GEDA initiates solar power generation project
Q. What does GEDA stand for in the context of solar power generation?- Published on 10 May 16a. Gujarat Energy Development Agency
b. Gandhinagar Energy Development Agency
c. Goa Energy Development Agency
d. Gangtok Energy Development Agency
ANSWER: Gujarat Energy Development Agency
In an attempt to scale up the present solar power generation in Gujarat, the state government is now all set to launch its much awaited project of grid-connected rooftop solar power units, wherein residential property owners will be encouraged to install this new system.
- The Solar Rooftop project was initiated by Gujarat Energy Development Agency (GEDA), which is the state nodal agency to promote renewable energy.
- In the current fiscal of 2016-17, GEDA has set a target of generating 50 megawatt (MW) of electricity by installing such rooftop solar photovoltaic (SPV) units across Gujarat.
- This rooftop solar project is for residential consumers only