Telangana to tender 3,000 MW solar and 800 MW wind for peak demand
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Renewable energy integration and BESS: a GS3 case study on energy security and grid stability.
Why in news
The Telangana State Government initiated a renewable energy procurement programme to meet a 19,892 MW peak demand through TGREDCO and TG-Genco.
Background
The state plans to tender 3,000 MW of solar power with 6,000 MWh Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and 800 MW of wind power. The projects involve 2,000 MW of Renewable Energy Round-the-Clock (RE-RTC) and 2,000 MWh of Firm Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) BESS.
Facts for Prelims
- FactTelangana's peak demand target for the procurement programme is 19,892 MW
- FactThe solar component includes 3,000 MW of capacity with 6,000 MWh BESS
- FactThe wind component includes 800 MW of capacity
- FactRE-RTC and FDRE BESS projects are proposed for 25 and 15 years respectively
- BodyTGREDCO (Telangana Renewable Energy Development Corporation Ltd) and TG-Genco (Telangana Power Generation Corporation Ltd) are the executing bodies
Prelims practice question
Which body is responsible for executing the renewable energy procurement programme in Telangana?
- (a)NTPC
- (b)SECI
- (c)TATA Power
- (d)TGREDCO
Show answer
Answer: (d) TGREDCO — The note identifies TGREDCO and TG-Genco as the executing bodies for the programme.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of integrating Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Round-the-Clock (RTC) renewable energy in achieving India's energy security goals.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Grid stability: Addressing intermittency of solar and wind through BESS and FDRE
- Private-Public Partnership: Leveraging private developers for large-scale renewable infrastructure
- Decarbonization: Transitioning from peak demand reliance on fossil fuels to dispatchable renewables
Keywords: Renewable Energy · BESS · Peak Demand · Grid Stability · Energy Security
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