Geo Thermal

In West Bengal, there is a thermal springs at Bakreswar from where thermal water is discharged. It is found that in the said spring computed base temperature is likely to be 110°C as determined by silica thermometry. From this thermal spring necessary action is being taken for generation of electricity. In West Bengal, this type of thermal spring may be available in other areas, which can be tapped for generation of power. MNRE, Govt. of India has taken initiative to utilise this thermal spring for above purpose.

MNRE, Govt. of India has constituted a core committee for framing up of Geo Thermal Policy in India. M/s. Thermax will start study. Expression of interest will be invited shortly.

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The power demand in Sagar Island is, at present, met from Solar PV Power of aggregate capacity about 250 kW and from a diesel generator power system of capacity 400 kW. The total number of consumer in Sagar Island is to the tune of 1500 now.

However, there are a large number of prospective consumers, who are awaiting for electric power.Under such circumstances,WBREDA has decided to set up a Wind-Diesel Hybrid power Plant of capacity 500 kW to cater the need of the Island people. [ more ]