Gujarat's canal-top solar plant generates power and saves 2.38M gallons of water

A solar power plant built over an irrigation canal in Gujarat, India, is generating electricity while conserving water resources. The structure reduces water evaporation and limits algae growth in the canal below. The project makes use of existing infrastructure rather than acquiring additional land, addressing Gujarat's land scarcity challenges. With Gujarat's extensive canal network, the model presents a scalable approach to combining renewable energy generation with improved water management.