Kannur airport plans 100-MW solar project
Kannur International Airport Limited (KIAL) plans a 100-megawatt solar power project on land designated for a future second runway, aiming to generate revenue and meet Kerala's peak-hour power demands. While major companies have expressed interest, the project faces regulatory and financial challenges, particularly concerning electricity tariffs.
Why it matters
This initiative represents a significant step towards sustainable energy generation in Kerala, potentially boosting renewable energy capacity, utilizing unused land, and contributing to the state's power security, despite facing financial hurdles.
The Kannur International Airport Limited (KIAL) has proposed setting up a 100-megawatt (MW) solar power project on land acquired for a future second runway, with officials saying the project could help meet Kerala’s peak-hour power requirements while generating revenue from land that is unlikely to be needed for runway expansion for at least the next 25 to 30 years.
Speaking to The Hindu , KIAL Chief Operating Officer Aswani Kumar said the airport had proposed the project after assessing passenger traffic and the likely requirement for a second runway. The proposal is now at a stage where an Expression of Interest (EoI) is expected to be invited, subject to government approval.
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