Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions Limited (“CleanMax”) has announced a strategic collaboration with Shell plc to supply hybrid renewable power to Shell’s major operations in India. The partnership will support facilities in Gujarat and Karnataka through wind–solar hybrid projects with a combined installed capacity of approximately 30 MW.
In Gujarat, CleanMax is developing a 16.83 MW hybrid project comprising 6.93 MWp of solar and 9.90 MW of wind capacity. The project, implemented under a group-captive model, will supply renewable energy to Shell’s LNG terminal at Hazira. The hybrid configuration is designed to ensure stable and reliable power for energy-intensive operations, strengthening efficiency and operational resilience at the terminal.
In Karnataka, CleanMax is setting up a 13.2 MW hybrid project, including 9.9 MWp of solar capacity in Jagalur and 3.3 MW of wind capacity in Honawad. The energy generated will be supplied to the Shell Technology Centre in Bengaluru, one of Shell’s global innovation hubs focused on advanced engineering, digital solutions, and future energy systems.
Both projects will be developed under a group-captive structure, enabling joint investment by CleanMax and Shell. This approach aligns with Shell’s ongoing efforts to transition towards lower-carbon operations in India while ensuring long-term energy reliability.
Kuldeep Jain, Managing Director of CleanMax, stated that the collaboration represents a significant step toward integrating renewable energy into core business operations. He noted that the initiative supports the reduction of carbon emissions across critical assets while maintaining consistent power supply. He also emphasized the important role of commercial and industrial consumers in India’s energy transition, highlighting the need for tailored renewable solutions that balance sustainability with cost efficiency.
Mansi Madan Tripathy, Chairperson of Shell Group of Companies India, commented that hybrid renewable energy solutions offer a practical pathway to meet growing energy demands while advancing decarbonisation goals. She added that the partnership reflects Shell’s commitment to supporting India’s transition to cleaner energy systems.
The combined projects are expected to generate approximately 66,832 MWh of renewable electricity annually under long-term power purchase agreements.
CleanMax, listed on the NSE and BSE, is India’s largest renewable energy provider for the commercial and industrial sector, with a portfolio of 5.7 GW across India, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. The company offers a wide range of solutions, including rooftop solar, wind, hybrid systems, and carbon credit services, supporting over 570 corporate customers in their transition to sustainable energy.
