Overview
Theni Wind Farm is a 24 MW onshore wind facility in Tamil Nadu, India, operated by Green Infra Wind Power Projects Limited. It contributes to India's renewable energy capacity under national wind energy targets.
Theni Wind Farm is an operational onshore wind facility located in the Theni district of Tamil Nadu, India. With a capacity of 24 megawatts, it is a medium-scale wind farm that supports India's growing renewable energy portfolio. The facility is owned and operated by Green Infra Wind Power Projects Limited, a key player in India's wind energy sector. The wind farm utilizes modern wind turbine technology to convert wind energy into electricity. India has set ambitious renewable energy targets, aiming for 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, with wind power playing a significant role. The facility operates under India's national renewable energy framework, which includes generation-based incentives and state-level policies promoting wind energy development. Theni Wind Farm contributes to the local grid, helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower carbon emissions. The region's wind resources are favorable for power generation, and the facility supports India's energy security and climate goals. Its operation aligns with the country's commitment to increasing renewable energy share under the Paris Agreement.
Environmental context
The Theni district in Tamil Nadu features a mix of agricultural land and hilly terrain, with moderate wind speeds suitable for wind energy generation. Wind farms in this region can have visual impacts on the landscape and may affect local bird and bat populations. However, proper siting and mitigation measures help minimize ecological disruption. The facility's operation displaces fossil fuel-based electricity, contributing to reduced greenhouse gas emissions and local air quality improvements.
Frequently asked questions
Theni Wind Farm is located in the Theni district of Tamil Nadu, India, at coordinates approximately 9.9621° N, 77.3709° E.
Theni Wind Farm has an installed capacity of 24 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale onshore wind facility.
Theni Wind Farm is owned and operated by Green Infra Wind Power Projects Limited, a company specializing in wind energy projects in India.
India's wind energy sector is supported by national policies such as the National Wind Energy Mission, generation-based incentives, and state-level renewable energy targets. The country aims to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030.
By generating clean electricity, Theni Wind Farm reduces reliance on fossil fuels, lowering greenhouse gas emissions and improving local air quality. It supports India's climate goals under the Paris Agreement.