3 GW peak power <br> - Area Coverage: 3500 acres <br> - Emission Reduction: 2.3 million tonnes CO2 annually |