Juniper Green Energy commissions 105 MW solar power project in Maharashtra – EQ
In Short – Juniper Green Energy has successfully commissioned a 105 MW solar power project in Maharashtra, marking a significant milestone in the state’s renewable energy landscape. This initiative reinforces the company’s commitment to sustainable energy production and contributes to India’s ambitious renewable energy targets.
In Details – Juniper Green Energy has announced the commissioning of the Jalkot Solar Power Project in Maharashtra, enhancing the region with 105 MW of solar energy. This initiative reflects Juniper Green Energy’s continued support for expanding India’s renewable energy sector. The project has been commissioned in record time, almost 9 months before the Scheduled COD of the Project. The Jalkot Solar Power Project shall deliver power under a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with MSEDCL which exemplifies a commitment to both economic value and environmental stewardship.
Expected to produce approximately 200 MUs annually, the project contributes to reducing Maharashtra’s carbon emissions by an estimated 1,78,569 tCO2 each year. Furthermore, it will provide power to about 38,085 households, supporting the state’s transition to more sustainable energy sources. On the commissioning, Naresh Mansukhani, CEO, Juniper Green Energy, expressed his appreciation for the team’s efforts: “The start of operations of this project almost 9 months before the SCOD of the project is a tribute to our team’s exceptional work. It’s their perseverance and dedication to sustainability that have made this day possible. I am immensely proud of the strides we are making in renewable energy and look forward to continuing this path with the unwavering spirit and innovation that characterize our team.”