The 126 MW Omkareshwar Floating Solar Park spans 642 acres, boosting green power. Kurt Knutsson reports on this innovative solution to global energy challenges.

By now, we've all heard of solar power farms on land, but on water? Well, India has just launched its largest floating solar park yet, the Omkareshwar Floating Solar Park, in Madhya Pradesh.

This ambitious project is making waves in the renewable energy sector, marking a significant milestone in India's goal toward a greener future. Located on a vast reservoir, the park demonstrates the country's innovative approach to harnessing solar power while conserving vital resources.

Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) has achieved a pretty incredible engineering feat that's as impressive as it is innovative. TPREL's 126 MW floating solar project features 213,460 bifacial glass-to-glass modules spread across 260 hectares (642 acres) of water surface between the Indira Sagar and Omkareshwar hydroelectric reservoirs. These advanced panels are expected to generate a whopping 204,580 MWh of clean energy annually, sufficient to power thousands of homes across the region.

Larsen & Toubro (L&T), a global leader in renewable energy solutions, has also played a crucial role in the Omkareshwar Floating Solar Park. L&T successfully commissioned a 90 MW floating solar power plant as part of the project. This significant contribution underscores L&T's expertise in harnessing renewable energy and its commitment to sustainable development.