The Adani Group said it plans to expand its storage capacity to 15 gigawatt-hours by fiscal year 2026-27 and to 50 gigawatt-hours in the next five years.
Adani Group bets big on battery energy storage, announces 1126 MW BESS project.
Adani Group Bets Big On Battery Storage: The Adani Group on Tuesday announced its entry into the battery energy storage sector (BESS). The group is establishing a massive BESS project with a capacity of 1,126 MW/3,530 MWh in Khavda, Gujarat. This project will not only be India's largest but is also considered one of the largest single-location energy storage projects in the world.
Big bet on battery energy storage
According to the group, the facility will house over 700 BESS containers and is planned to be operational by March 2026. It will be part of the Khavda Renewable Energy Complex, which is being described as the world's largest renewable energy plant. The project will have a power capacity of 1,126 MW and an energy capacity of 3,530 MWh. This means the system will be able to store 3,530 MWh of energy, which can be used to augment the 1,126 MW power capacity for approximately three hours.
Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani said, "Energy storage is the cornerstone of a renewable energy-based future. Through this landmark project, we are not only setting global standards but also strengthening our commitment to India's energy independence and sustainability." He added that this initiative will enable the group to provide reliable, clean, and affordable energy solutions at scale.
50 gigawatt-hour capacity in 5 years
The group also stated that it plans to expand its storage capacity to 15 gigawatt-hours by fiscal year 2026-27 and to 50 gigawatt-hours over the next five years. This goal reflects the group's long-term ambitions for clean energy infrastructure in India.
With this strategic initiative, the Adani Group has now joined the ranks of global energy companies investing in large-scale storage infrastructure. This move is considered a significant and transformative milestone in India's clean energy journey. Based in Ahmedabad, the Adani Group operates diverse businesses in the energy, logistics, metals, and consumer sectors. It is also pursuing its growth in line with India's Net-Zero and sustainability goals.
