In 2012, the Gujarat State Electricity Corporation and Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam
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The Gujarat State Electricity Corporation and Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam developed a canal-top solar plant to optimize land use and water conservation.
Background
The pilot project near Chandrasan village, Gujarat, spans 0.47 miles and reduces water evaporation by 2.38 million gallons annually. It aims to limit algae growth and has the potential to generate 2,200 MW of solar power if scaled to 10% of the state's canals.
Facts for Prelims
- FactThe canal-top solar plant reduces water evaporation by 2.38 million gallons annually.
- FactPotential solar power generation from 10% of Gujarat's canals is 2,200 MW.
- S&TCanal-top solar plants are designed to limit algae growth and conserve land resources.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how canal-top solar projects can contribute to India's renewable energy targets while addressing challenges of water conservation and infrastructure maintenance.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- dual-use of infrastructure
- water conservation benefits
- maintenance and cost challenges
- scalability for rural electrification
Keywords: renewable energy · resource optimization · water conservation · infrastructure synergy · decentralized power
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