"Tata Power Solar Systems Completes Commissioning of 100 Solar Projects Equipped with 120 MWh Battery Storage"

Tata Power Solar Systems (TPSSL) announced on Tuesday the successful commissioning of a 100 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) project, integrated with a 120 MWh utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS), located in Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh.

Securing the ₹945-crore project through an engineering procurement construction (EPC) contract from the Solar Energy Corporation of India Ltd (SECI) in December 2021, TPSSL undertook the complete project lifecycle, including engineering, design, supply, construction, erection, testing, operations, and maintenance.

Described as the largest solar and BESS project in the country, the Rajnandgaon installation showcases TPSSL's technical expertise and project execution capabilities, overcoming challenges such as unfavorable soil conditions and remote location during implementation.

Employing cutting-edge Bifacial Mono Crystalline technology for 239,685 modules, the project was completed within the stipulated timeframe despite adversities.

Commenting on the achievement, Deepesh Nanda, CEO and Managing Director of Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd (TPREL), TPSSL's parent company, emphasized, "The successful commissioning of the largest solar and battery storage project for SECI reflects the technical expertise and project execution skills of Tata Power Solar. This will ensure round-the-clock green energy and accelerate the renewable energy transition through innovative solutions."

Expected to generate approximately 243.53 million units of energy annually and reduce carbon emissions by 4.87 million tonnes over 25 years, the project significantly contributes to India's renewable energy objectives.

SECI Chairman & MD R P Gupta affirmed, "We are committed to leveraging the latest technology in the renewable energy segment, and this project supports the country's energy transition vision. The project has been delivered on time by Tata Power Solar, which will help in providing 24x7 renewable power."

HBL