Tamil Nadu power utility plans importing 22 MT coal to meet requirements
The Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Company (Tangedco) will be importing 22 lakh metric tonnes of coal during the current financial year. Of this 7.2 lakh MT of coal will be imported in February 2023, sources in the Tangedco told IANS.
According to the officials of the Tamil Nadu power utility, a tender for the same has been floated and seven bidders participated in this. However, the tender will be finalised within a few more days.
Tamil Nadu depends on Thermal power and wind power in addition to hydroelectric power and the wind season, which commenced in May will conclude by October end. In the state, the wind energy is generated in many areas, including Madurai, Theni, Cumbom, and Nagercoil and according to the Tangedco officials,
