Built as part of the Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) and for their captive consumption, the plant is based at the Andhra Sugars Limited, Chemicals & Fertilizers Division, Kovvur, Andhra Pradesh, the company said in a press release.
Tata Power Solar said that Andhra Sugars Limited opted for solar energy to fulfill its renewable obligation. However instead of 0.5% of total energy as per the obligation, they proactively opted for incorporating a significant higher percentage.
The 3 MW plant, built as part of the first phase, contributes to more than 15% of their Kovvur plant's power requirements, it added.
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