According to NMPA, the port generated 5.65 million
kWh (56.5 lakh units) of solar energy during FY 2025-26, resulting in an
estimated reduction of 4,800 tonnes of carbon emissions and electricity
cost savings of approximately ₹3.5 crore.
The achievement
highlights the port’s long-term commitment to renewable energy adoption and
environmentally responsible operations. By meeting its energy requirements
through solar power, NMPA has significantly reduced its dependence on
conventional energy sources while improving operational efficiency and lowering
costs. Port officials said the
initiative demonstrates how clean energy investments can deliver both
environmental and economic benefits, setting a benchmark for ports and
industrial establishments across India. The authority added that its continued
focus on sustainability aligns with broader national efforts to promote green
infrastructure and reduce carbon emissions.
NMPA’s solar power programme is part of its wider
strategy to build a cleaner, greener and more sustainable port ecosystem while
supporting India’s transition towards renewable energy-driven growth.