Indian Railways to set up 20 GW solar power plants on its surplus land to become 'Atmnirbhar' by 2030
In order to meet its energy requirements of over 33 billion units by 2030, the Indian Railways is mulling to set up 20 GW (gigawatts) solar power plants on its surplus land. Union Commerce, Industry and Railways Minister Piyush Goyal said, “The Indian Railways plans to use its surplus land to generate 20 GW of renewable energy from 'Made in India' solar or wind equipment to fulfill its power network.”
Aug 27, 2020, 16:59 PM IST
SoftBank Vision Fund, Saudi Arabia to create world's biggest solar power firm
Saudi Arabia`s Vision 2030 reform plan, which aims to reduce the country`s economic dependence on oil, was a good match for the fund`s long-term vision for innovation.
Mar 28, 2018, 14:43 PM IST
Adani plans to set up large-scale solar project in Australia
After setting up one of the world's largest coal mines in Australia, ports-to-power conglomerate Adani Group is planning to build a large-scale solar project in the country.
Feb 08, 2016, 23:42 PM IST
CAG flags violation in 'depreciation' benefit to RIL
Reliance Industries availed undue 'accelerated depreciation' benefit for a solar power project for which it also got Rs 22.49 crore incentive under a government scheme, a CAG report said Tuesday.
Dec 08, 2015, 23:08 PM IST
PM Modi asks states to work proactively on solar power projects
Amid his thrust on clean energy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday asked states to work proactively to enable speedy implementation of solar power projects.
Sep 30, 2015, 22:54 PM IST
Adani, Rajasthan govt to set up India's largest solar park
The company will set up solar power project of 5000 MW on its own in the next five years. The Adani Group will also develop solar manufacturing units and power evacuation systems.
Feb 09, 2015, 22:36 PM IST
NTPC, AP sign initial pact for 1,000 MW solar power projects
On an average Rs 7 crore per megawatt is incurred in setting up a solar power plant.
Sep 16, 2014, 21:11 PM IST
