OMC Power, a distributed renewable energy (DRE) company targeting 1 GWp clean energy portfolio in India, and Honda Motor have partnered on innovative business models in energy storage and battery repurposing from the electric mobility ecosystem.
Building on successful pre-studies over the past few years, Honda and OMC have demonstrated the potential of repurposing Honda’s detachable and portable batteries, originally used in electric two- and three-wheelers, for innovative storage based clean energy solutions. When integrated with OMC’s systems, these batteries are already providing reliable power to remote schools, clinics, telecom towers, small businesses, and solar rooftops. This pioneering model slated to commence by January 2026 will extend the lifecycle of EV batteries while addressing the needs of storage based stationary applications.
Rohit Chandra, co-founder & CEO, OMC Power, said, “This partnership with Honda marks a pivotal moment in OMC’s journey. Together, we are unlocking a new era of sustainable innovation by integrating innovative energy storage solutions into our distributed energy systems.”
Minoru Kato, executive officer, chief officer for Motorcycle and Power Products Operations, Honda Motor, said, “In India, where the shift toward electric motorcycles is progressing, Honda will strive to establish a resource-circulating value chain by facilitating the repurposing of end-of-life electric motorcycle batteries. Through this initiative, with a comprehensive approach from the perspective of both our products and business activities, Honda will contribute to addressing societal issues and making people’s daily lives more enjoyable”
Through this strategic alliance, Honda and OMC will co-develop advanced energy storage solutions, creating a new business vertical for OMC. The partnership will enable large-scale deployment of storage-based solutions for mini grid stabilisation, telecom infrastructure, rooftop hybrid solar solutions, and other distributed energy applications—complementing OMC’s four core business areas and strengthening India’s Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) model.
“This partnership brings together Honda’s global technological leadership and OMC’s distributed energy & deep rural expertise to accelerate its journey towards 1 GWp clean energy portfolio,” stated OMC power. “The alliance aligns with Honda’s global vision of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 and contributes to India’s clean energy transition and circular economy ambitions.”
Backed by Mitsui & Co. and Chubu Electric Power of Japan, OMC Power has rapidly expanded its distributed clean energy portfolio across North and Central India. With over 500 smart mini-grids operational, the company powers telecom towers, solarises institutional rooftops, and enables climate-resilient livelihoods at the grassroots.
OMC is also executing one of the world’s largest sustainable healthcare solarisation projects in Uttar Pradesh, covering more than 200 hospitals and medical colleges under the RESCO model. The initiative guarantees uninterrupted power for critical healthcare services, generates local employment, and is expected to eliminate over 125,000 metric tons of CO₂ emissions annually.
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