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Project
secured 800 MW Inter-State Transmission System connectivity enabling efficient
evacuation of renewable power through the National transmission network
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Project
comprises 400 MW of solar power capacity and 400 MW of wind power capacity (to
be developed by Suzlon)
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To
generate employment for - 4,000 local people
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The
project is being developed with an investment of ₹5,750 crore
Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh: Tata Power Renewable
Energy Limited (TPREL), one of India's leading renewable energy companies and a
subsidiary of Tata Power, today conducted the groundbreaking ceremony of its
800 MW renewable energy project. The project marks a significant milestone in
the company's commitment to accelerating India's clean energy transition
through innovative and reliable renewable energy solutions.
The Chief Guest for the ceremony was Shri Lokesh Nara,
Hon’ble Minister of HRD, ITE&C and RTG, Government of Andhra Pradesh. Dr
Praveer Sinha, CEO & MD, Tata Power marked his gracious presence at the
event.
Among other distinguished attendees were Shri T.G. Bharath
- Hon’ble Minister for Industries & Commerce, Government of Andhra Pradesh
& District In-charge Minister, Anantapur; Shri K.E. Shyam Kumar - Hon’ble
Member of Legislative Assembly, Pattikonda ; Shri. Kalava Srinivasulu - Hon'ble
Member of Legislative Assembly, Rayadurg AC; and Dr. A. Siri, IAS, District
Collector & Magistrate, Kurnool District.
The project comprises 400 MW of wind power capacity (based
out at Kanekallu, Ananthapuram) and 400 MW of solar power capacity (based out
at Pattikonda, Kurnool) .
TPREL will serve as the project developer for the wind
asset, while Suzlon, will undertake the Engineering, Procurement, and
Construction (EPC) scope for the wind component at Anathapuram. Suzlon is a
leading wind turbine manufacturer and end-to-end wind energy solutions
provider.
The remaining 400 MW Project will be developed by TPREL for NTPC and will comprise 200 MW Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) project for NTPC. The FDRE project will incorporate a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) with a storage capacity of 25 MW / 50 MWh. The balance 200 MW solar project capacity remains available for future allocation.
The project has secured 800 MW Inter-State Transmission
System (ISTS) connectivity at the Ananthapuram II & Kurnool-4 CTUIL
Substations, enabling efficient evacuation of renewable power through the
national transmission network. The availability of ISTS connectivity provides a
robust transmission network for efficient evacuation of power from the project.
The project is being implemented in accordance with the
Andhra Pradesh Integrated Clean Energy (ICE) Policy, which seeks to encourage
large-scale investments in clean energy, accelerate renewable capacity
addition, and promote sustainable industrial growth within the State.
The project will require a total land area of 3,462 acres,
including 2,700 acres for the solar installation and 760 acres for the wind
development.
In addition to strengthening renewable energy
infrastructure, the project will provide annual lease rental income. Furthermore,
it will create approximately 4000 direct and indirect employment opportunities
during the project development, construction, and operational phases,
delivering sustained socio-economic benefits to the region.
Shri Nara Lokesh, Hon'ble Minister for IT,
Electronics & Communications, HRD & RTG, Andhra Pradesh, said: "Andhra
Pradesh is committed to creating a world-class ecosystem that accelerates clean
energy adoption, attracts responsible investments and drives sustainable
industrial development. The groundbreaking of ceremony of 800 MW renewable
energy project marks another important milestone in that journey and reflects
the growing confidence of leading enterprises in the State's progressive policy
framework. As we continue to strengthen our infrastructure and investment
ecosystem, partnerships such as these will play a pivotal role in advancing
Andhra Pradesh's long-term growth while contributing to India's clean energy
transition."
Dr. Praveer Sinha, CEO & MD, Tata Power, said, “The
groundbreaking of 800 MW renewable energy project in Andhra Pradesh marks a
significant step in Tata Power’s mission to accelerate India’s clean energy
transition. By integrating 400 MW of solar and 400 MW of wind capacity, the
project will contribute to the development of reliable and round-the-clock
renewable power, supporting the nation's growing energy needs while advancing
sustainability goals. We are grateful to the Government of Andhra Pradesh for
its progressive vision and support in fostering a conducive ecosystem for clean
energy investments.”
Mr. Girish Tanti, Co-founder, Suzlon Group, said, “Andhra Pradesh
has set an inspiring benchmark for India's energy transition with its vision to
achieve over 72 GW of renewable energy by 2030 and Net Zero by 2047. Suzlon is
proud to have partnered with the state for over two decades, today contributing
nearly 38% of its installed wind energy capacity through ~1,600 MW across eight
wind sites. We are equally proud to strengthen our long-standing partnership
with Tata Power Renewables through this 400 MW project. Together, we have now
crossed the 1 GW milestone, reflecting our shared commitment to accelerating
India's clean energy transition and supporting Andhra Pradesh's vision of an
energy-secure future."
This project further reinforces TPREL's position as a
leader in India's renewable energy transition and reflects its continued
commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality renewable energy solutions
that support the country's target of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel
capacity by 2030. It also underscores the company's focus on developing
large-scale solar projects that are efficient, reliable and technologically
driven.
This initiative supports Tata Power's long-term goal of
achieving 100% clean energy by 2045 and complements its expanding renewable
energy portfolio, which currently totals 17.7 GW including 9.8 GW under
construction.