AmpereHour Energy, in partnership with Indigrid and BRPL, delivers a pioneering 20 MW / 40 MWh BESS in South Delhi, enhancing grid reliability, cutting emissions, and setting a new benchmark in clean energy storage solutions.
In a significant step toward India’s clean energy transition, AmpereHour Energy, in collaboration with Indigrid and BSES Rajdhani Power Limited (BRPL), has successfully commissioned the country’s first regulatory-approved grid-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The landmark 20 MW / 40 MWh project, delivered under the consortium Kirlokari BESS Pvt Ltd, is now fully operational in South Delhi, benefiting over 100,000 residents.
Installed within just 11 months—well ahead of schedule—the state-of-the-art energy storage system provides four hours of uninterrupted clean power daily, supporting high-demand areas such as Defence Colony and Lajpat Nagar. The deployment aims to enhance grid reliability, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and support critical infrastructure including major hospitals and educational institutions.
Transforming Delhi’s Power Landscape
The BESS system ensures two hours of backup during afternoon and evening peaks, enabling the replacement of diesel generators with renewable sources like solar and wind. This initiative is expected to reduce daily carbon emissions by approximately 65 tons, thanks to its 80 MWh of daily energy discharge capacity.
Backed by a long-term Battery Energy Storage Capacity Agreement (BESPA) with BRPL, the project leverages AmpereHour’s modular AH-Stack platform and its proprietary ELINA Energy Management Software. ELINA optimizes real-time battery performance using AI and addresses India-specific grid challenges such as voltage fluctuations and peak demand spikes.
Supporting Urban Grid Modernization
“This project sets a new benchmark for clean energy integration and urban grid modernization,” said Ayush Misra, Co-Founder and CEO of AmpereHour Energy. “Our partnership with Indigrid and BRPL showcases how scalable, software-driven energy storage can deliver real value in metropolitan environments.”
Umang Maheshwari, Managing Director BESS at the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP), added, “This system improves voltage quality, lowers power procurement costs, and marks a key milestone in India’s energy transition. We commend AmpereHour for executing this project with high safety standards despite site challenges.”
A Blueprint for Nationwide Replication
Founded by IIT Bombay alumni in 2017, AmpereHour Energy has emerged as a global leader in battery storage solutions. With over 50 sites and 100 MWh of capacity commissioned, the company is executing nearly 1,000 MWh of projects across India, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe, including massive 180 MW/360 MWh and 250 MWh/500 MWh deployments.
This Delhi project also contributed to local employment, engaging over 70 technicians and workers during installation. It was further supported by concessional financing from GEAPP, reinforcing the role of global partnerships in advancing India’s green energy goals.
Key Project Highlights:
- India’s first regulatory-cleared utility-scale BESS
- Serves over 100,000 South Delhi residents
- 4 hours of clean backup power daily
- Reduced diesel dependency and power purchase costs
- Enhanced grid stability and voltage support
- Powered by AmpereHour’s AI-based ELINA EMS
As India accelerates toward higher renewable energy penetration and electric vehicle adoption, scalable BESS solutions like this one will play a critical role in ensuring a resilient, sustainable, and future-ready grid.