Suzlon Group, India’s leading provider of wind energy solutions, has secured a 381 MW order from Zelestra India and its affiliates, marking a pivotal milestone in Zelestra’s clean energy transition. This project represents Zelestra’s first-ever Fully Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) initiative, reinforcing the growing trend of companies choosing Suzlon as their go-to partner for wind energy solutions. With comprehensive expertise spanning cutting-edge turbine technology and 25 years of lifecycle support, Suzlon is enabling both corporate and utility sectors to meet their decarbonization objectives with speed, reliability, and scalability.
The 381 MW project will utilize 127 of Suzlon’s advanced S144 turbines and will be distributed across Maharashtra (180 MW), Madhya Pradesh (180 MW), and Tamil Nadu (21 MW). The Maharashtra and MP portions are part of SJVN’s FDRE bid, while the Tamil Nadu segment will cater to Commercial & Industrial (C&I) consumers.
Girish Tanti, Vice Chairman of Suzlon Group, commented, “India’s energy transition is at a critical turning point, with a growing focus on reliable, round-the-clock renewable power. This project embodies that shift. We are proud to collaborate with Zelestra, a leader in decarbonization, as we work together to push India toward a sustainable energy future. At Suzlon, we are dedicated to driving this transition through innovation and impactful projects.”
JP Chalasani, CEO of Suzlon Group, highlighted the company’s edge, saying, “Suzlon stands out because we offer fully integrated solutions, from turbine technology and manufacturing to execution and ongoing services. This enables us to deliver large-scale projects while ensuring lasting energy security and value for our clients.”
Sajay KV, CEO of Zelestra India, said, “Our partnership with Suzlon is a major step toward realizing our ambitious renewable energy goals in India. This collaboration lays the foundation for our upcoming 5 GW portfolio, featuring strategically co-located hybrid projects slated for 2027 and 2028. With Suzlon’s proven experience, we are confident in our ability to provide reliable, sustainable energy to meet India’s growing power demands.”
Zelestra India, a vertically integrated company, has a robust portfolio of approximately 29 GW of renewable energy projects across 13 countries, with 5.4 GW already contracted or in various stages of development. Backed by EQT, one of the world’s largest investment funds with €273 billion in assets, Zelestra specializes in large-scale renewable energy project development, construction, and operations.
Suzlon, a global leader in wind energy solutions, has installed around 21.1 GW of wind capacity across 17 countries. With its headquarters in Pune, India, and world-class manufacturing facilities throughout India, Suzlon has been at the forefront of operational excellence for over 30 years. The company is India’s #1 renewable energy solutions provider, managing 15.1 GW of assets and boasting a strong workforce of approximately 7,800 employees. Suzlon’s innovative wind turbines, including the advanced 2.x MW and 3.x MW series, are setting new benchmarks in the renewable energy sector.
