ReNew Signs $1 Billion Financing Pact with Societe Generale
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ReNew Signs $1 Billion Financing Pact with Societe Generale

Leading energy firm ReNew announced on Wednesday that it has entered into an initial agreement with European bank Societe Generale, securing up to USD 1 billion in financing over the next three years. This strategic partnership, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aims to bolster ReNew?s various energy transition projects in India and internationally.

According to the company's statement, the collaboration will leverage the strengths of both parties to support the development of large-scale energy projects. These include solar and wind energy, complex renewable solutions, green hydrogen initiatives, energy storage systems, and solar module manufacturing.

Sumant Sinha, ReNew's Chairperson and CEO, remarked, "This MoU represents a key milestone towards our ambitions in India and worldwide. Societe Generale is a trusted partner for the accelerated deployment of renewable energy projects, and this collaboration will contribute towards India's net zero goals."

As of May 9, 2024, ReNew boasts a clean energy portfolio totaling 15.6 GW. The company is a prominent independent power producer in India, offering comprehensive solutions in clean energy and value-added services through digitalization, energy storage, and carbon market strategies, all of which play a crucial role in combating climate change.

This partnership marks a significant step in ReNew?s mission to provide sustainable and inclusive energy solutions while reinforcing India's commitment to achieving its environmental targets.

Leading energy firm ReNew announced on Wednesday that it has entered into an initial agreement with European bank Societe Generale, securing up to USD 1 billion in financing over the next three years. This strategic partnership, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), aims to bolster ReNew?s various energy transition projects in India and internationally. According to the company's statement, the collaboration will leverage the strengths of both parties to support the development of large-scale energy projects. These include solar and wind energy, complex renewable solutions, green hydrogen initiatives, energy storage systems, and solar module manufacturing. Sumant Sinha, ReNew's Chairperson and CEO, remarked, This MoU represents a key milestone towards our ambitions in India and worldwide. Societe Generale is a trusted partner for the accelerated deployment of renewable energy projects, and this collaboration will contribute towards India's net zero goals. As of May 9, 2024, ReNew boasts a clean energy portfolio totaling 15.6 GW. The company is a prominent independent power producer in India, offering comprehensive solutions in clean energy and value-added services through digitalization, energy storage, and carbon market strategies, all of which play a crucial role in combating climate change. This partnership marks a significant step in ReNew?s mission to provide sustainable and inclusive energy solutions while reinforcing India's commitment to achieving its environmental targets.

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