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Odisha launched a New Renewable energy programme

August 27 , 2017 2679 days 1506 0
  • Odisha launched a grid-connected rooftop solar programme through the net-metering system
  • The Chief Minister of Odisha, has launched a grid-connected rooftop solar programme through the net-metering system at the Bhubaneshwar in a bid to enable public participation to harness renewable energy.
  • The State government will provide 30% subsidy to the consumers belonging to residential and institutional segments as well as to registered societies and trusts.
  • At present, current investment for installation of a rooftop project is around Rs 70,000 per KW.
  • The web portal “www.rtsodisha.gov.in” was also launched that will provide an opportunity to the stakeholders to interact with customers for timely delivery of services online.
  • Under the programme, consumers can install solar plants on their rooftops and consume the generated solar power during day time.
  • Excess power can be sold to the grid at 220 v/440 v levels through service cables.
  • The program is being implemented by Odisha Renewable Energy Development Agency (OREDA).
 

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