In a significant move towards sustainable energy, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has approved a proposal to procure 200 MW of solar power. This decision, made during the council’s recent meeting, aims to address the electricity deficit and supports NDMC’s goal of achieving 100% green power by 2025.
The solar energy will be sourced through the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) for a duration of 25 years, with a supply tariff of approximately ₹2.61/kWh. The council’s first meeting after the Lok Sabha elections saw several policy proposals cleared, including this critical step towards renewable energy.
NDMC has announced its ambition to become the country’s first municipality to utilize 100% green power by 2025. Council member highlighted that while the New Delhi area experiences a maximum demand of 450 MW per day during summer months, the civic body has made arrangements to meet a demand of up to 525 MW per day. The approval of the 200 MW solar power procurement marks a crucial step in this direction, aligning with the council’s long-term renewable energy obligations.
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