Rooftop solar plants commissioned at 148 stations across South Western Railway
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Indian Railways commissioned rooftop solar plants at 148 stations in the South Western Railway (SWR) zone to support the national net-zero carbon emissions goal by 2030.
Background
The South Western Railway (SWR) zone has commissioned solar plants at 148 stations, including service buildings, workshops, and level crossing gates. The cumulative installed solar capacity in the SWR zone has reached 7,491.6 kWp.
Facts for Prelims
- FactSWR zone cumulative installed solar capacity: 7,491.6 kWp
- FactNumber of stations with rooftop solar in SWR: 148
- FactNational target: Net-zero carbon emissions by 2030
For Mains
Q. Discuss the role of decentralized renewable energy systems in achieving India's net-zero carbon emission targets by 2030.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Operational efficiency: Reduction in electricity procurement costs for railway infrastructure
- Decentralized model: Utilizing existing railway land and rooftops to minimize land acquisition hurdles
Keywords: Net-zero emissions · Renewable energy · Decentralized power · Sustainable infrastructure · Carbon footprint
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