Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals has secured a significant order worth ₹445 crore to implement a large-scale solar rooftop project in Andhra Pradesh. The contract, awarded by the New & Renewable Energy Development Corporation of Andhra Pradesh (NREDCAP), involves designing, engineering, supplying, installing, testing, and commissioning 2 kW solar rooftop systems for more than 40,000 households across five divisions of the state. This initiative forms part of the PM-Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojna and aims to extend access to clean, renewable energy to underserved communities, including over 38,000 SC & ST consumers. The project represents a total capacity of approximately 77 MW and is expected to be completed within six months.
This project stands as one of the largest residential solar undertakings for Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals, showcasing the company’s capabilities in delivering energy-efficient solutions at scale. By installing on-grid rooftop solar systems, the scheme will contribute to India’s national goals of expanding renewable energy while promoting sustainability and energy security in rural and semi-urban regions.
The order's scale and strategic timing reflect the expanding push by states and central agencies towards decentralised renewable energy projects, which are seen as pivotal to achieving carbon reduction targets and boosting power availability in remote areas. Andhra Pradesh's focus on empowering vulnerable and marginalised households via solar installations underlines the social dimension of such green energy initiatives.
Crompton Greaves has a strong track record in the consumer electrical and renewable energy sectors, and this contract further reinforces its position as a key player in India’s transition to cleaner energy sources. The project’s expected swift completion timeline signals an urgent and focused execution strategy, contributing positively to the broader adoption of rooftop solar technology across the country.
This development aligns with broader industry trends where investments in renewable infrastructure continue to surge, supported by government policies favouring sustainable energy. Such projects not only help reduce dependency on conventional fossil fuels but also create local employment opportunities through installation and maintenance activities.
The initiative dovetails with other solar energy developments in India, reflecting a robust market appetite for solar rooftop systems as viable, efficient, and scalable options for electricity generation, particularly in residential segments.
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Source: Noah Wire Services