GAIL to set up 600 MW Solar Power Project with BESS in UP
GAIL (India) Limited will establish a 600 MW solar power project with a 550 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. The project aims to meet captive energy requirements and support electrification initiatives in the state.
The project involves a substantial capacity of 600 MW solar power and a 550 MWh BESS, indicating a significant capital expenditure and strategic move towards renewable energy, which can have a medium-term impact on the company's energy costs and environmental profile.
The announcement details a significant investment in renewable energy infrastructure, aligning with sustainability goals and expanding the company's business footprint, which is positive for future growth and operational efficiency.
GAIL (India) Limited, India's integrated energy major, has signed contract agreements with M/s TUSCO Limited for the establishment of a 600 MW solar power project. This project will be located at TUSCO's Solar Park in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.
The agreements were signed by Shri Parivesh Chugh, Executive Director (SD & Renewables), GAIL (India) Limited, and Shri Anil Tyagi, CEO, TUSCO Ltd. The signing ceremony was attended by Shri R K Singhal, Director (Business Development), GAIL (India) Limited, Shri Neeraj Verma, Executive Director, THDC, and other senior officials.
The scope of the project includes a 550 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The power generated will primarily serve the captive energy needs of GAIL's Petrochemical Plant at Pata in Auraiya district, Uttar Pradesh. It will also address the additional demand from the electrification of gas-based equipment and Compressed Biogas (CBG) plants being established in Uttar Pradesh.
Shri R K Singhal, Director (Business Development), GAIL (India) Limited, stated that this solar project demonstrates GAIL's dedication to diversifying into low-carbon and sustainable energy solutions. He also highlighted that the project reinforces GAIL's commitment to expanding its business presence in Uttar Pradesh.
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