- Energy Sources: Deendayal Port Authority used its 6 MW wind power plant and bought additional power from Paschim Gujarat Vij Company Limited (PGVCL) in FY 2020-21 without sourcing from other suppliers.
- RPO Compliance: The port’s report highlighted that its wind energy procurement exceeded RPO requirements. Instead of procuring additional, costlier solar energy, it sought recognition for this.
- Regulatory Request: DPA requested the Hon’ble Commission to acknowledge its wind power usage as fulfilling RPO obligations to avoid extra costs associated with solar energy.
The Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) has released its FY 2020-21 energy usage report. During this period, the port relied on its 6 MW wind power plant and purchased additional power from Paschim Gujarat Vij Company Limited (PGVCL). DPA did not use any other power sources.
The authority outlined its power procurement in its submission for Petition No. 1,992 of 2021, dated November 28, 2022. It detailed efforts to meet the Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) for all four quarters of FY 2020-21. DPA’s report referred to the Hon’ble Commission’s order in Suo-Motu Petition No. 1542 of 2015, dated December 31, 2016. This order exempted the port from RPO compliance because PGVCL’s power includes a renewable energy component.
The data revealed that the port’s wind power procurement exceeded the RPO requirement. DPA highlighted that acquiring solar energy would increase costs. Given its significant use of wind energy, the port requested that this be considered sufficient for RPO compliance.
The port authority stressed that it already meets many of its energy needs with renewable sources, primarily wind power. It sought to avoid additional costs by not procuring solar energy. DPA’s reliance on wind power demonstrates its commitment to sustainable energy practices.
In summary, Deendayal Port Authority’s report strongly focuses on wind power. The port aims to meet its RPO obligations through its existing renewable energy use and avoid the extra expense of solar energy. The authority’s commitment to sustainable practices is clear, and it hopes for regulatory recognition of its renewable energy efforts.