Tata Power Renewables has received the Letter of Award (LOA) from Pune IT City Metro Rail Ltd (PITCMRL) for a 7.67 MWp rooftop solar EPC project designed for captive consumption. The project spans 23 metro stations and the metro depot of Pune Metro Line 3, making it one of India’s largest urban metro rooftop solar installations to date.
Turnkey Scope for Rooftop Solar Integration
The agreement says that Tata Power Renewables will handle everything about the project, including designing and engineering it, buying, installing, testing, and starting up the solar system. The goal of the project is to add solar power generation to the existing metro system in a way that doesn’t cause any problems and meets all technical standards.
The rooftops of metro stations and the depot will host photovoltaic modules, along with associated balance-of-system components, in a layout optimized for maximum energy generation and minimal structural impact. This holistic approach ensures a reliable, long-term solar power solution for urban transit facilities.
Expected Benefits and Impact
The 7.67 MWp rooftop solar plant is expected to lower Pune Metro Line 3’s carbon footprint and operational energy costs by a large amount once it is built. The project will improve the city’s public transport system’s environmental performance and make it more sustainable by providing clean, renewable energy directly to metro operations.
The initiative aligns with India’s broader urban renewable energy transition, demonstrating the potential for large-scale solar deployment on commercial and public infrastructure. It also showcases how renewable energy can enhance operational efficiency while supporting climate action goals.
Strategic Significance
The Pune Metro Line 3 rooftop solar project shows that Tata Power Renewables is dedicated to providing large-scale solar solutions for cities that are both technically sound and good for the environment. The project provides a model that other Indian cities can use to add solar power to their metro and municipal infrastructure by focusing on captive consumption for public transit.
The commissioning of this project is expected to advance India’s renewable energy adoption in urban transport while providing tangible economic and environmental benefits to Pune Metro and its commuters.
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