In a significant step towards accelerating renewable energy adoption across India’s maritime sector, the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Mumbai Port Authority to solarize port buildings and promote clean energy infrastructure within port premises.
Under the agreement, SECI will support the installation of rooftop solar panels across administrative buildings, warehouses, and other facilities within the Mumbai Port complex. The initiative aims to reduce conventional power consumption, lower carbon emissions, and enhance energy efficiency at one of India’s key maritime gateways.
The collaboration aligns with the Government of India’s broader renewable energy and decarbonisation targets, including increasing the share of non-fossil fuel capacity in the national energy mix. By leveraging its expertise in project development, tendering, and implementation of large-scale renewable energy projects, SECI will facilitate the deployment of solar systems tailored to the port’s operational requirements.
Officials said the solarization drive will not only cut electricity costs for the port authority but also contribute to greener port operations, in line with sustainable maritime development goals. The initiative is expected to serve as a model for other major ports across the country to adopt clean energy solutions.
Mumbai Port Authority, one of India’s oldest and strategically important ports, has been progressively adopting environmentally responsible practices. The MoU with SECI marks another milestone in its transition towards sustainable and energy-efficient port operations.
The project is anticipated to be implemented in phases, with detailed feasibility assessments and capacity planning to be undertaken in the coming months.
