University of Madras plans to tap solar energy
Submitted by csekiran on Fri, 2010-03-05 14:46
Decision taken to cut down on electricity bill of Rs. 9 lakh
MADURAI: The University of Madras has decided to switch over to solar power within a year in order to cut down its monthly electricity bill.
A one-time investment of Rs.3 crore was being made to purchase the solar equipment and install it in the university campus, said G. Thiruvasagam, Vice-Chancellor.
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05/03/2010