Overview
GFL Gudhepanchgani is a 23.1 MW onshore wind farm in Maharashtra, India, operated by GFL. The facility contributes to India's renewable energy capacity under national wind energy policies.
GFL Gudhepanchgani is an onshore wind farm located in the Satara district of Maharashtra, India, with an installed capacity of 23.1 MW. The facility is owned and operated by GFL and has been operational, supplying clean energy to the regional grid. This wind farm is part of India's growing renewable energy portfolio, which aims to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030. The wind farm utilizes modern wind turbine technology to harness the strong wind resources typical of the Western Ghats region. India's renewable energy sector is supported by national policies such as the Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) and state-level wind energy targets. The 23.1 MW capacity places GFL Gudhepanchgani in the small-to-medium scale category for Indian wind farms, which often range from 10 MW to 100 MW. Environmentally, the wind farm contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. The site's location in a rural area with moderate wind speeds minimizes visual and land-use conflicts, though wind farms in India must address bird and bat impacts through environmental impact assessments. The facility supports local energy security and aligns with India's climate commitments under the Paris Agreement.
Environmental context
The GFL Gudhepanchgani wind farm is situated in the Western Ghats region of Maharashtra, an area known for its biodiversity and wind resources. Wind energy projects in this region must balance renewable energy generation with ecological sensitivity, particularly regarding avian species and local land use. The facility's moderate capacity reduces its environmental footprint compared to larger installations, but grid integration and seasonal wind variability remain operational considerations.
Frequently asked questions
GFL Gudhepanchgani is located in the Satara district of Maharashtra, India, near the town of Gudhepanchgani.
The wind farm has an installed capacity of 23.1 MW, making it a small-to-medium scale onshore wind facility.
The facility is owned and operated by GFL, an Indian renewable energy company.
India's wind energy sector is supported by national policies such as the Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO), Generation-Based Incentive (GBI), and state-level wind energy targets under the National Wind Mission.
By generating 23.1 MW of clean electricity, the wind farm helps India progress toward its target of 500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 and reduces reliance on coal-fired power.