Overview
Bavadi Barsingha - Giriraj Solar Power Plant is a 36.3 MW solar PV facility in Rajasthan, India, owned by Giriraj Enterprises. It contributes to India's renewable energy targets under the national solar mission.
Bavadi Barsingha - Giriraj Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic facility located in Rajasthan, India, with a capacity of 36.3 MW. The plant is owned by Giriraj Enterprises and is currently operational, supporting the region's energy grid with clean electricity. India's solar sector benefits from strong policy support under the National Solar Mission and state-level renewable energy targets. The plant's capacity places it in the medium-to-large scale category for Indian solar parks, which often range from 10 MW to over 100 MW. Rajasthan's high solar irradiance makes it a prime location for solar generation. The facility contributes to reducing carbon emissions and diversifying India's energy mix. It also supports local grid stability and aligns with India's goal of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030. The plant's operation helps meet growing electricity demand in the region.
Environmental context
Rajasthan's arid climate and high solar insolation provide optimal conditions for solar power generation. The region's sparse vegetation and low population density reduce land-use conflicts, though large solar installations can impact local wildlife and require careful site selection. Water scarcity in the area is mitigated by the dry-cooling technology typically used in solar PV, which minimizes water consumption compared to thermal plants.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Rajasthan, India, at coordinates 27.438700 N, 72.324500 E.
The plant has a capacity of 36.3 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-to-large scale solar PV facility.
The plant is owned by Giriraj Enterprises, an Indian company involved in renewable energy development.
India's solar sector is supported by the National Solar Mission, which targets 100 GW of solar capacity by 2022, and various state-level renewable energy policies. The government also offers incentives like accelerated depreciation and viability gap funding.
Solar PV generation reduces reliance on fossil fuels, cutting greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. In Rajasthan's arid region, solar farms also have low water consumption compared to thermal power plants, preserving local water resources.