Mumbai. IndustrialPunch : UltraTech Cement has strengthened its green energy portfolio by commissioning 116.55 MW of wind capacity at its inter-state transmission system (ISTS)-connected wind-solar hybrid project in Barmer, Rajasthan.
In addition, the company has commissioned 10 MW of Waste Heat Recovery System (WHRS) capacity at its Sarlanagar Cement Works integrated manufacturing unit in Karnataka.
With these latest additions, UltraTech Cement’s cumulative installed green energy capacity has reached 2,024 MW, making it the first cement company in India to cross the 2 GW green energy capacity milestone dedicated to captive use.
Renewable Energy Accounts for 1,580 MW
UltraTech’s current green energy portfolio comprises 1,580 MW of renewable energy capacity and 444 MW of Waste Heat Recovery System capacity.
Together, these green energy assets now meet approximately 48% of the company’s total operational power requirements.
Focus on Renewable Energy and Waste Heat Recovery
The commissioning of the new wind capacity in Rajasthan and WHRS capacity in Karnataka marks another step in UltraTech’s strategy to increase the use of cleaner and more sustainable sources of energy across its manufacturing operations.
The company’s growing green energy portfolio combines renewable power generation with waste heat recovery, helping increase the share of captive green power in its overall energy consumption.
UltraTech’s Green Energy Footprint Expands
With its installed green energy capacity now at 2,024 MW, UltraTech has further strengthened its position in the cement sector’s transition toward cleaner energy sources.
The company is continuing to expand renewable energy and waste heat recovery capacity as part of its broader focus on improving energy efficiency and reducing the environmental impact of cement manufacturing.
- Join the IndustrialPunch WhatsApp Group:Click here
- industrial punch is now on Whatsapp Channels. Click here
