Mar 25, 2025, 11:08 PM
Mar 25, 2025, 11:08 PM
Massive solar farm in India generates power visible from space
- In 2024, the Omkareshwar Floating Solar Project was commissioned in central India.
- The project covers over 35 square miles and generates 216 megawatts of electricity, capable of powering approximately 140,000 homes.
- Floating solar projects are promoted as environmentally friendly, but they also face concerns about ecological impacts and higher costs.
In central India, the Omkareshwar Floating Solar Project represents a significant advance in renewable energy as it was installed on a Narmada River reservoir covering over 35 square miles. This project, which commenced in 2024, consists of two distinct installations that together generate a total of 216 megawatts of electricity. This amount of energy is sufficient to supply power to roughly 140,000 average households. This innovative approach harnesses solar energy while efficiently utilizing aquatic spaces, which some argue is an effective strategy against land use and water evaporation issues.
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