ENGIE secures 100 MW solar PPA with SECI

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ENGIE has announced the signing of a power purchase agreement (PPA) with the Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI) for a 100 MW solar PV project in Barmer, Rajasthan. Located in one of India’s highest solar irradiance zones, the Barmer project is set for commissioning in 2027.

With this addition, ENGIE’s portfolio in Rajasthan now approaches 1 GW.  The region offers ideal site conditions and strong infrastructure connectivity, making it a key geography in India’s push toward utility-scale solar.

The Barmer project also strengthens ENGIE’s longstanding partnership with SECI and builds on its proven track record of delivering high-impact solar assets across the country.

“Our agreement with SECI marks a pivotal chapter in ENGIE’s growing partnership in India and reflects our shared ambition to accelerate the country’s clean energy transition. The Barmer project is focused on delivering dependable solar power to a region where rising energy demand and economic growth go hand in hand,” said Amit Jain, CEO and country manager, India MD Renewables & Batteries India & South-East Asia. “As the grid evolves, our priority is disciplined execution, deep local integration in Rajasthan, and building infrastructure that delivers long-term performance. We are committed to creating enduring value for communities, for the economy, and for India’s energy future.”

ENGIE’s landmark solar projects in India include the 200 MW Raghnesda solar power plant in Gujarat, commissioned during the height of the pandemic, the 250 MW Kadapa project in Andhra Pradesh, which integrates advanced inverter technology to maximise output, and the 140 MW Bhadla project in Rajasthan, utilizing water-free cleaning system for the panels. ENGIE’s current India portfolio stands at 2.5 GW across 23 renewable energy projects in seven states.

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