New Delhi: Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Cotton Corporation of India Limited (CCI) for the solarisation of CCI buildings under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. The collaboration aims to accelerate rooftop solar adoption, promote renewable energy utilisation and reduce dependence on conventional sources of electricity.
The agreement marks an important step towards strengthening clean energy adoption and encouraging sustainable energy practices across CCI’s establishments.
The MoU was signed by Manas Ranjan Mishra, Additional General Manager and Head of Department (Solar), SECI, and Pranjal Joshi, Chief General Manager (Marketing), CCI, on behalf of their respective organisations.
The MoU was exchanged in the presence of Lalit Kumar Gupta, Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of CCI, and Vijay Kuradagi, Director (Marketing), CCI.
SECI and CCI Collaborate for Rooftop Solar Adoption
Under the agreement, SECI and CCI will collaborate on the solarisation of CCI buildings under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana.
The initiative reflects the shared commitment of both organisations to expanding the use of rooftop solar energy and promoting renewable energy solutions.
CCI operates its headquarters in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, along with branch offices across major cotton-growing states in the country. The collaboration is expected to support the adoption of clean energy across its establishments.
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MoU Aims to Reduce Dependence on Conventional Energy
The partnership between SECI and CCI is focused on promoting sustainable energy practices and accelerating India’s transition towards renewable energy.
The key objectives of the collaboration include:
- Accelerating rooftop solar adoption across CCI buildings.
- Promoting the use of renewable energy.
- Reducing dependence on conventional sources of electricity.
- Encouraging sustainable energy practices.
- Supporting India’s broader clean energy transition.
Through this initiative, both organisations aim to contribute to the country’s renewable energy goals while strengthening the adoption of solar power in public sector establishments.
PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana: Supporting Solar Energy Adoption
The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana is a Government of India initiative aimed at promoting rooftop solar installations and increasing the use of solar energy. The scheme seeks to encourage households to adopt rooftop solar systems and reduce their dependence on conventional electricity sources.
The collaboration between SECI and CCI aligns with the broader objective of expanding solar energy utilisation and supporting India’s transition towards a cleaner and more sustainable energy system.
About SECI and Cotton Corporation of India
Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI): SECI is a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India. Established in 2011, it plays an important role in the development and promotion of renewable energy projects, particularly solar and wind energy, across the country.
Cotton Corporation of India Limited (CCI): CCI is a Schedule B Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. Established in 1970, it plays a key role in India’s cotton sector through Minimum Support Price (MSP) operations, cotton procurement and marketing activities, supporting cotton farmers across the country.
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