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Tata Power Commissions 300 MW Koppal Solar Project for SECI in Karnataka with Advanced Solar Tracking Technology

Project to generate 810 MUs annually and reduce 103,820 tonnes of CO2 emissions, boosting Tata Power Renewables' portfolio to 12 GW

Tata Power Renewables has commissioned a 300 MW solar project in Koppal, Karnataka for SECI, expected to generate 810 MUs annually and reduce CO2 emissions by 103,820 tonnes. This project advances Tata Power Renewables' portfolio to 12 GW of renewable capacity and supports India's clean energy goals with advanced solar tracking and bifacial modules.

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Tata Power Renewables has commissioned a 300 MW solar project in Koppal, Karnataka for the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI), expected to generate 810 million units of renewable energy annually and reduce carbon emissions by 103,820 tonnes.

The project utilizes advanced solar trackers that enable modules to follow the sun’s movement, optimizing energy generation with high-efficiency TP580HG10NB bifacial solar modules.

TP Saurya, a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Power Renewables, developed the project, marking a significant addition to its renewable energy portfolio.

The commissioning raises Tata Power Renewables' total utility-scale renewable capacity to 12 GW, comprising 7.2 GW operational including 5.8 GW solar and 1.3 GW wind, and about 4.9 GW under implementation.

Approximately 40% of the workforce at the Koppal project are women professionals engaged in key technical and leadership roles, highlighting gender diversity in its operations.

Highlights

  • 300 MW solar project commissioned in Koppal, Karnataka by Tata Power Renewables for SECI.
  • Expected annual generation of 810 million units (MUs) of renewable energy.
  • Advanced solar trackers and TP580HG10NB bifacial modules deployed to optimize output.
  • Annual reduction of 103,820 tonnes of CO2 emissions anticipated.
  • Tata Power Renewables’ total utility-scale renewable capacity now at 12 GW.
  • Approximately 40% of project site workforce are women in technical and leadership roles.

Key Data Snapshot

Project Capacity300 MW
Annual Renewable Energy Generation810 MUs
Annual CO2 Emission Reduction103,820 tonnes
Total Tata Power Renewables Utility Capacity12 GW
Operational Renewable Capacity7.2 GW
Operational Solar Capacity5.8 GW
Operational Wind Capacity1.3 GW
Renewable Capacity Under Implementation4.9 GW
Women Workforce Percentage at Project Site~40%

What happened

  • Tata Power Renewables commissioned a 300 MW solar project in Koppal, Karnataka for SECI.
  • The project uses solar tracking technology and bifacial modules to increase energy output.
  • The project contributes significantly to the company’s renewable energy portfolio and supports India's clean energy transition.

Key details

  • The Koppal project is expected to generate 810 million units of renewable energy annually.
  • Advanced TP580HG10NB bifacial solar modules deployed along with solar trackers.
  • Approximately 40% of the project workforce are women in site management and engineering roles.
  • Project mitigates an estimated 103,820 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually.

Operational performance

  • With this project, Tata Power Renewables’ total utility-scale renewable capacity reached 12 GW.
  • Operational renewable capacity includes 5.8 GW of solar and 1.3 GW of wind.
  • The company has about 4.9 GW renewable capacity under various stages of implementation.

Background and context

  • The project aligns with Tata Power’s commitment to expanding clean energy capacity and reducing carbon footprint.
  • It reflects Tata Power Renewables’ focus on technology-led solutions including solar tracking and bifacial panels.

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