"There is a need to work towards reducing carbon emissions. We cannot continue to depend on the traditional sources of energy like coal if we have to reduce carbon emission. We will have to find innovative ways, use technology and processes that can reduce these emissions," the minister said at an event organised by CII here today.
Prabhu said since Railways is the highest consumer of electricity, the ministry is taking various steps to increase usage of solar power to meet its needs.
"We are also planning to develop solar thermal way of generating power. The Centre has plenty of Railways land across the country where such solar thermal projects can be set up," he added.
"We are studying the feasibility of such projects on our lands. We are considering developing solar power generation under PPP model," the minister added.
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Prabhu in his maiden budget had announced that government will be setting up 1,000 MW solar plants in next five years.
Prabhu further said there was a need to conduct energy audits to keep a control on such emissions and effective use of electricity.