Overview
Neemrana is a 5 MW solar PV facility located in Rajasthan, India. It contributes to India's renewable energy capacity under national solar targets.
Neemrana is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant with a capacity of 5 megawatts, located in the Neemrana region of Rajasthan, India. The facility is operational and adds to the growing solar infrastructure in the state, which benefits from high solar irradiance. As a solar PV installation, Neemrana converts sunlight directly into electricity using semiconductor technology. India's renewable energy sector is supported by national targets, including the goal of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, and state-level policies such as Rajasthan's Solar Energy Policy, which promotes solar park development and grid-connected projects. The plant's output feeds into the local grid, helping to meet regional energy demand and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Solar PV projects like Neemrana also contribute to India's commitments under the Paris Agreement, supporting a transition to cleaner energy sources.
Environmental context
Solar PV installations like Neemrana have a low environmental footprint during operation, with no emissions or water consumption. However, land use for solar farms can impact local ecosystems and agriculture. In arid regions of Rajasthan, careful site selection and management are needed to minimize habitat disruption and soil erosion.
Frequently asked questions
The Neemrana solar PV plant is located in the Neemrana region of Rajasthan, India, at coordinates 27.945 N, 76.360 E.
The Neemrana solar plant has a capacity of 5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale solar PV installation.
Solar PV technology uses semiconductor materials to convert sunlight directly into electricity. Panels are arranged in arrays and connected to inverters that feed power into the grid.
India's renewable energy growth is driven by national targets like 500 GW non-fossil capacity by 2030, and state policies such as Rajasthan's Solar Energy Policy, which offers incentives for solar park development and grid connectivity.
Solar PV generates electricity without greenhouse gas emissions or water consumption during operation, helping to reduce air pollution and combat climate change.