Telangana govt to roll out solar electrification from the secretariat complex
Hyderabad:To lead by example in adopting solar energy as part of Green Energy Mission, the state government plans to instal solar power panels at the Secretariat to save on electricity bills.
The panels will be placed in open spaces, walkways and parking lots as a pilot project. This would help save around `10 crore power bills annually.
Subsequently, the government will take up solar electrification of district collectorates and major government officers in a phased manner, an official from the non-conventional energy wing.
The government intends to instal more green energy projects in GHMC limits by inviting support under corporate social responsibility (CSR). The surroundings of Hussainsagar and open areas around Sanjeevaiah Park are potential areas, he said.
The power sector is facing a debt of approximately `81,516 crore. The state's inability to clear these dues has led to significant operational challenges, including limitations on purchasing additional power during emergencies from private generators through the IEX (Indian Energy Exchange) platform.
Transitioning to solar energy will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with fossil fuel consumption and align with the global efforts to combat climate change challenges, said the official.
