PFC is mulling to set up a subsidiary to focus on non-conventional energy
sources such as wind power, solar and biomass projects.
In the last fiscal 2009-10, the Corporation sanctioned Rs 603 crore for
renewable energy projects and disbursed Rs 266 crore. In the current fiscal
2010-11, PFC is expected to sanction Rs 1,500 crore and disburse Rs 350 crore in
the segment. Therefore, it felt the need for a subsidiary to look after the
green projects.
In order to expand its presence in renewable energy, co-generation, energy
saving projects and captive power plants, the Corporation has empanelled 31
business development associates. It has also signed an agreement with Gujarat
Energy Development Agency for development of renewable energy generation
projects. It has got a mandate to assist state power utilities to prepare clean
development mechanism projects under the Kyoto Protocol.