Is solar energy a good option for India?

The Integrated Energy Policy of India envisages electricity generation installed capacity of 800 000 MW by 2030 and a substantial contribution would be from renewable energy. This indicates that India’s future energy requirements are going to be very high and solar energy can be one of the efficient and eco-friendly ways to meet the same.

What is solar thermal power generation system?

Solar thermal power generation systems also known as Solar Thermal Electricity (STE) generating systems are emerging renewable energy technologies and can be developed as viable option for electricity generation in future.

Can solar thermal power plants be developed in India?

This paper discusses the technology options, their current status and opportunities and challenges in developing solar thermal power plants in the context of India. India’s current electricity installed capacity is 135 401.63MW. Currently there is peak power shortage of about 10 % and overall power shortage of 7.5 %.

How to promote solar energy in India?

Government has taken several steps for promotion of solar energy in the country. These include: Standard Bidding Guidelines for tariff based competitive bidding process for procurement of Power from Grid Connected Solar PV and Wind Projects.

What is a solar thermal power plant?

of the plant structure2.2. DESIGNA solar thermal power plant, essentially contains a solar field and a thermal power generation unit– similar to the one used in thermal power plant using coal or other fossil fuels.The solar field raises the temperature of a thermal fluid, which in turn provides necessary heat for producing satu

Will solar power match coal in India?

Solar power is set for explosive growth in India, matching coal’s share in the Indian power generation mix within two decades in the STEPS – or even sooner in the Sustainable Development Scenario. As things stand, solar accounts for less than 4% of India’s electricity generation, and coal close to 70%.