2,700MW of renewable power, storage capacity planned by 2029
More than 2,700 megawatts of power generation and storage capacity are expected to be added to the national grid through solar, wind and battery storage projects between 2027 and 2029, Power and Energy Minister Anura Karunathilaka said in Parliament yesterday. He said the plans include 1,392MW of solar power, 370MW of wind power and 1,000MW […]
The Power and Energy Minister of Sri Lanka has announced a plan to add over 2,700 megawatts of renewable power generation and storage capacity to the national grid between 2027 and 2029. This includes 1,392 megawatts of solar power, 370 megawatts of wind power, and 1,000 megawatts of battery storage capacity. Minister Anura Karunathilaka highlighted the significant growth in rooftop solar generation, which currently contributes around 2,500 megawatts, but also noted that excess power generation can occur on Sundays and public holidays when demand is low.
To address this issue, the government plans to utilize battery storage systems to store surplus electricity generated during the day and release it during peak nighttime demand. The minister believes that this expansion of renewable energy and battery storage will help Sri Lanka utilize more of its renewable power resources while improving grid stability.
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