Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) has commissioned a 100 MW group captive solar power project in Kayathar, Tamil Nadu, strengthening the adoption of renewable energy for industrial and corporate power consumption.
The project is expected to generate around 240.63 million units of clean electricity annually. It is also estimated to help avoid approximately 1.5 lakh tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions every year, supporting the decarbonisation goals of Tata Group companies.
The solar project will supply renewable electricity to Tata Group companies under the group captive model, enabling greater integration of clean power into India’s industrial and manufacturing ecosystem. The model is gaining momentum as businesses increasingly seek reliable renewable energy solutions while reducing their dependence on conventional power sources.
A key technology feature of the project is the deployment of Flexible Terrain Compatible (FTC) Single-Axis Tracker technology. According to the company, this marks Tata’s first project in India to use the technology. The tracker solution is designed to support solar generation across varying terrain conditions and can improve the utilisation of project sites.
The 100 MW project adds to the growing role of large-scale captive and group captive renewable energy projects in India. Such projects allow industrial consumers to directly participate in renewable power generation while supporting their long-term sustainability and decarbonisation strategies.
With corporate and industrial consumers increasingly shifting towards renewable electricity, group captive solar projects are emerging as an important driver of India’s clean energy transition. The Kayathar project combines large-scale solar generation, advanced tracking technology and direct industrial consumption, reflecting the sector’s move towards integrated renewable energy solutions.
