What is the main source of electrical energy in Jharkhand?

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Jharkhand\'s thermal power capacity is over 85-90% of its total installed capacity. The state has abundant coal reserves accounting for about 30% of India’s total coal. Major thermal power plants include Patratu (840 MW) and Tenughat (420 MW). Thermal capacity totals approximately 8,955 MW across 34 units. Hydropower contributes around 4%, solar about 2.25%, and wind energy is negligible. This data aligns with the Jharkhand Economic Survey 2023-24 and Central Electricity Authority (CEA) reports.

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Thermal power Jharkhand\'s thermal power capacity is over 85-90% of its total installed capacity. The state has abundant coal reserves accounting for about 30% of India’s total coal. Major thermal power plants include Patratu (840 MW) and Tenughat (420 MW). Thermal capacity totals approximately 8,955 MW across 34 units. Hydropower contributes around 4%, solar about 2.25%, and wind energy is negligible. This data aligns with the Jharkhand Economic Survey 2023-24 and Central Electricity Authority (CEA) reports.

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