National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has inaugurated a 585kWp solar plant at the RRTS Depot in Duhai, Ghaziabad. The solar plant will generate over 6, 66,000 units of energy per year in its 25-year lifespan.
The NCRTC, a joint venture between the Indian government and the states of Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, is responsible for executing the RRTS project throughout the National Capital Region. The RRTS (Regional Rapid Transport System) will provide reliable point-to-point regional travel at high speeds along dedicated pathways.
“The (new) plant is expected to reduce CO2 emissions by 615 tonnes per year, contributing to a remarkable reduction of 15,375 tonnes over its lifetime,” said NCRTC. The energy generated by the new plant will power the entire depot. Further, any surplus power will be used for other RRTS operations.
The organization also states that it will position the Duhai depot as a green depot. Moreover, a similar plant is set to be developed in Modipuram depot in Meerut.
NCRTC plans to solarize the entire 82km stretch of the RRTS project, by installing over 25000 solar panels at 25 stations and two major depots. 16 of the 25 solar stations can accommodate about 1100 solar panels and the remaining can get approximately 400 solar panels. Panels will also be installed on foot-over bridges.
The solar installations will together produce 11 MW of clean and affordable solar power.
India stands out as a global leader in solar adoption, with a particular emphasis on integrating this technology into various modes of transportation, including regional railways, metro systems, and aviation.
Notably, Cochin is home to the world’s first solar-powered airport, while numerous metro organizations have embarked on the transition to solar energy. Pune Metro, for instance, has revealed intentions to implement 9 MW of solar capacity by February 2024.
Similarly, Delhi Metro has set a target of achieving a solar power capacity of 10 MW for Phase IV, further exemplifying the nation’s commitment to sustainable energy solutions.
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Resource: Hindustan Times
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