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    • Jan 30
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Netrokona 50 MW (IPP) Solar Power Plant

Current Status: Planning

Representational Photo (Source: Africa 21)


Netrokona 50 MW Solar Power Plant, is an announced solar power plant situated in Netrokona District of Netrokona in Mymensingh division Bangladesh (Location: 24.883081, 90.727669). Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) prepared a power purchase proposal and submitted it to the Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase (CCGP) in 2022. The proposal was still waiting for approval of CCGP  in January 2024. Cyclect Holdings is developing this project. The expected date for commercial operation is 30 December 2025.


Capacity

The  installed capacity of this power plant is 50 MW.


Context  

Netrokona 50 MW power plant is a solar power plant situated in Netrokona, Mymensingh. The state-run Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) invited bids from private sector companies to submit proposals for the plant by August 28, 2018 (FE, 2018). Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) prepared a power purchase proposal and submitted it to the Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase (CCGP) in 2022. The proposal was waiting for approval of CCGP in June 2022 (BPDB, 2022) and even in January 2024 (BPDB, 2024). The expected date for commercial operation is 30 December 2025 (BPDB, 2024). Cyclect Holdings is developing this project (PT, 2023). As of now, the expected energy generation is 37 gigawatt-hours, with a corresponding reduction of 18 kilotons of CO2 emissions (SREDA, 2024).


Fuel Supply

The power plant is a solar power plant which runs with the energy from sunlight.


Power Generation

The plant is not in generation yet.


Environment

Ground-mounted solar panels present numerous advantages. Positioned strategically on the ground to optimize exposure to sunlight, these panels enhance energy production. Their adaptable placement allows installation in open areas with minimal shading, offering greater flexibility in choosing suitable locations. Beyond contributing to environmental preservation through the generation of clean, renewable energy and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, ground-mounted solar panels aid in land conservation by utilizing non-arable or unused spaces. Despite these advantages, it is crucial to acknowledge that installing such panels may result in habitat disruption, conflicts over land use, and potential visual impacts. To address these challenges and maximize positive environmental outcomes, meticulous planning and consideration of ecological factors are imperative for ground-mounted solar projects.


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