Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd (TPREL)has announced the successful commissioning of the Omkareshwar Floating Solar Project. With an impressive capacity of 126 MW, this installation stands as one of the largest of its kind in India, marking a monumental step in the country’s push toward clean and sustainable energy.
The project, which is strategically located in the Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh, spans across the Indirasagar and Omkareshwar hydroelectric reservoirs. It is designed to deliver reliable, renewable power to the Madhya Pradesh Power Transmission Company Ltd (MPPTCL). The floating solar plant is an engineering marvel, overcoming a range of environmental and logistical challenges, including fluctuating water levels, high winds, and limited access to the site. Notably, the entire project was completed in just 26 months, underlining the efficiency and innovation of the team behind it.
The Omkareshwar Floating Solar Project is equipped with 213,460 bifacial glass-to-glass modules, which generate an impressive 204,580 MWh of energy annually. This translates to a significant reduction in carbon emissions, offsetting 173,893 tonnes of CO₂ each year. In addition to its environmental benefits, the project offers technological breakthroughs such as robust mooring systems, wave breakers, ballast anchors, and adaptive cableways to ensure operational stability. The installation also boasts the world’s largest inverter floating platform, spread across a sprawling 260-hectare water body. It sets a new global benchmark in floating solar technology.
In an additional environmental win, the Omkareshwar project contributes to water conservation by reducing reservoir evaporation by an estimated 32.5 million cubic meters annually.
Deepesh Nanda, CEO and Managing Director, Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd, expressed his pride in the accomplishment, saying, “We are delighted to set a new benchmark with one of the largest floating solar installations in the country, showcasing how innovative engineering can address environmental challenges. This project is a powerful example of how we can harness renewable resources to drive substantial carbon reduction while optimizing the use of our precious land and water resources.”
Rajeev Jain, Managing Director, NHDC Ltd, also shared his enthusiasm, stating, “The commissioning of the Omkareshwar Floating Solar Project marks a significant milestone for NHDC Ltd and our commitment to sustainable energy solutions. By partnering with Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited on this project, we have demonstrated that floating solar technology can provide clean energy while preserving vital water resources. We are excited about the potential this project holds for future renewable energy developments in India.”
As a result of this groundbreaking project, TPREL’s total renewable energy capacity now stands at 10.9 GW, with 5.6 GW of projects currently in various stages of implementation. Of this, 5.3 GW is already operational, comprising 4.3 GW of solar and 1 GW of wind energy projects.
The Omkareshwar Floating Solar Project is more than just an energy solution— it is a blueprint for future floating solar installations globally. By overcoming environmental obstacles and setting new technical standards, it demonstrates the powerful potential of floating solar technology and further strengthens India’s position as a leader in renewable energy.