Tata Power subsidiary partners with NDDB to solarize dairy sector for sustainability

INDIA – TP Renewable Microgrid Ltd (TPRMG), a subsidiary of Tata Power, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) to enhance sustainability and operational efficiency within the milk value chain.

The collaboration will focus on solarizing dairy cooperative societies, bulk milk coolers, and milk chilling centers using solar microgrid technology.

The NDDB is renowned for its significant impact on India’s rural economy through its cooperative dairy model. By partnering with TPRMG, the two organizations aim to advance renewable energy technologies within the dairy sector.

Meenesh Shah, chairman and MD of NDDB, emphasized that integrating renewable energy solutions will boost operational efficiency across the dairy value chain and promote the use of green fuels.

He highlighted that the partnership aims to enhance the ambitious plan to transform Mujkuva village in Gujarat’s Anand district into a carbon-neutral village.

“By integrating renewable energy solutions, we aim to boost the operational efficiency across the dairy value chain and promote the use of green fuels. Our partnership with TPRMG will help us realize our goal of creating a greener and more sustainable dairy sector,” he said.

The transformation will be achieved by integrating dung-based biogas power generators into the solar microgrids, advancing sustainable energy practices within the dairy sector.

Additionally, the partnership will implement energy-efficient challahs (stoves), solar dryers, and cold storage solutions to enhance operational efficiencies in the dairy and agricultural sectors.

Comprehensive energy audits will be conducted on existing electric and thermal systems to identify opportunities for improvement and implement efficient, sustainable solutions.

This strategic partnership between TPRMG and NDDB is poised to set a benchmark in the dairy industry by integrating green energy solutions and promoting sustainability across the entire milk value chain.

The collaboration is expected to invigorate the adoption of advanced technologies, drive significant environmental benefits, reduce energy costs, and encourage sustainable practices.

Ultimately, this initiative will contribute to India’s renewable energy adoption and rural development goals, establishing a more sustainable and efficient dairy industry.