Overview
UPL Dharapuram Wind Farm is an operational onshore wind facility in India, owned by UPL. With a capacity of 1.7 MW, it contributes to India's renewable energy expansion under national targets.
UPL Dharapuram Wind Farm is an onshore wind energy facility located in India, owned and operated by UPL. The plant is operational and has a capacity of 1.7 megawatts, positioning it as a small-scale wind farm within India's rapidly growing renewable energy sector. The facility utilizes wind turbines to convert wind energy into electricity, feeding into the regional grid. India has set ambitious renewable energy targets, aiming for 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, supported by policies such as the National Wind Energy Mission and state-level renewable purchase obligations. Small-scale wind farms like Dharapuram play a role in diversifying the energy mix and meeting local demand. Environmentally, the wind farm contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based power. Its operation aligns with India's goals under the Paris Agreement. The facility's location in Tamil Nadu benefits from favorable wind patterns, supporting consistent generation. As part of UPL's sustainability initiatives, the wind farm helps the company reduce its carbon footprint.
Environmental context
The wind farm is situated in the Dharapuram region of Tamil Nadu, an area with moderate to good wind resources suitable for onshore wind energy. The local environment includes agricultural lands and semi-arid terrain. Wind farms in such areas can have visual impacts and may affect local bird and bat populations, though proper siting and mitigation measures can minimize these effects. The facility supports India's transition to cleaner energy, reducing reliance on coal and improving air quality.
Frequently asked questions
UPL Dharapuram Wind Farm is located in the Dharapuram region of Tamil Nadu, India.
The wind farm has a capacity of 1.7 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale onshore wind facility.
The wind farm is owned by UPL, a global agricultural solutions company.
India's renewable energy sector is supported by the National Wind Energy Mission, state-level renewable purchase obligations (RPOs), and targets to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030.
By generating clean electricity, the wind farm reduces greenhouse gas emissions and helps India meet its climate goals under the Paris Agreement.