Overview
Khilchipur Solar Power Plant is a 25 MW solar PV facility in Rajasthan, India, operated by ACME Solar Energy. It contributes to India's renewable energy targets under the national solar mission.
Khilchipur Solar Power Plant is a 25 MW solar photovoltaic facility located in the Khilchipur region of Rajasthan, India. Owned and operated by ACME Solar Energy, the plant is operational and contributes to the state's renewable energy capacity. Rajasthan, with its high solar irradiance, is a key hub for solar power in India. The plant uses solar PV technology to convert sunlight into electricity. With a capacity of 25 MW, it falls into the medium-scale category for solar farms in India. The facility operates under India's national solar mission and benefits from policies such as the Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) and feed-in tariffs, which support the growth of solar energy. Environmentally, the Khilchipur Solar Power Plant helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing fossil fuel-based electricity. It supports grid stability in the region and aligns with India's goal of achieving 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. The plant's location in a sunny region maximizes energy generation efficiency.
Environmental context
The Khilchipur region in Rajasthan experiences high solar irradiance, making it ideal for solar power generation. Solar PV plants like this one have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no emissions or water consumption. However, land use for solar farms can impact local ecosystems; in arid regions, careful siting is needed to avoid disrupting native vegetation and wildlife. The plant supports India's transition to clean energy and reduces reliance on coal-fired power.
Frequently asked questions
Khilchipur Solar Power Plant is located in the Khilchipur region of Rajasthan, India, at coordinates 24.0682 N, 76.5890 E.
The plant has a capacity of 25 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale solar photovoltaic facility.
The plant is owned and operated by ACME Solar Energy, a leading renewable energy company in India.
India's solar power sector is supported by the National Solar Mission, Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPOs), and state-level policies like net metering and feed-in tariffs, aiming for 500 GW renewable capacity by 2030.
The plant generates clean electricity without emissions, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting India's climate goals. Solar PV has minimal water use and low operational impact.