Muppandal in Tamil Nadu is known for

The correct answer is Wind Energy.

Key Points

• Muppandal Wind Farm is a prominent example of India's commitment to renewable energy, specifically wind energy.
• It  is situated in the Kanyakumari district of Tamil Nadu, India. The region is strategically located, where the Western Ghats meet the plains, creating unique wind conditions ideal for wind energy generation.
• It's one of the largest onshore wind farms in India.
• Tamil Nadu is among the Indian states leading in wind energy production. A significant portion of this energy comes from the wind farms in and around Muppandal.
• Tamil Nadu's geography, especially its long coastline and locations like Muppandal, have helped it harness wind energy effectively.

Additional Information

• India has the fourth largest installed renewable energy capacity in the world, after China, the United States, and Brazil. As of July 2023, India's renewable energy capacity stood at 179.322 GW, including large hydropower. This is about 43% of the country's total installed power capacity.
• The top 5 states in India with the highest renewable energy capacity are:
  • Rajasthan (24,459.93 MW)
  • Gujarat (21,070.95 MW)
  • Karnataka (20,600.86 MW)
  • Tamil Nadu (20,352.16 MW)
  • Maharashtra (16,105.17 MW)
• The top 3 renewable energy sources in India are:
  • Wind (42.8 GW)
  • Solar (67.07 GW)
  • Biomass/Co-generation (10.2 GW)
• Here are some examples of renewable energy projects in India:
  • The Bhadla Solar Park in Rajasthan is the world's largest solar park with a capacity of 2.2 GW.
  • The Pavagada Solar Park in Karnataka is the second largest solar park in the world with a capacity of 2.05 GW.
  • The Jaisalmer Wind Farm in Rajasthan is the largest wind farm in India with a capacity of 1.2 GW.
  • The Singrauli Super Thermal Power Plant in Madhya Pradesh is the largest thermal power plant in India with a capacity of 4.0 GW.