VOC Port in Thoothukudi to generate 100 MW of power

The VO Chidambaranar Port Trust in Thoothukudi plans to put up wind farms at the port estate to generate 50-100 MW of power. This is part of the port’s initiative to fulfil the Union Ministry of Ports and Shipping’s green port policy framework. The Port Trust has appointed the National Institute of Wind Energy (NIWE) as project consultant to prepare a detailed project report in four months. It has also called for Expressions of Interest for setting up the wind farm. The Solar Energy Corporation of India has floated a tariff-based tender for developers to set up wind power projects. One of the designated 400/230 KV power delivery points in the tender is Thoothukudi.

Contact: VO Chidambaranar Port Trust.

Tel: 0461-235 2500.

Website: www.vocport.gov.in