DCIL Goes Green: 150 kW Solar Plant Commissioned, Cuts Costs and Carbon Footprint Significantly

Dredging Corporation of India Limited (DCIL) today commissioned its 150 kW Solar Rooftop Plant at its Head Office, marking a significant step towards sustainable energy adoption and improved operational efficiency. The plant was formally commissioned by the Managing Director & CEO, Captain S Divakar.

Implemented under the Government of India's PM Surya Ghar Yojana, the project reflects DCIL's commitment to reducing its carbon footprint while achieving long-term cost efficiency.

The solar rooftop plant has an installed capacity of 150 kW and is expected to generate approximately 750 units of clean energy per day, translating to around 22,500 units per month and about 2.7 lakh units annually. This will result in an estimated savings of nearly Rs. 2.5 lakhs per month, amounting to approximately Rs. 30 lakhs annually, thereby significantly reducing the organization's dependence on conventional power sources.

In addition to financial savings, the project is expected to deliver substantial environmental benefits by avoiding approximately 220-240 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions annually. This is equivalent to planting over 10,000 trees or removing nearly 50 passenger vehicles from the roads each year, underscoring the project's positive environmental impact.

This initiative is among the first projects undertaken in alignment with the guidelines of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, with NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Limited serving as the implementation partner. The project has been executed in record time by Ledure Lightings Limited, demonstrating effective coordination among all stakeholders.

It may be recalled that the project was inaugurated earlier by the Hon'ble Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, on March 29, 2026, during DCIL's Golden Jubilee celebrations.

Speaking on the occasion, Captain S. Divakar stated that the commissioning of the solar plant reflects DCIL's forward-looking vision and its alignment with national priorities on renewable energy, while also delivering tangible financial and environmental benefits.

DCIL will continue to pursue such initiatives as part of its broader strategy to promote sustainability, enhance energy efficiency, and contribute to a cleaner and greener future.

Shares of Dredging Corporation of India Limited was last trading in BSE at Rs. 952.90 as compared to the previous close of Rs. 963.95. The total number of shares traded during the day was 7542 in over 287 trades.

The stock hit an intraday high of Rs. 972.00 and intraday low of 947.95. The net turnover during the day was Rs. 7261841.00.

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