Tata Power Commissions 198 MW Wind Project for Tata Steel in Tamil Nadu
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Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL), a subsidiary of Tata Power Company Ltd, has commissioned a 198 MW wind energy project in Karur, Tamil Nadu. The project, under the Group Captive model, will supply 31 million units of renewable power annually to Tata Steel, offsetting 26,350 tons of CO₂ each year. The project features 55 wind turbine generators and was completed with strategic unbundling and self-EPC execution. This initiative supports Tata Power’s clean energy goals and contributes to India’s renewable energy capacity targets.
Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL), a subsidiary of Tata Power Company Ltd, has commissioned a 198 MW wind energy project in Karur, Tamil Nadu. This project operates under the Group Captive model and is designed to supply 31 million units of renewable power annually to Tata Steel. The project aims to offset approximately 26,350 tons of CO₂ each year, contributing to Tata Steel’s decarbonization efforts.
The project comprises 55 wind turbine generators, each with a capacity of 3.6 MW. TPREL executed the project using a self-EPC model, which involved strategic unbundling of the scope into multiple packages. This approach allowed TPREL to manage Balance of Plant (BOP), Civil BOP, Engineering & Construction, Transmission Lines, and 33 kV systems directly, without relying on original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
The project faced several execution challenges, including the transportation of massive turbine components and excavation in hard rock formations. TPREL employed advanced direct-to-hole machinery and coordinated the movement of over 516 cubic meters of concrete in a 12-hour operation. The foundation work was completed in 126 days, and the installation of wind turbine generators was achieved in 167 days, demonstrating TPREL’s project management capabilities.
This wind energy project is part of TPREL’s broader strategy to expand its renewable energy portfolio. The company currently has a wind energy portfolio exceeding 3.7 GW, with over 1.2 GW operational. The remaining capacity is under various stages of development across multiple Indian states, including Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.
The project supports Tata Power’s goal of achieving 100% clean energy by 2045. TPREL’s total renewable utility capacity has reached 11.6 GW, with 6.2 GW operational, comprising 5 GW of solar and 1.2 GW of wind energy. An additional 5.8 GW is under various stages of implementation, split between solar and wind projects.
Tata Steel, a major steel producer, is focusing on reducing its carbon footprint through renewable energy initiatives. This project aligns with Tata Steel’s sustainability goals and enhances its energy efficiency.
Tata Power Company Ltd is a leading integrated power company and part of the Tata Group. It owns a diversified portfolio of 16.3 GW, spanning renewable and conventional energy generation, transmission, distribution, and solar manufacturing. Committed to achieving Net Zero by 2045, Tata Power is a pioneer in India’s clean energy transition, with 7.5 GW of clean energy generation.