Development of non-conventional sources of energy is of prime importance for the sustainable and inclusive growth in the state. Conventional energy resources are depleting at an accelerated rate and non-conventional resources could play a leading role in energy security in the state.
Non-Conventional energy resources could minimise the transmission cost and energy divide between the remote locations
Solar
- Rajasthan has a unique geographical location in the tropical climate which enables it with high solar radiation intensity throughout the year.
- Sky is clear with abundant sunlight for about 300 days a year
- Solar insulation is greater than 600 Kcal/ sq. cm. through out the state.
- solar energy could be used as heat energy or could be converted into electricity through photovoltic cells
- National Solar Mission
Various uses of solar energy are:-
- Solar Power thermal plants – such as at Mathania with help of world bank
- Solar Gasifier- Kota, Bharatpur, Hanumangarh and Lunkaransar
- Solar Milk Chilling Plant- Bharatpur
- Solar Cookers
- Solar Road Lights
- Solar water pumps
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