Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first Indian company to surpass 15 gigawatts (GW) of installed renewable capacity. This accomplishment highlights India’s leadership in the green energy sector and underscores AGEL’s goal of reaching 50 GW by 2030.
Key Highlights
- Total installed capacity (June 2025): 15,539.9 MW
- Households powered: ~7.9 million
- Carbon offset per year: 28.6 million tonnes
Environmental Equivalence
- Equal to removing 6.3 million cars from roads
- Equal to planting 1.36 billion trees
Capacity Breakdown
- Solar Power: 11,005.5 MW
- Wind Power: 1,977.8 MW
- Hybrid Projects (wind-solar): 2,556.6 MW
Recent Developments
- 3,309 MW added in FY25, the highest ever by any Indian firm in a single year
- All capacity built through greenfield development (new projects, not acquisitions)
Major Projects
- Kamuthi Solar Plant, Tamil Nadu (648 MW) – Commissioned FY16
- Jaisalmer Hybrid Project, Rajasthan (2,140 MW) – FY23
Khavda Project, Kutch, Gujarat
- Target: 30,000 MW by 2029
- Already commissioned: 5,355.9 MW
- Spread across 538 sq km
- Aims to be the world’s largest renewable energy project
Future Targets
- Goal by 2030: 50 GW installed capacity
- Annual Capex Plan: $20 billion through internal accruals and debt
- Backed by Adani Group’s larger goal of 100 GW total power capacity by 2030
Key Takeaways for Competitive Exams
- AGEL is the first Indian firm to exceed 15 GW of installed renewable capacity.
- India’s green energy sector is rapidly growing, with AGEL leading the way.
- AGEL aims to achieve 50 GW by 2030 and is on track to become a key player in the global renewable energy market.
