Overview
Dhanera Solar Power Plant is a 25 MW solar PV facility in Dhanera, Gujarat, India, owned by Sand Land Real Estates Pvt Ltd. It contributes to India's renewable energy capacity under national solar targets.
Dhanera Solar Power Plant is a 25 MW solar photovoltaic facility located in Dhanera, Gujarat, India. Owned by Sand Land Real Estates Pvt Ltd, the plant is operational and adds to the region's renewable energy portfolio. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and this plant's capacity places it in the medium-scale category for Indian solar installations. The plant operates under India's national renewable energy framework, which includes targets under the National Solar Mission and state-level Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPOs). India aims to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, with solar playing a key role. The facility benefits from Gujarat's high solar irradiance and supportive policies, including net metering and solar park development. Environmentally, the Dhanera Solar Power Plant helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. Solar PV has minimal water consumption and low operational emissions, though land use and visual impact are considerations. The plant supports local energy security and contributes to India's climate goals under the Paris Agreement.
Environmental context
Located in the arid region of Gujarat, the Dhanera Solar Power Plant benefits from high solar insolation, making it ideal for solar energy generation. The facility's land use involves converting barren or agricultural land, which can affect local ecosystems. However, solar PV has a low carbon footprint and no air or water pollution during operation, supporting India's transition to clean energy.
Frequently asked questions
Dhanera Solar Power Plant is located in Dhanera, Gujarat, India, at coordinates 24.5216 N, 72.1999 E.
The plant has an installed capacity of 25 megawatts (MW) using solar photovoltaic technology.
The plant is owned by Sand Land Real Estates Pvt Ltd.
India's solar sector is supported by the National Solar Mission, state-level Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPOs), and targets to achieve 500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030.
The plant generates clean electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. Solar PV has minimal water use and no air pollution during operation.