₹50,000 crore investment being made in Energy Sector: Bihar Energy Minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav
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Why in news
Bihar Energy Minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav announced a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for a solar energy and battery storage project in Lakhisarai to bolster the state's energy infrastructure.
Background
The Bihar State Power Generation Company Limited (BSPGCL) signed a PPA for a 185 MW solar energy and 282 MWh battery storage project in Kajra, Lakhisarai. The project aims to add 301 MW solar energy and 523 MWh battery storage capacity by January 2027.
Facts for Prelims
- FactProject capacity: 185 MW solar energy and 282 MWh battery storage in Kajra, Lakhisarai.
- FactTarget operational date: January 2027.
- BodyBSPGCL: Bihar State Power Generation Company Limited.
- BodyBSPHCL: Bihar State Power Holding Company Limited.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of integrating battery energy storage systems (BESS) with solar power to achieve India's renewable energy targets.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Grid stability: Mitigating intermittency of solar power through large-scale battery storage capacity
- Decarbonization: Reducing carbon intensity of state power grids to meet global warming targets
Keywords: Renewable Energy · Battery Energy Storage · Power Purchase Agreement · Grid Stability · Decarbonization
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