Increased Solar Energy Production in Uttar Pradesh
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| News Event | Solar Energy Production in Uttar Pradesh has increased 10 times in the last 8 years. |
| Key Agency | Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency (UPNEDA) |
| Installed Capacity (2017) | 288 MW |
| Projected Capacity (2025) | 2653 MW |
| Major Policy | Solar Energy Policy - 2022: Targets 22,000 MW solar energy production in 5 years to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. |
| Key Projects | - Solar Power Park in Bundelkhand: 4,000 MW capacity. <br> - 800 MW solar projects in Chitrakoot, Banda, and other areas. <br> - Rooftop Solar: 508 MW installed. |
| State Ranking | Uttar Pradesh ranks 3rd in solar rooftop installations after Gujarat and Maharashtra. |
| Floating Solar Plant | - First floating solar plant in Dibiyapur, Auraiya. <br> - 1 GW capacity floating solar plant being installed in Lalitpur. |
| Solar Energy Types | - Solar Thermal: Uses sun's heat to warm water. <br> - Solar Photovoltaic (PV): Converts sunlight into electricity. |
| Applications of Solar Energy | - Powers cities via solar farms. <br> - Supplies electricity to remote areas. <br> - Provides energy to homes and commercial buildings through rooftop panels. |
| Example of Solar Energy Usage | Cochin International Airport effectively uses solar energy. |
| Importance of Solar Energy | - Reduces dependence on fossil fuels. <br> - Lowers carbon emissions. <br> - Improves air quality. <br> - Promotes energy access and security. |
| About UPNEDA | Established in 1983 as an autonomous body, later renamed to Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency (UPNEDA), acts as the state nodal agency for renewable energy schemes. |