SunSource Commissions 3 Open Access Solar Plants In UP Of 45 MWp

SunSource Energy, a leading provider of solar energy solutions and a subsidiary of SHV Energy, a 125-year-old Dutch Multinational, announced the commissioning of three open access solar power plants in Uttar Pradesh (UP). Located in Jhansi and Lalitpur districts on a combined area of 150 acres, these projects have a total capacity of 45 MWp. PPAs for the entire 45 MW_DC have been signed with marquee clients across industry verticals, according to SunSource

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Together these three projects are expected to generate 1.5 million megawatt-hours (MWh) of solar energy and offset up to 1.4 million tonne of CO₂ emissions[i] during their technical lifetime. The projects will cater to the clean energy requirements of a diverse range of clients, including one of India’s largest media conglomerates, a leading data center, an education institute, and leading global beverage companies.

Commenting on this significant milestone, Santanu Guha, CEO, SunSource Energy said, “We are proud to help corporations transition to sustainable energy to help them meet their energy transition goals. With these projects, we have further enhanced our presence in Uttar Pradesh and look forward to working closely with the industry and Government in advancing the state’s clean energy endeavours.”

With this, the company now has six operational open access projects in the state with four more in the pipeline. SunSource Energy’s total operational capacity is now close to 100 MW_DC in Uttar Pradesh. Last year, SunSource Energy announced the commissioning of 3 solar projects in Bijnor district of the state.

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With a presence in major states in India, and a portfolio of 600 MWp solar assets deployed, contracted, and under-development, SunSource Energy provides solar solutions to clients across industry verticals such as Data Centers, Consumer goods, Automotive, Chemical, Cement, Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals.