Suzlon and Torrent Power Achieve 1 GW Wind Energy Milestone with a New 486 MW Order
Pune, India: Suzlon Group, and Torrent Power Ltd. have achieved a remarkable milestone together, now powering 1 GW of wind energy for India with a new 486 MW hybrid order. This strategic collaboration is pivotal in supporting India’s ambitious target of achieving 50% of electricity from renewable sources and strengthening the Make in India initiative. Under the agreement, Suzlon will supply 162 state‐of‐the‐art S144 wind turbine generators (WTGs) with Hybrid Lattice (HLT) Towers, each rated at 3 MW capacity in the Bhogat region in Gujarat. Girish Tanti, Vice Chairman, Suzlon Group, said, “We are proud to partner with Torrent, a pioneer in integrating renewables into their energy portfolio. Our decade‐long collaboration has reached a remarkable milestone ‐ 1 GW of cumulative orders across Gujarat and Karnataka. Built on trust, innovation, and a shared vision, this partnership has leveraged advanced technologies to deliver quality power to nearly 1 million households. Together, we remain committed to driving India’s energy transition and building a sustainable future.” JP Chalasani, Chief Executive Officer, Suzlon Group, said, “Torrent Power has been a valued long‐term partner in our journey, and together, we share a vision of providing reliable, sustainable, and quality power to the nation. The success of our S144 wind turbine, known for its ability to deliver optimal powerperformance even in low‐wind conditions, has been a key driver of this collaboration. This milestone highlights the strength of our partnership and the impact of advanced technology in accelerating India’s renewable energy future.”