Satara Wind Farm - Onshore Wind Facility in Maharashtra, India

Satara Wind Farm is an operational onshore wind facility located in the Satara district of Maharashtra, India. With a capacity of 100 MW, it is a medium-to-large scale wind farm by Indian standards, supporting the country's growing renewable energy portfolio. The facility operates under India's renewable energy regulatory framework, which includes national targets for 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 and state-level renewable purchase obligations (RPOs). Wind power in Maharashtra benefits from favorable wind regimes in the Western Ghats region, where this farm is situated. The plant uses wind turbines to convert kinetic energy into electricity, feeding into the regional grid. Satara Wind Farm plays a role in reducing carbon emissions and enhancing energy security in the region. Its location in a windy corridor supports consistent power generation, contributing to grid stability and the displacement of fossil fuel-based electricity. The facility aligns with India's goal of increasing renewable energy share in the national energy mix.

The Satara Wind Farm is located in the Western Ghats, a biodiversity hotspot. Wind farms in this region can impact local bird and bat populations through collisions, and may alter land use patterns. However, proper siting and mitigation measures can minimize these effects. The facility's operation reduces greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional power plants, supporting climate change mitigation.