Juniper Commissions 59 MW Solar Project Ahead of Schedule

23 Jun 2025 CW Team

Juniper Green Energy has successfully commissioned the 59 MWp solar segment of its 75 MW hybrid power project in Wardha, Maharashtra. The solar plant, completed on 6 June 2025, was delivered 17 months ahead of its scheduled commercial operation date (SCOD) of 17 November 2026, showcasing the company’s strong project execution capabilities.

Named Juniper Green Power Five, the hybrid project holds a total contracted capacity of 75 MW under a power purchase agreement (PPA) signed in November 2024 with the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd (MSEDCL). The hybrid facility includes 26.4 MW of wind energy capacity in addition to the now-commissioned solar component.

“The early commissioning reflects our robust execution capabilities and unwavering commitment to on-time delivery,” said Ankush Malik, CEO of Juniper Green Energy.

Headquartered in Delhi NCR, Juniper Green Energy is an independent renewable energy producer and part of the Singapore-based AT Capital Group. Since its inception in October 2018, the company has expanded its operational portfolio to 1.1 GWp across utility-scale solar, wind, and hybrid assets in India.

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