Overview
Bavadi Barsingha - LEPL Solar Power Plant is a 10 MW solar PV facility in Rajasthan, India, owned by LEPL Projects Limited. It contributes to India's renewable energy capacity under national solar targets.
Bavadi Barsingha - LEPL Solar Power Plant is a 10 MW solar photovoltaic facility located in the Bavadi Barsingha area of Rajasthan, India. The plant is owned by LEPL Projects Limited and is currently operational, adding to the region's renewable energy portfolio. As a medium-scale solar installation, it supports India's ambitious goal of achieving 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. The plant operates using solar PV technology, converting sunlight directly into electricity. With a capacity of 10 MW, it can power approximately 6,000 Indian households annually. The facility benefits from Rajasthan's high solar irradiance, one of the best in the country, making it an ideal location for solar power generation. India's regulatory framework, including the National Solar Mission and state-level renewable purchase obligations, provides a supportive environment for such projects. This solar plant plays a role in reducing carbon emissions and diversifying India's energy mix. It contributes to grid stability by feeding clean electricity during peak sunlight hours. The project also aligns with India's commitments under the Paris Agreement to reduce emissions intensity and increase the share of non-fossil fuel energy sources.
Environmental context
Rajasthan's arid climate and high solar insolation make it a prime region for solar energy development. The Bavadi Barsingha area experiences minimal cloud cover and over 300 sunny days per year, maximizing solar generation efficiency. However, large-scale solar farms can impact local land use and desert ecosystems, requiring careful siting to avoid sensitive habitats. The plant's location in a sparsely populated area reduces visual and land-use conflicts.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in the Bavadi Barsingha area of Rajasthan, India, at coordinates 27.4523 N, 72.3388 E.
The plant has a capacity of 10 MW, making it a medium-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
The plant is owned by LEPL Projects Limited, an Indian company involved in renewable energy development.
India's solar sector is supported by the National Solar Mission, state-level renewable purchase obligations (RPOs), and various incentives like accelerated depreciation and viability gap funding.
The plant adds 10 MW of clean energy capacity, helping India achieve its target of 500 GW of renewable energy by 2030 and reducing carbon emissions.