JSW Energy Commences Progressive Commissioning of SECI-IX Wind Project in Tamil Nadu

JSW Renew Energy Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of JSW Energy Limited, has commenced the phase-wise commissioning of the 810 MW ISTS-connected Wind Power Project, awarded under SECI tranche IX in Tamil Nadu. The initial phase of 51 MW has been successfully commissioned, marking a significant step forward for the Company. The project holds a power purchase agreement with SECI for a duration of 25 years.

Following this development, the total current installed capacity for JSW Energy stands at 6,822 MW. Additionally, the under-construction capacity stands at 2,969 MW, expected to be commissioned in phases over the next 12 months.

Prashant Jain, Joint Managing Director and CEO of JSW Energy, expressed satisfaction with the progress, stating, "We are happy to announce that we have started the commissioning of the SECI-IX wind project, which is the first and the largest greenfield wind capacity bagged by the Company. With this, JSW Energy is well placed to achieve the targeted 10 GW generation capacity by the end of CY2024."

Furthermore, JSW Energy has set ambitious targets for the future. The company aims to reach a generation capacity of 20 GW and achieve 40 GWh of energy storage capacity by 2030. Currently possessing a total capacity of 9.8 GW, the company is on track to achieve its near-term target of 10 GW by 2025. Moreover, JSW Energy has already secured 3.4 GWh of energy storage capacity through a battery energy storage system and hydro pumped storage project.

In line with global sustainability goals, JSW Energy has set an ambitious target to reduce its carbon footprint by 50% by 2030 and ultimately achieve Carbon Neutrality by 2050. These initiatives reflect the company's commitment to environmental stewardship and the transition towards cleaner, sustainable energy solutions.

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