A comprehensive solar policy is going to be framed in in Odisha, the State government has decided to this extent to promote solar power generation in a big way. The State Department of Science & Technology, which is finalising the policy has targeted solar power production of 80 mw in three years.
The State government had discussions with the chief secretary regarding the solar power policy. The policy is set to be finalised within two months, said DN Gupta, Secretary (Science & Technology). The State is also going to come out with Vision 2020 for the renewable energy sector by that time.
He added that the State-owned Odisha Renewable Energy Development Agency (OREDA) will work as the single window clearance agency for solar power projects. Some private investors have already installed solar plants in the state and many others are keen to put up their projects, said Gupta.
The State policyÂ’s thrust will be on solar photo-voltaic cell for electricity generation, solar heating systems and solar water pump systems.
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