Mumbai: UltraTech Cement Limited has begun operations of a 7.5 MW round-the-clock (RTC) hybrid renewable energy project at its Sewagram Cement Works in Gujarat. The project, developed in collaboration with Gentari, integrates bifacial solar modules with trackers, wind energy, and battery storage, all installed on-site to ensure uninterrupted clean power for cement production without dependence on the grid.
Designed as a behind-the-meter system, this initiative is the first of its kind in India for industrial power consumption. It highlights how advanced system integration can help reduce emissions and optimise energy costs at scale. The project was executed with the objective of delivering continuous renewable energy, setting a new benchmark in industrial energy management and clean power adoption.
UltraTech has been expanding its renewable energy footprint as part of its decarbonisation strategy and 2050 Net Zero goal. In FY25, the company became one of the first in India’s industrial sector to commission 1 GW of renewable energy capacity for captive use. Looking ahead, UltraTech has set a target of increasing the share of green energy in its total power mix to 65% by 2027 and 85% by 2030. Under its RE100 commitment, the company has pledged to meet its entire electricity requirement through renewable sources by 2050.
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