Pavagada Solar Renewable Power

Project Type

Pavagada Solar Renewable Power

Location

Karnataka, India

UN Sustainability Goals

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, goal number 7, Affordable and Clean Energy.
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, goal number 8, Decent Work and Economic Growth.
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, goal number 9, Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure.
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, goal number 11, Sustainable Cities and Communities.
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, goal number 13, Climate Action.
  • Generates clean electricity through the installation of renewable solar infrastructure
  • This project cuts GHGs by shifting power generation away from India’s dominant coal-powered plants and providing greater energy security
  • It also offers local employment to build and operate this critical energy infrastructure

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