Noida, April 19 -- The Noida authority has decided to install solar panels at six sewage treatment plants (STPs) across the city in a step towards sustainable urban development. The move is aimed at generating 6 megawatts (MW) of solar energy and reducing carbon emissions by 500,000 tonnes over the next five years, officials said.

"Our each STP currently uses around 2,000 units of electricity every day. With solar panels, this usage could be cut in half, saving about 1,000 units per plant per day. Saving one unit of electricity reduces 30 grams of carbon emissions. So, this move will help lower pollution and protect the environment," said RP Singh, general manager of the water works department, Noida authority.

The authority has given i...