Solar Energy Research Initiative

A pan IIT coordinated programme on Solar Energy Research has been initiated to synergise strengths of IITs in the area of Solar Energy Research both thermal as well as photovoltaic. The programme would also attempt to demonstrate hybrid solar-agro energy systems for distributed energy generation to establish viability of the system to meet rural energy needs. A prototype solar thermal stand alone power plant will be mobilised under public- private- partnership mode which would encourage indigenous research and ingenuity in integration of sub-systems and exploration of various R&D pathways and multiple technology alternatives. A task force has been set up to guide DST's efforts in the area of Solar Energy Research.