Hindustan Zinc gets power supply from Serentica 180 MW solar project
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12-07-2024
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Hindustan Zinc Begins Receiving Power from Serentica Renewables
New Delhi: Vedanta Group's Hindustan Zinc Limited announced on Thursday that it has commenced receiving power supply from Serentica Renewables. This renewable energy will be utilized across Hindustan Zinc's operational business units in Rajasthan.
On Global Energy Independence Day, Hindustan Zinc proudly unveiled the initiation of the first phase of renewable energy integration with Serentica Renewables. The company has entered into a significant agreement with Serentica for a round-the-clock supply of 450 MW of power.
Currently, Hindustan Zinc operates with a captive solar power capacity of 40.70 MW, supplemented by conventional fuel sources to meet the rest of its energy needs. The addition of renewable power from Serentica will substantially increase the share of renewables in the company’s overall energy mix, marking a significant advancement in its commitment to sustainability and clean energy. This initiative is expected to annually reduce approximately 0.45 million tonnes of CO2 emissions.
Hindustan Zinc CEO Arun Misra emphasized the importance of this project, stating, “This initiative will not only reduce our reliance on conventional fuels and minimize our environmental footprint but will also significantly contribute to our goal of decarbonizing operations, steering us towards a fully sustainable future.”
Akshay Hiranandani, CEO of Serentica Renewables, highlighted the successful and ahead-of-schedule commissioning of Phase 1 (solar) in Bikaner, stating, “This accomplishment underscores Serentica's dedication to accelerating India’s clean energy transformation.”
Hindustan Zinc Ltd, recognized as the world's second-largest integrated zinc producer and the third-largest silver producer, is taking major strides towards integrating renewable energy into its operations. Serentica Renewables, known for its comprehensive renewable energy solutions, combines solar, wind, energy storage, and balancing technologies to deliver sustainable power solutions.