Lucknow AI City to Run Fully on Green Energy

09 Jan 2026 CW Team

Lucknow’s upcoming Artificial Intelligence City is being planned to operate entirely on green energy, positioning it among the first large technology hubs in India with a fully renewable power backbone. State officials said the project will integrate solar power, green hydrogen and other clean energy sources across all core operations, from data centres to smart urban infrastructure.

The AI City is a flagship initiative of the Uttar Pradesh Government and is expected to host research institutions, technology companies, start-ups and high-performance computing facilities. By combining advanced digital infrastructure with renewable-driven energy systems, planners aim to develop a sustainable innovation ecosystem that can serve as a national benchmark.

Officials said exclusive reliance on clean energy would lower emissions, reduce dependence on conventional grid supply and improve energy resilience, while also helping the project meet global sustainability standards. Integrating renewable technologies at the design stage is seen as more efficient and cost-effective than retrofitting them later.

The project aligns with Uttar Pradesh’s broader strategy to expand renewable energy adoption, including solar capacity additions, green hydrogen development and energy-efficient urban infrastructure. The AI City is expected to function as a demonstration site for how technology-led urban centres can operate with minimal environmental impact.

With significant public and private investment anticipated, the development aims to attract global technology firms while embedding sustainability into every layer of planning. If successful, the Lucknow AI City could set a precedent for future smart cities across the country.

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