MUMBAI: Tata Power Renewable Energy, the renewable energy arm of Tata Power, on Thursday said that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with NHPC Renewable Energy (NHPC REL) to lead the installation of rooftop solar projects across government buildings of central ministries, states and Union territories.
This initiative, under the ambitious PM Surya Ghar Yojna Scheme, aims for 100% solarisation of government-owned buildings by December 2025.This alliance is set to support the transformation of India’s energy landscape by harnessing the untapped potential of rooftop spaces on government buildings, fostering a cleaner and greener future, TPRE stated.The MoU was signed on July 17 at the NHPC Office Complex in Faridabad.
The ministry of new and renewable energy (MNRE) has appointed NHPC as a scheme implementing partner (SIP) to drive the RTS Projects, which will be carried out by its wholly-owned subsidiary, NHPC-REL.Deepesh Nanda, CEO & MD of Tata Power Renewable Energy, said, “This collaboration represents a major step forward in our shared vision of a sustainable and green energy future. By leveraging our combined strengths, we are confident in achieving our goal of 100% solarisation by 2025, setting a benchmark for renewable energy projects in the country.”
RP Goyal, CMD of NHPC, added, “This initiative will not only help us meet our solarisation targets but also contribute significantly to reducing the carbon footprint of government buildings. We look forward to a successful collaboration that paves the way for more sustainable energy solutions.”
Source: The Financial Express
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