The plant will manufacture 82-metre blades designed for 4 MW wind turbine generators. JSW Energy said another wind blade manufacturing facility at Chitradurga in Karnataka is in the advanced stages of commissioning.
Sharad Mahendra, Joint Managing Director and CEO of JSW Energy, said, “The commissioning of our Halol wind blade manufacturing plant is a defining milestone in our journey towards building a resilient and self-reliant renewable energy platform. By bringing critical manufacturing capabilities in-house, we are not only securing our supply chain against volatility but also enhancing the cost competitiveness and returns of our wind portfolio.”
He added, “This reinforces our commitment to delivering sustainable, long-term value for all our stakeholders as we accelerate towards our renewable growth ambitions.”The company currently operates 3.9 GW of installed wind energy capacity and has 8.9 GW of locked-in wind and hybrid projects under development.
The company said that new manufacturing capability is expected to reduce dependence on external suppliers, support domestic content requirements, and help manage costs associated with future wind energy projects.
Shares of JSW Energy Ltd. declined 3.3% to close at ₹565 on June 8.
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