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Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd. (TPREL), a subsidiary of Tata Power, announced the commissioning of its 126 MW Omkareshwar floating solar project in Madhya Pradesh—one of India’s largest floating solar installations to date.
The project’s engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract, valued at ?596 crore, was awarded by NHDC. Situated in Khandwa district between the Indirasagar and Omkareshwar hydroelectric reservoirs, the installation overcame complex environmental challenges like fluctuating water levels, strong winds, and restricted access to successfully complete the project in just 26 months.
Spanning 260 hectares, the project includes 213,460 bifacial glass-to-glass solar modules, generating 204,580 MWh of energy annually and offsetting approximately 173,893 tonnes of CO2 emissions each year. Additionally, it conserves around 32.5 million cubic meters of water annually by reducing evaporation from the reservoir.
To ensure durability and operational efficiency, advanced engineering solutions were implemented, such as mooring systems, wave breakers, ballast anchors, and adaptable cableways. Notably, the project also boasts the world’s largest inverter floating platform, establishing a new benchmark for floating solar technology worldwide.
“This project is a testament to how renewable energy can drive substantial carbon reduction while optimizing precious land and water resources,” said Deepesh Nanda, CEO and Managing Director at TPREL.
NHPC Managing Director Rajeev Jain also highlighted the importance of floating solar technology, noting that it can provide clean energy while conserving water resources—a vital consideration in India’s renewable energy strategy.
The Omkareshwar project sets an international standard for floating solar, underscoring TPREL’s innovative approach to overcoming environmental challenges. With this milestone, TPRELs renewable capacity has reached 10.9 GW, with 5.3 GW in operation across solar and wind energy projects and 5.6 GW in development. |
