Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd (TPREL), a subsidiary of Tata Power, has successfully commissioned the 126 MW Omkareshwar floating solar project in Madhya Pradesh, marking one of India’s largest floating solar installations. Awarded by NHDC with an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract worth ₹596 crore, the project is situated in the Khandwa district and supplies green power to the Madhya Pradesh Power Transmission Company (MPPTCL).
Key Highlights of the Omkareshwar Floating Solar Project:
- Capacity: 126 MW, generating approximately 204,580 MWh annually.
- Environmental Impact: Offsets 173,893 tonnes of CO₂ emissions each year and conserves around 32.5 million cubic meters of water by reducing reservoir evaporation.
- Technology: Features 213,460 bifacial glass-to-glass modules, robust mooring systems, wave breakers, ballast anchors, and adaptive cableways. It also hosts the world’s largest inverter floating platform over 260 hectares.
- Unique Location: Positioned between Indirasagar and Omkareshwar hydroelectric reservoirs, the project overcame challenges such as fluctuating water levels and high winds, achieving completion in just 26 months.
Leadership Statements
Deepesh Nanda, CEO and Managing Director of TPREL, emphasized the project’s role in showcasing how renewable resources can drive carbon reduction while efficiently using land and water. NHPC’s Managing Director Rajeev Jain highlighted the significance of floating solar technology in generating clean energy and conserving water resources.
Impact on TPREL’s Renewable Portfolio
With this addition, TPREL’s total renewable energy capacity now stands at 10.9 GW, including 5.3 GW of operational projects (4.3 GW in solar and 1 GW in wind) and 5.6 GW in various stages of development.
The Omkareshwar floating solar project not only supports India’s renewable energy ambitions but also sets a new global standard for floating solar technology, demonstrating how innovative engineering can tackle environmental challenges and pave the way for future installations worldwide.
