Karnataka to harness solar energy from 40 lakes with floating panels

Category : Environment Conservation | Location : Karnataka  | Posted on 2024-07-15 23:36:03


Karnataka to harness solar energy from 40 lakes with floating panels

In a promising convergence of science, environment and water resource management, Karnataka government is making strides towards generating solar energy from its waterbodies. Three government departments — minor irrigation, water resources and Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Ltd (KREDL) — are joining forces to create the first-ever ‘water surface solar energy parks’ in southern India. 

Source: https://www.downtoearth.org.in/energy/karnataka-to-harness-solar-energy-from-40-lakes-with-floating-panels