Shree Cement Commissions 20 MW Solar Power Plant in Uttar Pradesh

28 Oct 2025 CW Team

Shree Cement Ltd., one of India’s leading cement manufacturers, has commissioned a 20 MWp solar power plant in Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh, reinforcing its commitment to renewable energy and supporting India’s clean energy transition.

The new facility will supply green power to the company’s Etah grinding unit through the Wheeling and Banking mechanism. Phase 1 of the project has achieved Commercial Operation Date (COD) following verification by the Uttar Pradesh State Load Dispatch Centre (UPSLDC), while Phase 2 is scheduled for commissioning by the end of Q4 FY25–26.

In addition to advancing operational sustainability, the project will generate 30–40 daily employment opportunities for the local community and is expected to offset approximately 22,000 metric tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually, contributing meaningfully to India’s low-carbon development goals.

Neeraj Akhoury, Managing Director, Shree Cement Ltd., said,

“The Chitrakoot solar plant is more than just a clean energy project—it represents Shree Cement’s commitment to transforming energy use across our operations. Each new facility strengthens our renewable portfolio, drives innovation, and moves the cement sector closer to a sustainable, low-carbon future, creating lasting value for both business and society.”

With this commissioning, Shree Cement’s total installed solar capacity now stands at 313.5 MWp across India. This milestone reinforces the company’s leadership in renewable energy within the cement sector and underscores its continued focus on building an energy-efficient, environmentally responsible future.

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