Tata Power Renewables Energy Ltd (TPREL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Tata Power, has commissioned a 300-mw solar power project at Dholera, Gujarat.
The project will generate 774 million kwh annually. Along with this, it will reduce approximately 70,4340 tonnes of CO2 emissions, per year. Equipped with 8.73 lakh monocrystalline PV modules, the project was commissioned well within the stipulated timeline. The total area used for the installation is 1,320 acres divided into six different plots of 220 acres each.
The 300-mw Dholera solar project is the India’s largest single-axis solar tracker system, Tata Power said.
Challenges overcome
Despite the various COVID-19 challenges faced by the industry, TPREL through Tata Power’s EPC arm Tata Power Solar Systems Limited has successfully completed the project within the project timelines due to its excellent project execution capabilities and experience. Tata Power managed customized installation, basis the geographical locations and land conditions.
Pre-cast ballasts were also used to lay power cables 500mm above the ground instead of conventional underground laying.
The weather conditions at the site during the construction period were unpredictable due to very heavy rains leading to the 33kV cable trench submerging in water. However, with the help of floaters, the execution team laid HT cables at the location. Pre-cast ballasts were also used to lay power cables 500mm above the ground instead of conventional underground laying. Despite the challenges like weather, machinery, and manpower movement, the project was commissioned successfully.
Proud moment
Speaking about the commissioning of the project, Dr. Praveer Sinha, CEO & Managing Director, Tata Power, said “Commissioning of India’s largest single-axis solar tracker system of 300 MW Solar plant at Dholera in Gujarat within the set timelines is a proud moment for Tata Power. Our technical expertise and project execution skills will further solidify our position in the solar EPC space and help India lead the way in renewable energy growth.”
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Total capacity crosses 5GW
With the addition of 300 mw, the renewables capacity in operation for Tata Power will now be 3,400 mw, inclusive of 2,468 mw of Solar and 932 mw of wind. Tata Power’s total renewable capacity is 5,020 mw, inclusive of 1,620 mw of renewable projects under various stages of implementation.
