The plant strengthens the resolve to reduce carbon emissions, says Kumar
Azure Power’s (NYSE: AZRE) 90 MW solar power project demonstrates Assam’s commitment towards sustainable development by promoting clean, accessible, affordable and equitable solar energy availability.
The largest solar power project in the state was inaugurated by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, said Azure on 20 July 2022, adding, “It is Assam’s journey towards clean and green energy.”
The project inauguration ceremony was jointly hosted by Azure Power and Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL) at a two-day event in Udalguri and Boko districts of the state.
The power generated by the plant will be supplied to APDCL under a long term 25-year PPA. The project spread across four districts, Udalguri, Boko, Nagaon and Cachar. It was commissioned in phases.
“The commissioning of our 90 MW solar power plant, the largest in Assam, is an indication of our strong project development and execution skills,” said Harsh Shah, CEO, Azure Power, at the ceremony.
“The project also demonstrates the state’s commitment towards sustainable development by promoting clean, accessible, affordable and equitable solar energy availability.
“In addition to meeting the state’s sustainability targets, our project will help in creating a self-sustaining ecosystem by providing jobs, skill development and revenue opportunities for local population,” he said.
APDCL MD Rakesh Kumar said, “Participation of Azure Power in Assam’s journey towards clean and green energy is appreciable. APDCL is committed for supplying uninterrupted, reliable, affordable, safe and quality power to all its valued customers.
“These projects strengthen the resolve to reduce carbon emissions in the state.” fiinews.com
