Vijayawada, May 7 -- K Vijayanand, Special Principal Secretary to the Energy Department and Special Chief Secretary (Cost Optimisation-Fuel & Energy), on Thursday presented on initiatives promoting green hydrogen production and steps toward net-zero emissions.
He emphasized the goal of providing reliable, low-cost electricity to farmers, industries, and households. Smart grids, micro-grids, and rooftop solar programs will enable energy self-sufficiency at the local level, with AI and smart technologies ensuring efficient power management, he stated.
Under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana, 7.25 lakh applications have been received in the state so far, with solar panels installed in 1.31 lakh homes-equivalent to 441 MW capacity. Under the ULA model...