Indian reservoirs can host 102 GW floating solar capacity, addressing land acquisition challenges
A report by the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) indicates that India's reservoirs possess the potential to host approximately 102 gigawatts (GW) of floating solar capacity. This technology offers a viable solution to the significant land acquisition challenges faced by ground-mounted solar projects. The assessment identifies feasible areas based on specific geospatial filters, with Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Odisha, and Telangana accounting for the bulk of this potential. India's flagship Omkareshwar floating solar park in Madhya Pradesh is a key project in this domain.
Key Points
- Indian reservoirs have a potential for 102 GW of floating solar capacity, as per a NISE report.
- Floating solar is a strategic solution to overcome land acquisition issues for solar projects.
- The potential is concentrated in states like Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Karnataka.
- India's flagship floating solar project is the Omkareshwar park in Madhya Pradesh.
Exam Facts
- National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) conducted the assessment.
- India's flagship floating solar park: Omkareshwar (Madhya Pradesh), 278 MW, planned to scale to 600 MW.
- Globally, floating solar reached about 9.6 GW by 2024.
- Top states for floating solar potential: Maharashtra (16.28 GW), Madhya Pradesh (14.89 GW), Karnataka (13.69 GW), Odisha (12.81 GW), Telangana (10.72 GW).
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