Tata Power and Asian Development Bank Partner for $4.25 Billion Clean Energy Projects

On November 21, 2024, Tata Power, a leading power company in India, signed an MoU with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) during the Climate Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan. 

The agreement focuses on exploring funding options for Tata Power’s key projects aimed at boosting India’s energy infrastructure and advancing clean and renewable energy.

The MoU includes evaluating financing for major ongoing projects like the 966 MW Solar-Wind Hybrid Project and the Pumped Hydro Storage Project. It also covers future projects related to energy transition, decarbonisation, battery storage, and upgrading Tata Power’s distribution networks. The total estimated cost for these projects is approximately $4.25 billion.

Dr Praveer Sinha, CEO and Managing Director of Tata Power said, “Our collaboration with the Asian Development Bank is a crucial step as we explore innovative financing solutions to drive transformative power sector projects. This MoU reinforces our commitment to advancing India’s clean and renewable energy capacity and modernising our power infrastructure, ensuring sustainable and inclusive growth. These initiatives align with India’s ambitious clean energy goals, contributing to energy security and environmental resilience.”  

The agreement also aims to strengthen resilience, encourage inclusiveness, and prioritise gender and climate initiatives. It focuses on empowering women as key contributors by involving them in the adoption of green technologies and creating opportunities for green jobs.

Supporting India’s Renewable Energy Goals

The partnership between Tata Power and ADB plays a key role in helping India reach its renewable energy target of 500 GW by 2030. Projects under consideration, such as large-scale solar-wind hybrid systems and advanced hydro storage solutions, represent significant steps toward building a robust clean energy infrastructure.

Through these initiatives, Tata Power aims to boost the country’s renewable energy capacity, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and promote a sustainable, energy-secure future. This MoU reflects a joint commitment to align with global climate goals while addressing India’s specific energy challenges. By working together, Tata Power and ADB aim to advance sustainable development, improve energy access, and reduce environmental impact.

About Tata Power

Tata Power Company Limited, a key part of the Tata Group, India’s largest multinational business conglomerate, is a leading integrated power company with a diverse portfolio of 15.2 GW. Its operations cover the entire energy value chain, including renewable and conventional power generation, distribution, transmission, trading, energy storage, and solar cell and module manufacturing.

On November 22, 2024, Tata Power share price opened at ₹414.90, touching the day’s high at ₹416.90 as of 10:30 AM on NSE. 

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