Odisha SWC Approves Rs. 903.41 Crore for Over 102 MW of Green Energy Projects

In a significant move towards a sustainable energy future, the Single Window Committee (SWC) of the Energy Department in Odisha, has greenlit investment proposals worth Rs. 903.41 crores. These investments are aimed at establishing transformative green energy projects, underscoring the state’s commitment to achieving its renewable energy (RE) target of 10 GW by 2030.

In its 6th meeting, the SWC approved major investments in the Renewable Energy sector, focusing on two large wind energy projects and several solar power initiatives.

HPCL Renewable & Green Energy Limited will spearhead a 48 MW wind energy project in Umerkote, Nawarangpur district, while ONGC Tripura Power Company Limited will develop a 49.5 MW wind energy project in Astaranga, Puri district. Together, these wind energy projects represent a total investment of Rs. 881.28 crores.

In addition to wind projects, several solar power projects received the nod. Visaka Industries Limited will implement a 0.72 MW solar project in Maneswar, Sambalpur district. ITC will establish a 0.8 MW solar project in Jatani, Khordha district. AMP Energy will develop a 2.2 MW solar project in Kansbahal, Sundergarh district, and Odisha Television Limited will set up a 1 MW solar project in Sarua, Khordha district. The total investment for these solar projects is Rs. 22.13 crores.

These newly approved projects, with a combined capacity of 102.22 MW, mark a significant step forward in Odisha’s renewable energy landscape. The state government remains steadfast in its efforts to promote green energy. Through GRIDCO, the state-designated Nodal Agency, the Energy Department is dedicated to fostering sustainable and renewable energy within Odisha.

To date, the SWC of the Energy Department has approved investment proposals totaling Rs. 3723.57 crores, with a capacity of 499.48 MW in the Renewable Energy Sector under the Odisha Renewable Energy Policy, 2022.