India’s one of the largest cement producer commissions a first-of-its-kind 7.5 MW solar-wind-battery project, enabling uninterrupted, grid-free operations at its Gujarat plant.
In a significant stride toward decarbonizing its operations, UltraTech Cement Limited, India’s cement and ready-mix concrete company, has launched a pioneering 7.5 MW hybrid renewable energy project at its Sewagram Cement Works in Gujarat.
This innovative “round-the-clock” (RTC) system, developed in partnership with clean energy solutions provider Gentari, is designed to deliver uninterrupted power to the manufacturing unit, completely eliminating reliance on the grid.
The project is a groundbreaking integration of solar and wind energy sources, co-located on-site with a battery storage system. The solar component utilizes advanced bifacial modules with trackers to maximize energy capture. This unique combination ensures a constant and reliable power supply, addressing the intermittent nature of standalone solar and wind installations.
A New Benchmark for Industrial Decarbonization
Installed as a behind-the-meter system, this project is hailed as the first of its kind for industrial power consumption in India. It serves as a powerful testament to how advanced system integration can achieve both significant emissions reductions and optimize energy costs at scale. The successful execution of this project, driven by a customer-led design, sets a new benchmark for India’s clean energy transition within the energy-intensive industrial sector.
Aligning with Net Zero Ambitions
UltraTech’s commitment to green energy is a cornerstone of its ambitious decarbonization strategy, which is aligned with its 2050 Net Zero goal. The company has been actively expanding its renewable energy portfolio, becoming one of the first industrial companies in India to commission 1 GW of renewable energy capacity for captive use in FY25.
Looking ahead, UltraTech has set aggressive targets to increase the share of green energy in its total power mix, aiming for 65% by 2027 and 85% by 2030. These milestones are part of its broader RE100 commitment, which targets a complete shift to 100% renewable electricity by 2050. This project not only showcases technological innovation but also solidifies UltraTech’s leadership in the global effort to build a sustainable future for the cement industry.