Pune: Suzlon Group, India’s foremost provider of wind energy solutions, has bagged a significant 381 MW wind energy order from Zelestra India and its affiliates for their debut FDRE Project (Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy).
This milestone partnership marks a major step in Zelestra’s clean energy roadmap and underlines the growing demand for firm, scalable, and round-the-clock renewable power in India.
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The project will deploy 127 of Suzlon’s next-gen S144 wind turbines, spread across:
- Maharashtra – 180 MW
- Madhya Pradesh – 180 MW
- Tamil Nadu – 21 MW
While the Maharashtra and MP components are part of the SJVN FDRE bid, the Tamil Nadu segment will cater to the Commercial and Industrial (C&I) power market, emphasizing the project’s diversified impact.
Girish Tanti, Vice Chairman, Suzlon Group, stated: “India’s energy transition is at a turning point where FDRE solutions are becoming critical. This partnership reflects that evolution. We’re proud to support Zelestra in shaping a sustainable and reliable energy future for India.”
JP Chalasani, CEO of Suzlon Group, added: “Our strength lies in providing integrated, end-to-end renewable energy solutions – from proprietary turbine technology to full lifecycle support. This enables us to execute large-scale FDRE projects that offer long-term value.”
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Sajay KV, CEO of Zelestra India, commented: “This collaboration is foundational to our 5 GW renewable energy portfolio, designed as hybrid projects with guaranteed grid interconnection by 2027–28. With Suzlon’s capabilities, we aim to bring firm, dispatchable clean power to meet India’s rising energy demand.”
FDRE Project: Critical Advancement in Clean Energy Journey
The FDRE project signifies a critical advancement in India’s clean energy journey, aligning with national decarbonization goals and the vision of energy security.
Suzlon’s track record in technology, manufacturing, and lifecycle services ensures reliable delivery at scale, supporting India’s shift towards 24/7 green energy solutions.
