Overview
Chingerbandh Solar Power Plant is a 5 MW solar PV facility in India, owned by Alex Green Energy Private Limited. It contributes to India's renewable energy capacity under national solar targets.
Chingerbandh Solar Power Plant is a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility located in India, owned and operated by Alex Green Energy Private Limited. With a capacity of 5 megawatts (MW), it falls within the small-scale solar segment, typical for distributed generation in India's renewable energy landscape. The plant is operational and supports the country's growing solar infrastructure. The plant utilizes solar PV technology to convert sunlight into electricity, a key component of India's ambitious renewable energy targets. India has set a goal of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, supported by policies such as the National Solar Mission and state-level renewable purchase obligations (RPOs). The 5 MW scale is common for projects under feed-in tariff or competitive bidding schemes, often connected to the grid at distribution voltages. Environmentally, the Chingerbandh Solar Power Plant contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based generation. Solar PV systems have minimal water consumption and low operational emissions. The plant's location in India benefits from high solar irradiance, ensuring efficient energy production. Its operation aligns with India's climate commitments and the global transition to clean energy.
Environmental context
Solar PV plants like Chingerbandh have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no air or water pollution. Land use is a consideration, but India's solar parks often utilize arid or non-agricultural land. The plant supports local energy needs without depleting water resources, a critical factor in water-stressed regions. Grid integration of solar power requires balancing with other sources due to variability.
Frequently asked questions
Chingerbandh Solar Power Plant is located in India, with coordinates approximately 20.6729° N, 83.1107° E.
The plant has a capacity of 5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
The plant is owned by Alex Green Energy Private Limited, an Indian renewable energy company.
India's solar sector is supported by the National Solar Mission, state-level Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPOs), and competitive bidding for tariffs. The country aims for 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030.
The plant generates clean electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering carbon emissions. Solar PV has minimal water use and no air pollution during operation.