TN plans Rs 70k crore worth 20k MW solar plants by 2030
CHENNAI: In a bid to increase renewable energy resources, reduce the quantum of power being purchased from private companies, and cut the State’s carbon footprint, the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (Tangedco) is planning to install a total of 20,000 megawatt (MW) capacity of solar plants at an approximate cost of Rs 70,000 crore across TN by 2030. Tangedco has floated a tender inviting consultants for the project.
A senior official of Tangedco told TNIE the tender is likely to be finalised on March 20 and the selected company will start its work in the first week of April. He also said the consultant will analyse the climatic conditions, availability of raw materials, and cost before recommending ideal place for installing the plants.
