The Indian government recently launched the installation of solar radiation sensors in several major cities across the country, aiming to improve the monitoring and management of solar resources and promote the further development of renewable energy. This initiative is an important part of India’s plan to achieve sustainable development goals (SDGs) and reduce carbon emissions.
As one of the countries with the richest solar resources in the world, India has made significant progress in the field of solar power generation in recent years. However, the efficiency and stability of solar power generation largely rely on the accurate monitoring of solar radiation. To this end, the Indian Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has jointly launched this solar radiation sensor installation project with a number of scientific research institutions and enterprises.
The main objectives of the project include:
1. Improve the accuracy of solar resource assessment:
By installing high-precision solar radiation sensors, real-time solar radiation data can be obtained to provide a reliable basis for the planning and design of solar power generation projects.
2. Optimize solar power generation efficiency:
Use the data collected by sensors to monitor the operating status of solar power stations in real time, adjust power generation strategies in time, and improve power generation efficiency.
3. Support policy formulation and scientific research:
Provide data support for the government to formulate renewable energy policies and scientific research institutions to conduct related research.
At present, the installation of solar radiation sensors has been carried out in major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, and Hyderabad. These cities were selected as the first pilot areas mainly because they have great development potential and demand for solar power generation.
In Delhi, sensors are installed on the roofs of several solar power stations and scientific research institutions. The Delhi Municipal Government said that these sensors will help them better understand the distribution of local solar resources and formulate more scientific urban planning.
Mumbai has chosen to install sensors on some large commercial buildings and public facilities. Mumbai Municipal Government officials said that this move will not only help improve the efficiency of solar power generation, but also provide new ideas for urban energy conservation and emission reduction.
The project has been supported by many international and domestic technology companies. For example, Honde Technology Co., LTD., a Chinese solar technology company, provided advanced sensor technology and data analysis support.
A person in charge of Honde Technology Co., LTD. said: “We are very pleased to work with the Indian government and scientific research institutions to promote the effective use of solar resources. Our sensor technology can provide high-precision solar radiation data to help India achieve its renewable energy goals.”
The Indian government plans to expand the installation of solar radiation sensors to more cities and rural areas across the country in the next few years. At the same time, the government also plans to develop a national solar resource database to integrate data collected by sensors in various places to support solar power generation projects across the country.
The Minister of New and Renewable Energy said: “Solar energy is the key to India’s energy transformation and sustainable development. Through this project, we hope to further improve the efficiency of solar energy resources and promote the development of India’s renewable energy industry.”
The solar radiation sensor installation project is an important step for India in the field of renewable energy. Through accurate solar radiation monitoring and data analysis, India is expected to make greater breakthroughs in solar power generation and contribute to global efforts to combat climate change and achieve sustainable development.
Post time: Jan-08-2025