
Floating Solar


From Land to Water: Recent developments in the floating PV segment
The floating, canal-top, and canal-bank solar segments have been gaining traction as they help avoid land acquisition challenges and increase the output of power projects, despite their high upfront cost. Projections made by Wood Mackenzie […]

Floating Platforms: Technology trends and design considerations
Land acquisition challenges have long hindered the implementation of large solar power projects in India. Many projects have been delayed, tenders postponed and bids cancelled. Thus, other solar segments such as rooftop and floating solar […]

Interview with Deepak Ushadevi: “Floating solar has been gaining good traction”
The floating solar segment has attracted the interest of the renewable energy industry, particularly in view of the land acquisition challenges. Further, higher generation, lower operations and maintenance (O&M) costs, and reduced water evaporation are […]

Occupying Water: Key developments in the floating solar segment across states
As most renewable energy projects, especially solar projects, are land intensive, floating solar is emerging as an efficient alternative. According to an article titled “Renewable Energy and Land Use in India: A Vision to Facilitate […]