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Time of India
06-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Koradi, Khaparkheda bunds 90% full, fly ash to be given for free
Nagpur: With the ash bunds of Koradi and Khaparkheda thermal power plants nearing saturation, the Nagpur district administration will make the fly ash available for free to entrepreneurs, builders and small industries. The decision was taken at a high-level meeting chaired by district collector Vipin Itankar at the collectorate recently. The fly ash is currently stored at the ash bunds at Khasara, Koradi, Waregaon and Nandgaon villages. Officials from the administration said that the ash bunds of both the plants are now 90% full, triggering concern over environmental and logistical challenges. Koradi generates around 12,000 metric tonnes of fly ash daily, while Khaparkheda adds another 7,000 tonnes. "The govt will not levy any charges for ash. It is available free for any entrepreneur or business that can put it to productive use," said Itankar. However, the recipient will have to bear the transportation cost. Fly ash can be used in various applications, particularly in the brick industry, stone quarries, layout filling, and manufacturing of cement pipes and paver blocks. To further encourage utilisation, the district has proposed a financial incentive of Rs125 per tonne for govt and semi-govt agencies that use fly ash for infrastructure projects. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New Launch by L&T – 3 & 4 BHKs Near Viviana L&T Evara Heights Enquire Now Undo This includes road construction and dam reinforcement work etc. Officials from the Maharashtra State Power Generation Company (Mahagenco) and the environment department were present during the meeting. Chief engineers Vilas Motghare (Koradi) and Girish Kumarwar (Khaparkheda) briefed the collector on the status of storage and disposal. Senior officials emphasised that the distribution will follow the rules and guidelines laid down by the Maharashtra environment department and Mahagenco. The aim is to turn an environmental burden into a resource by enabling its use in development and construction sectors. Entrepreneurs and contractors looking to procure ash can contact the ash utilisation departments at the respective power plants. Executive engineer Praveen Madavi (Koradi) can be reached at 8411957872, and executive engineer Pankaj Dharaskar (Khaparkheda) at 9923585481 during office hours. The administration hopes the move will ease pressure on ash bunds while giving a boost to cost-effective and eco-friendly construction practices.
Indian Express
24-06-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Mahagenco to set up 1,071 MW solar projects; over 3 lakh farmers to benefit: Maharashtra CM Fadnavis
The Maharashtra government on Monday announced that the state-run Mahagenco would set up solar power projects with a total capacity of 1,071 megawatts under the Chief Minister's Solar Agriculture Feeder Scheme 2.0. The projects are expected to benefit over three lakh farmers across the state by ensuring uninterrupted daytime electricity for irrigation. Making the announcement, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the initiative aims to reduce dependence on conventional energy sources, lower carbon emissions, and enhance farm productivity. 'This is not just an energy project—it's a farmer welfare initiative powered by sustainability,' he said. The solar projects will be developed near agricultural distribution substations—within a radius of 5-10 km—with capacities ranging from 0.5 MW to 25 MW. These will be dedicated exclusively to agriculture feeders, thereby reducing the load on the conventional power grid during peak hours and ensuring a timely power supply for irrigation. The Chief Minister's Solar Agriculture Feeder Scheme 2.0 falls under Mission 2025—an ambitious plan to solarise 30 per cent of all agricultural feeders by 2025. To streamline the projects' implementation and ensure transparency, the government has partnered with GEAPP India—the Indian arm of the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet, backed by the Rockefeller Foundation, the IKEA Foundation, and the Bezos Earth Fund. GEAPP will assist Mahagenco (Maharashtra State Power Generation Company Limited) by deploying a project monitoring unit and developing a digital dashboard to track project status, land acquisition, and implementation in real time. Officials said a joint strategic committee comprising representatives from the state government, Mahagenco, and GEAPP would oversee the project's execution, monitor progress, and address logistical and administrative challenges. With an installed capacity of 13,880 MW, Mahagenco is India's second-largest state-owned power generator, after the National Thermal Power Corporation. While the bulk of its power generation comes from thermal and hydroelectric sources, the company is increasingly shifting focus to renewables, particularly solar, in a bid to offer low-cost, low-emission electricity. Energy department officials said the projects would not only help stabilise the electricity supply in rural areas but also reduce subsidy burdens by lowering generation and transmission costs. 'The distributed model of solar generation aligns with both environmental goals and rural development priorities. It's a win-win for the farmers and for the state,' an official said.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
‘Solar power causing thermal plant outages'
Nagpur: Increased generation of solar electricity, seen as a cheaper alternative by consumers, has led to higher forced outages at thermal power plants, said director (operations) of state govt-owned Mahagenco Sanjay Marudkar.A major jump in solar power during the daytime is taking a toll on the wear and tear of thermal plants' boilers. He said as much as 6,000 MW solar power is pumped into the grid in the day time, forcing Mahagenco to balance the grid by reducing generation from thermal power reductions and fluctuations leave stress on the boilers of the power plants. This results in heat excursions, causing snags like joint failures and boiler tube leaks. That is the reason the number of forced outages of power plants was more this year, he are key equipment in a power plant, and as many as 40% of the boilers used in the state's thermal power plants are at least 30 years old, said Marudkar. The old equipment has also led to an increase in the power generation cost, he said. And the increased stress has ultimately led to more power outages, he was speaking at a conference on the boiler industry — Boiler World Update (BWU) WeldConnect, organised in the city on the distribution companies maintain a strategy for consumers. When the thermal power generation has to be reduced, the plants making the costliest power cut the production first, followed by the cheapest in the end. This also takes a toll on the boilers, he said at the there is a less need for power, and some units of a power plant are shut due to snags. At such times, the state has to buy costly power from elsewhere, he said. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
Indian Express
29-04-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Maharashtra aims to generate 8,905 MW of power from pumped-storage hydroelectric projects
The Maharashtra government has turned to pump-storage hydroelectric projects, with the water resources department signing agreements on Tuesday with Mahagenco, Mahagenco Renewable Energy Ltd and Aavada Aqua Batteries to generate 8,905 MW of power. The memorandums of understanding (MoUs) for setting up pumped-storage hydroelectric projects at nine sites were signed in the presence of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Mahagenco, or Maharashtra State Power Generation Corporation Limited, will set up pumped-storage hydroelectric projects at Ghatghar (125 MW), Kodali (220 MW), Varasgaon (1200 MW), and Panshet (1600 MW), while Mahagenco Renewable Energy Ltd will set up the projects at Mudkhed (110 MW), Nive (1200 MW), and Varandaghat (800 MW). Avaada Group will set up two big pumped-storage hydroelectric projects. 'The two major pumped-storage hydro projects 2400 MW Pawana Falyan and 1200 MW Sirsala, with a combined capacity of 3,650 MW, will see a cumulative investment of Rs 15,100 crore and generate over 3,800 direct employment opportunities,' read an official statement issued after the agreements were signed. Pumped-storage projects are expected to enable round-the-clock renewable power, supporting grid balancing, and ensuring the seamless integration of clean energy into the state's power mix. Fadnavis said in the statement, 'Maharashtra has taken the leadership role in promoting renewable energy. It is committed to clean green energy. It is our resolve to make the state the green energy hub of India.' 'All these MoUs signed must translate into execution on the ground and the government will ensure complete support for developers to fast-track these transformational projects,' he added. Vineet Mittal, Chairman, Avaada Group, called the agreement a decisive step towards securing India's clean energy future. 'Pumped-storage solutions are pivotal for maintaining grid reliability and ensuring renewable energy availability round-the-clock. We are honoured to partner with the government of Maharashtra in this journey towards a sustainable and prosperous future,' he said.
