Adani Energy Solutions Raises ₹8,373 Crore (USD 1 billion) in Landmark QIP

On August 06, 2024, Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL) announced the successful completion of its ₹8,373 crore ($1 billion) Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP), the largest in India’s power sector. This achievement highlights AESL’s leadership in India’s energy transition and investors’ confidence in the power sector’s future.

This QIP is AESL’s first equity raise since its demerger and listing from Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL) in July 2015. AESL has consistently achieved double-digit EBITDA growth since 2016, showcasing the effectiveness of AEL’s incubation model.

The QIP was launched after market hours on 30 July 2024 with a base deal size of ₹5,861 crore ($700 million) and included an option to increase to ₹8,373 crore ($1 billion). The offering received strong demand, with bids amounting to approximately 6 times the base deal size from a diverse group of investors. This included utility-focused US investors entering India for the first time, sovereign wealth funds, significant Indian mutual funds, and insurance companies. This strong interest enabled AESL to fully exercise the green shoe option, raising the total issue size to $1 billion.

Adani Energy Solutions’ Key Focus Areas in India’s Energy Transition

Adani Energy Solutions (AESL) has become a key player in India’s move towards sustainable energy by focusing on several crucial areas:

• Renewable Power Transmission: Investing in major projects in Khavda, Gujarat, and Rajasthan to facilitate large-scale renewable power distribution.
• Renewable Power Penetration: Supplying 37% renewable power in Mumbai and aiming to increase this share.
• Energy Efficiency: Leading India’s smart meter installations and partnering with industrial and commercial entities to improve energy efficiency.
• Cooling Solutions: Reducing energy consumption with innovative Cooling as a Service (CaaS) offerings, supporting India’s energy commitments.
• Dispatchable Renewable Energy: Offering reliable renewable energy to commercial and industrial customers, positioning itself as a preferred retail energy partner.

The funds raised from the QIP will be used for several purposes. AESL plans to invest in transmission assets to develop corridors for large-scale renewable power distribution. The company will also enhance its smart metering business to boost energy efficiency and improve network planning. Additionally, part of the proceeds will be used to repay debt, thereby reducing overall indebtedness. The remaining funds will be allocated for general corporate purposes to strengthen overall corporate activities.

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