Zelestra, a global leader in renewable energy solutions, has successfully commissioned its 435 MW DC Gorbea solar plant in Rajasthan. The project was officially inaugurated by Pralhad Joshi, the Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, who presided over the ceremony.
Completed in under eight months, the Gorbea solar plant is supported by a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI). The plant is expected to generate 755 GWh of clean electricity annually, enough to power approximately 128,000 households across India.
In his speech, Minister Joshi highlighted the significant role the Gorbea project will play in expanding the country’s renewable energy capabilities. He also praised the project as a model for future energy developments in Rajasthan, reinforcing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “HaritKranti” initiative aimed at boosting green energy production in the country.
The Minister further noted Rajasthan’s abundant solar potential, describing the sunlight in the region as “not just light, but a ray of hope and self-reliance.” Additionally, he encouraged the prioritization of local youth in employment opportunities generated by the project, emphasizing the importance of community involvement.
Sajay KV, CEO of Zelestra India, expressed pride in the project’s success, stating, “Gorbea highlights our ability to deliver large-scale projects with precision and efficiency, ahead of schedule and under budget. This achievement would not have been possible without SECI’s steadfast commitment to clean energy. Over the next 25+ years, Gorbea will contribute to India’s energy transition while delivering lasting environmental and social benefits.”
Zelestra is a vertically integrated renewable energy company specializing in the development, construction, and operation of large-scale clean energy projects. Backed by EQT, one of the world’s largest investment funds with €273 billion in assets under management, the company has established itself as a key player in the renewable energy sector.
With a project pipeline of 5.4 GW in India, Zelestra has already secured contracts for 1.7 GW of renewable energy capacity. Recently, the company was recognized by BloombergNEF as one of the top 10 clean energy providers to corporate customers, ranking second in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. The Gorbea solar plant serves as a testament to Zelestra’s commitment to advancing the global clean energy agenda and showcases the company’s ability to deliver impactful, large-scale energy solutions that will support India’s renewable energy goals for decades to come.
