CST Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for 200 kWp Rooftop Solar Project
Phuentsholing, 12 January 2026:
The College of Science and Technology (CST) today conducted the Salang Tendrel ceremony to mark the start of a 200 kWp rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) project, reaffirming Bhutan’s commitment to clean and renewable energy development.
The project represents a significant step toward supporting Bhutan’s national renewable energy vision of achieving 5,000 MW by 2040. With a total project cost of Nu. 18.29 million, the initiative is funded by the Government of India under the PTA framework and has been awarded to JB Solar Solutions. The construction is scheduled to be completed by May 2026.
Once operational, the rooftop solar PV system will be integrated with the Bhutan Power Corporation (BPC) low-voltage grid through a net-metering mechanism. This will enable CST not only to meet part of its own energy needs through clean power generation but also to feed surplus electricity back into the grid, contributing to sustainable energy sharing.
Beyond energy generation, the project has a strong academic and capacity-building focus. It is expected to enhance CST’s capabilities in solar education, research, and hands-on technical training for students and professionals. The initiative will further complement the Solar Technology and Research Centre (STAR-C) established at CST under the International Solar Alliance (ISA) flagship programme.
The project is being implemented in close collaboration with the Department of Energy under the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources (MoENR), along with the Electricity Services Division of BPC Phuentsholing. These partnerships aim to ensure technical reliability, regulatory compliance, and long-term sustainability of the system.
The groundbreaking ceremony reflects CST’s growing role as a hub for renewable energy education and innovation, while contributing meaningfully to Bhutan’s broader transition toward a green and resilient energy future.
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