Overview
Horti Solar Power Plant is a 20 MW solar PV facility in India, owned by Essel MP Energy Limited. It contributes to India's renewable energy capacity under national solar targets.
Horti Solar Power Plant is a 20 megawatt (MW) solar photovoltaic facility located in India, owned and operated by Essel MP Energy Limited. The plant is operational and represents a medium-scale solar installation within India's rapidly expanding renewable energy sector. The plant operates under India's national solar mission and renewable purchase obligations (RPOs), which mandate a share of electricity from renewable sources. Solar PV technology converts sunlight directly into electricity, and at 20 MW, this facility can power thousands of households annually, contributing to grid stability and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Environmentally, the plant supports India's goal of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030. It displaces carbon emissions equivalent to burning coal, and its location in a sunny region ensures high generation efficiency. The facility also aligns with state-level renewable energy targets, promoting energy security and sustainable development.
Environmental context
The plant is situated in a region with high solar irradiance, typical of India's semi-arid zones, making it ideal for solar power generation. Solar PV installations have minimal water usage and low operational emissions, but land use for large arrays can impact local ecosystems. In India, solar farms are often developed on wasteland or agricultural land, requiring careful siting to avoid habitat disruption. The facility's 20 MW capacity contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution from conventional power plants.
Frequently asked questions
Horti Solar Power Plant is located in India, with coordinates approximately 17.9054 N, 76.3224 E, in the state of Maharashtra.
The plant has a capacity of 20 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
The plant is owned by Essel MP Energy Limited, a company involved in renewable energy development in India.
India's solar power sector is supported by the National Solar Mission, renewable purchase obligations (RPOs), and state-level policies. The government targets 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030.
The plant generates clean electricity, reducing reliance on coal and lowering carbon emissions. Solar PV has minimal water use and no air pollutants during operation.