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Adani Green Adds Record 5 GW Capacity, Hits 19.3 GW Total in FY26

Adani Green Energy Limited announced it added a record over 5 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity in FY 2025-26, marking the highest greenfield annual expansion globally by any company outside China. This addition, comprising solar, wind, and hybrid projects, takes the company's total operational portfolio to 19.3 GW. A significant portion of the new capacity was commissioned at the massive Khavda renewable energy park in Gujarat, where cumulative capacity has reached 9.4 GW. The company also commissioned a major battery energy storage system at the site, supporting its goal of achieving 50 GW of capacity by 2030.

Key Points: Adani Green Adds Record 5 GW Renewable Capacity in FY26

  • Record 5+ GW greenfield capacity added
  • Total operational portfolio now 19.3 GW
  • Khavda project key with 9.4 GW installed
  • Aims for 50 GW target by 2030
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Adani Green Energy adds record over 5 GW of renewable energy capacity in FY26

Adani Green Energy adds over 5 GW of new renewable capacity in FY26, taking its operational portfolio to 19.3 GW and accelerating its 50 GW by 2030 target.

"Our addition of over 5 GW of new capacity marks a watershed moment for India's renewable energy sector - Sagar Adani"

Ahmedabad, April 1

Adani Green Energy Limited on Wednesday said it added over 5 GW of renewable energy capacity in the financial year 2025-26, taking its total operational portfolio to 19.3 gigawatts.

It is the highest greenfield annual capacity expansion globally by any company, excluding China.

The new capacity addition includes 3.4 GW (3,409 MW) of solar, 0.7 GW (686 MW) of wind, and 1 GW (956 MW) of wind-solar hybrid capacity.

It is expected to offset around 10 million tonnes of carbon emissions annually, and AGEL's total operational portfolio of 19.3 GW will result in a massive annual carbon offset of 36 million tonnes, according to the largest pure-play renewable energy company in the country.

"Our addition of over 5 GW of new capacity marks a watershed moment for India's renewable energy sector, placing the country firmly on the global map of leading the clean energy transition. It marks a significant leap in accelerating the country's shift to a low-carbon economy and strengthening energy security," said Sagar Adani, Executive Director, AGEL.

"This milestone strengthens our progress towards our target of 50 GW by 2030, while continuing to deliver sustainable and inclusive growth through renewables and energy storage solutions," Sagar Adani added.

Most of the new capacity was commissioned at the world's largest renewable energy plant being developed by AGEL at an accelerated pace in the barren land at Khavda, Gujarat.

Built across 538 sq kms, the project is spread across an area five times the size of Paris. Out of the planned 30 GW by 2029 at Khavda, AGEL has already installed cumulative capacity of 9.4 GW (9,413 MW) at the site, according to the company.

Moreover, the company also brought online an initial 1,376 megawatt hours (MWh) of battery energy storage systems (BESS) at Khavda, one of the world's largest single-location deployments. The capacity was commissioned within eight months of starting work at the site, supporting grid stability and renewable integration.

The Khavda project deploys advanced bifacial solar modules, which generate electricity from both sides by capturing sunlight directly and from reflections off the ground, along with solar trackers to maximise electricity generation.

The company said that it also deploys 5.2 MW wind turbines, among the most powerful onshore units globally. The use of waterless robotic cleaning systems leads to near zero usage of water for module cleaning and improves operational efficiency.

- IANS

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Priya S
While the scale is impressive, I hope this rapid expansion is matched with equal focus on environmental impact assessments for the local ecosystem in Khavda. Using barren land is smart, but we must ensure sustainable development for the long term.
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Rohit P
Waterless robotic cleaning and bifacial panels? That's some next-level tech! This is how we build for the future. Hope the expertise and jobs created benefit local communities in Gujarat as well. Jai Hind!
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Sarah B
As someone working in the sustainability sector, the annual carbon offset figure of 36 million tonnes is staggering. This is a concrete step towards India's climate commitments. The battery storage addition is crucial for managing renewable intermittency.
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Vikram M
Great achievement, no doubt. But I have a question - will this lead to cheaper electricity for the common man? Often these big projects don't translate to lower bills for households. That's the real test of success.
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Karthik V
"Five times the size of Paris" – that comparison really puts the scale into perspective! Building this in the Rann of Kutch is using our geographical challenges as an advantage. More power to them (literally!). Hope they achieve the 50 GW target by 2030.

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