Arunachal Pradesh has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Norwegian company Tidal Sail AS for the implementation of a 500 kW River Kinetic Energy Demonstration Project, marking a significant step towards establishing India’s first river kinetic energy demonstration plant in the state.
The project, supported by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), GoI, and Innovation Norway, will demonstrate technology that generates electricity directly from river currents without requiring major civil infrastructure, offering an environmentally sustainable and cost-effective renewable energy solution.
Pul highlighted that Arunachal Pradesh’s extensive river systems offer significant renewable energy potential and expressed confidence that the project would contribute to strengthening energy security while ensuring environmentally responsible utilisation of natural resources.
She also acknowledged the support extended by the MNRE, Ministry of External Affairs, the Royal Norwegian Embassy, Innovation Norway, Tidal Sail AS and other partner institutions for supporting the initiative.
Norwegian Ambassador to India May-Elin Stener said Arunachal’s river systems make it an ideal location to demonstrate river kinetic energy technology, which could complement existing renewable energy sources and enhance long-term energy security.
She said the project reflects the growing cooperation between Norway and Arunachal in areas including geothermal energy, geotechnical engineering and sustainable infrastructure, reaffirming Norway’s commitment to promoting green technologies and knowledge partnerships.
CES&HS Director Tana Tage said the demonstration project would diversify the state’s renewable energy portfolio and explore decentralised power generation for remote and inaccessible regions.
