ENGIE has secured its first battery energy storage system (BESS) project in India, with a capacity of 280 MW/560 MWh. Awarded under Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited’s (GUVNL) national tender for 2 GW/4 GWh, the project is planned for commissioning in 2027. The system will store electricity for up to two hours, taking in surplus power during low-demand periods and supplying it during peak usage.
As of 30 June 2025, ENGIE had close to 2 GW of wind and solar capacity operational or under construction in India, contributing to the country’s goal of achieving 500 GW of renewable energy by 2030. With solar and wind capacity growing rapidly, large-scale storage solutions are essential for ensuring reliable clean energy delivery and grid stability. As India remains a key growth market, ENGIE aims to expand its installed renewable and storage capacity in the country to 7 GW by 2030.
This latest achievement further reinforces ENGIE’s global standing in battery energy storage.
“This first large-scale battery storage project in India marks a decisive step for ENGIE in a fast-growing market for renewables and storage. It illustrates our commitment to accelerating the energy transition wherever we operate, while delivering flexibility, stability, and security to power systems,” said Paulo Almirante, ENGIE Senior Executive Vice President in charge of Renewable and Flexible Power.
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