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Engie Aims to Grow India’s Renewable Energy Portfolio to 7 GW by 2030
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Engie Aims to Grow India’s Renewable Energy Portfolio to 7 GW by 2030

Global energy giant Engie announced plans to increase its renewable energy capacity in India from the current 2.3 Gigawatt (GW) to 7 GW by 2030.

The company is marking a decade of clean energy transformation in India with its 2.3 GW portfolio, of which 1.1 GW is operational across seven states. Engie aims to expand its renewable energy portfolio to 7 GW by 2030, in alignment with India's Net Zero Carbon target by 2045, as stated in an official release.

Amit Jain, CEO and Country Manager of ENGIE, mentioned that by leveraging advanced technologies and empowering communities, the company intends to accelerate India’s energy transition and contribute significantly to its net-zero objectives. He emphasized that their commitment goes beyond just generating clean energy — it is about creating shared value for local communities and fostering sustainable growth.

ENGIE has successfully completed several renewable energy projects in India, including the 200 MW Raghanesda Solar Plant in Gujarat and the 140 MW Bhadla Solar Plant in Rajasthan. Additionally, the company’s 75 MW Mirzapur Solar Power Plant in Uttar Pradesh was inaugurated jointly by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron.

As it enters the next decade of renewable energy transformation in India, the company affirmed its dedication to expanding its presence and supporting India’s transition to a sustainable energy future.

Global energy giant Engie announced plans to increase its renewable energy capacity in India from the current 2.3 Gigawatt (GW) to 7 GW by 2030. The company is marking a decade of clean energy transformation in India with its 2.3 GW portfolio, of which 1.1 GW is operational across seven states. Engie aims to expand its renewable energy portfolio to 7 GW by 2030, in alignment with India's Net Zero Carbon target by 2045, as stated in an official release. Amit Jain, CEO and Country Manager of ENGIE, mentioned that by leveraging advanced technologies and empowering communities, the company intends to accelerate India’s energy transition and contribute significantly to its net-zero objectives. He emphasized that their commitment goes beyond just generating clean energy — it is about creating shared value for local communities and fostering sustainable growth. ENGIE has successfully completed several renewable energy projects in India, including the 200 MW Raghanesda Solar Plant in Gujarat and the 140 MW Bhadla Solar Plant in Rajasthan. Additionally, the company’s 75 MW Mirzapur Solar Power Plant in Uttar Pradesh was inaugurated jointly by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron. As it enters the next decade of renewable energy transformation in India, the company affirmed its dedication to expanding its presence and supporting India’s transition to a sustainable energy future.

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