One of the main conditions for the construction of a powerful solar power plant is the presence of large terrestrial territory in which the solar panels are located. Some countries, such as India can not afford to waste the land for such projects. To solve this problem it was decided to build a floating solar power.
It is planned that the new plant will produce up to 50 megawatts of energy per year, according to the resource Engadget. It will be one of the largest facilities of its kind floating platform will occupy 1.27 million square meters. However, before the construction of the main power on one of the lakes in India will be launched less powerful test project.
Floating platforms are mounted on the water to prevent swinging structure in the waves. In addition, engineers are working on security installations in strong winds.
The project cost is estimated at 64-72 million dollars. The construction of a floating solar power plant is scheduled to begin this fall.
Note that this is not the first Indian project aimed at the construction of solar power stations .