In a significant step forward for India’s clean energy and storage ecosystem, Honda Motor Co. Ltd. has made a strategic equity investment in OMC Power, a distributed renewable energy company focused on driving the energy transition at the grassroots level. This collaboration brings together Honda’s global technological capabilities and OMC’s strong expertise in rural energy systems to accelerate the development of a 1 GWp clean energy portfolio. The partnership aims to advance innovative business models in energy storage and battery repurposing derived from the electric mobility sector. It aligns closely with Honda’s global goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 while supporting India’s vision for a clean energy transition and a circular economy.
Rohit Chandra, Co-Founder and CEO of OMC Power, described the partnership as a defining moment in the company’s journey. He said that this collaboration with Honda marks the beginning of a new phase of sustainable innovation, where advanced energy storage technologies will be integrated into OMC’s distributed energy systems. According to him, this initiative embodies the principles of Make in India and Aatma Nirbhar Bharat, promoting local innovation, strengthening energy security, and fostering inclusive growth. He further emphasized that by combining Honda’s global experience with India’s entrepreneurial mindset, both companies are creating scalable solutions that will shape the future of storage-based clean energy systems.
Over the past few years, Honda and OMC Power have worked together on pilot projects to explore how Honda’s detachable and portable batteries, originally designed for electric two- and three-wheelers, can be repurposed for stationary clean energy applications. These pilot studies have already demonstrated success, with the batteries being integrated into OMC’s renewable energy systems to supply dependable power to remote schools, healthcare centers, telecom towers, small businesses, and solar rooftop installations. This pioneering model, expected to launch commercially by January 2026, will extend the lifespan of electric vehicle batteries while providing effective and reliable energy storage solutions for rural and off-grid areas.
Minoru Kato, Executive Officer and Chief Officer for Motorcycle and Power Products Operations at Honda Motor Co. Ltd., explained that Honda views its electrified mobility products as more than just vehicles. He noted that these products have the potential to contribute to the development of local energy systems and improve the daily lives of people and communities. In India, where the shift toward electric motorcycles is gaining pace, Honda aims to create a resource-circulating value chain by repurposing end-of-life electric motorcycle batteries. Kato added that this initiative demonstrates Honda’s broader commitment to tackling social challenges and enhancing quality of life through sustainable business practices.
Through this strategic alliance, Honda and OMC Power will jointly develop advanced energy storage solutions, opening a new business vertical for OMC. The collaboration will support large-scale deployment of storage-based technologies for mini-grid stabilization, telecom infrastructure, hybrid rooftop solar systems, and other distributed energy applications. It will also strengthen OMC’s existing operations in four key areas—rooftop hybrid solar systems, energy storage for telecom infrastructure, solar solutions for commercial and industrial users, and mini-grid technologies.
In addition to strengthening India’s clean energy infrastructure, the partnership will also create new opportunities in the country’s electric mobility ecosystem. By focusing on battery reuse and the Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) model, OMC Power is set to emerge as a key player in developing sustainable, storage-driven clean energy solutions that bridge the gap between mobility and renewable energy.
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