Overview
Bithuja is a 5.2 MW solar PV plant located in India, contributing to the country's renewable energy capacity. The facility is operational and supports grid-connected solar power generation.
Bithuja is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in India, with a capacity of 5.2 megawatts (MW). This operational facility is part of India's growing solar energy infrastructure, which plays a key role in the nation's renewable energy targets. The plant's location in the state of Rajasthan benefits from high solar irradiance, making it suitable for efficient solar power generation. The plant utilizes solar PV technology to convert sunlight into electricity. With a capacity of 5.2 MW, it falls within the small-to-medium scale for solar installations in India. The facility operates under India's national renewable energy policies, including the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission, which aims to promote solar power and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. Grid integration is supported by state-level renewable energy obligations and feed-in tariffs. Bithuja contributes to India's goal of achieving 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. By generating clean electricity, it helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions and supports local energy needs. The plant's operation aligns with India's commitment to the Paris Agreement and its transition towards a sustainable energy future.
Environmental context
Solar PV plants like Bithuja have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no direct emissions. However, land use for solar arrays can impact local ecosystems and agriculture. In arid regions of Rajasthan, careful siting is needed to minimize disruption to desert habitats. The plant's location in a high-solar-irradiance area maximizes energy yield while reducing the land area required per unit of electricity generated.
Frequently asked questions
The Bithuja solar PV plant is located in India at coordinates 25.803800 N, 72.288600 E, in the state of Rajasthan.
The Bithuja solar plant has a capacity of 5.2 megawatts (MW), making it a small-to-medium scale solar installation.
The Bithuja plant uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology to convert sunlight into electricity.
The Bithuja plant contributes to India's goal of 500 GW renewable capacity by 2030 under the National Solar Mission, providing clean energy to the grid.
Solar PV plants produce no direct emissions during operation, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution compared to fossil fuel plants.