(a) the exploitable wind power potential in the country;
(b) the details of exploitation of wind energy showing the percentage exploited;
(c) the capacity targeted to be installed during the Tenth Plan; and
(d) the details of exploited/ exploitable wind energy sources in Tamil Nadu?
MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF NON-CONVENTIONAL ENERGY SOURCES (SHRI M. KANNAPPAN)
(a): The gross wind power potential in the country has been estimated at about 45,000 MW. The technical potential, which can be tapped at present is, however, about 13,000 MW.
(b): A total wind power capacity of 1870 MW has so far been installed in the country which is 14.4% of the present exploitable potential.
(c): A wind power capacity addition of 1500 MW is envisaged during the Tenth Plan period.
(d): The exploitable wind power potential in Tamil Nadu is about 1900 MW. A wind power capacity of 990 MW has been installed in the State so far.