Overview
Badal is a 15 MW solar PV facility located in India. The plant is operational and contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity.
Badal is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in India, with a capacity of 15 megawatts (MW). The facility is operational and plays a role in the country's growing renewable energy sector. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this plant is part of India's efforts to expand its solar energy footprint. The plant operates under India's national renewable energy framework, which includes targets for solar capacity under the National Solar Mission. India has set ambitious goals to achieve 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030, with solar power being a key component. The 15 MW scale places Badal in the small-to-medium category for solar PV plants in India, which hosts both utility-scale and distributed solar installations. Environmental benefits of the Badal solar PV plant include reduced greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuel-based power generation. Solar energy has minimal water consumption and low operational emissions. The plant supports local energy needs and contributes to grid stability, aligning with India's commitment to sustainable development and climate change mitigation.
Environmental context
The Badal solar PV plant is located in a region with high solar irradiance, typical of many parts of India, making it suitable for solar energy generation. Solar power has a low environmental impact during operation, with no air emissions or water pollution. However, land use for solar farms can affect local ecosystems, and proper siting is important to minimize habitat disruption. The plant's operation supports India's goals for reducing carbon emissions and increasing renewable energy share.
Frequently asked questions
The Badal solar PV plant is located in India, with coordinates approximately 30.068 N, 74.671 E.
The Badal solar PV plant has a capacity of 15 megawatts (MW), which is considered a small-to-medium scale solar installation in India.
Yes, the Badal solar PV plant is currently operational, according to the facility data.
India's solar energy sector is supported by the National Solar Mission, which aims to achieve 100 GW of solar capacity by 2022 (later revised). The country also has renewable purchase obligations (RPOs) and various state-level policies to promote solar power.
Solar PV plants generate electricity without emitting greenhouse gases or air pollutants during operation. They also have low water consumption compared to thermal power plants, contributing to water conservation and reduced environmental impact.