Overview
Talmadia A is a 10 MW solar PV facility located in India. The plant contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity under national solar targets.
Talmadia A is a solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant located in India, with a capacity of 10 MW. The facility is operational and contributes to India's growing renewable energy portfolio, supporting the country's goal of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030. The plant uses solar PV technology to convert sunlight into electricity. India's solar sector benefits from national policies such as the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission and state-level renewable energy targets. The 10 MW scale places it in the small-to-medium range for utility-scale solar projects in India. Solar PV plants like Talmadia A help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support energy security. The facility's location in India provides high solar irradiance, making it well-suited for solar generation. The electricity generated is typically fed into the local grid, supporting regional energy needs.
Environmental context
Solar PV plants have minimal environmental impact compared to fossil fuel plants. They require land for installation, which can affect local ecosystems if not sited carefully. In India, solar projects are often developed on wasteland or agricultural land, with measures to minimize land-use conflicts. The high solar irradiance in the region supports efficient energy generation with low water consumption.
Frequently asked questions
Talmadia A is a solar PV plant located in India, with coordinates approximately 18.232° N, 78.343° E.
Talmadia A has a capacity of 10 MW, making it a small-to-medium scale solar photovoltaic facility.
Talmadia A uses solar photovoltaic (PV) technology to convert sunlight into electricity.
India supports solar energy through the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission, state-level renewable portfolio standards, and various financial incentives such as accelerated depreciation and viability gap funding.
Solar PV plants generate electricity without emitting greenhouse gases during operation, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and contributing to climate change mitigation.