Overview
Bap - OPG Solar Power Plant is a 5 MW solar PV facility in Rajasthan, India, owned by OPG Energy Private Limited. It contributes to India's renewable energy capacity under national solar targets.
Bap - OPG Solar Power Plant is a 5 MW solar photovoltaic facility located in the Bap region of Rajasthan, India. Owned by OPG Energy Private Limited, the plant is operational and adds to India's growing solar energy portfolio. Rajasthan's high solar irradiance makes it an ideal location for solar power generation. The plant operates under India's national solar mission and renewable energy policies, which aim to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030. With a capacity of 5 MW, it is classified as a small-scale solar installation, typical for distributed generation in rural or semi-urban areas. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity without emissions, supporting grid decarbonization. Environmentally, the facility helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels and contributes to local energy security. Solar farms in arid regions like Rajasthan have minimal water usage and can coexist with grazing or agriculture. The plant supports India's climate goals under the Paris Agreement and the country's renewable energy targets.
Environmental context
Located in the Thar Desert region of Rajasthan, the plant benefits from high solar insolation, maximizing energy generation. Solar PV installations in arid areas have low environmental impact, with no water consumption for operation and minimal land-use conflict. The facility supports India's transition to clean energy, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution compared to coal-fired power.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in the Bap region of Rajasthan, India, at coordinates 27.3525 N, 72.3554 E.
The facility has a capacity of 5 MW, making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic power plant.
The plant is owned by OPG Energy Private Limited, an Indian energy company.
India's solar power sector is supported by the National Solar Mission, renewable purchase obligations (RPOs), and state-level policies. The country aims for 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030.
Solar PV generates electricity without emissions, reduces dependence on fossil fuels, and has low water usage. It helps mitigate climate change and improve local air quality.