Orient Green Power has commissioned its first solar project—a 7 MW AC facility in Tamil Nadu, developed by subsidiary Delta Renewable Energy. Operating under a Group Captive Model, the project diversifies the company’s renewable portfolio beyond wind energy, strengthening its position in India’s clean energy transition and investor-backed growth.
Orient Green Power Company Limited (OGPCL), India’s leading independent renewable energy producer, has officially commissioned its first-ever solar power project, marking a strategic diversification beyond its established wind energy portfolio.
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The project, developed by subsidiary Delta Renewable Energy Pvt. Ltd., is a 7 MW AC solar facility located at Krishnasamudhram Village, Tiruttani Taluk, Tiruvallur District, Tamil Nadu.
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It operates under a Group Captive Model, supplying power directly to Delta’s captive shareholders, ensuring both cost efficiency and reliable clean energy.
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The commissioning was funded through a recent Rights Issue, reflecting investor confidence in Orient Green’s expansion into solar.
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This milestone marks the company’s first step into solar energy, complementing its existing wind portfolio and broadening its renewable footprint.
Industry observers note that the move positions Orient Green to capitalize on India’s growing demand for diversified renewable sources, aligning with national targets for sustainable energy.
By entering the solar segment, Orient Green Power is reinforcing its role as a multi-faceted renewable energy player, committed to reducing carbon emissions while enhancing shareholder value.
Sources: Business Upturn, FilingReader, PV Magazine India