Shree Cement Ltd., a leading Indian cement manufacturer, has successfully commissioned a 20 MWp solar power plant in Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh. This project demonstrates the company’s dedication to renewable energy and its efforts to enhance operational resilience while supporting India’s transition to clean energy. The solar power plant will supply renewable energy to the Etah grinding unit through the Wheeling and Banking route, with Phase 1 already achieving commercial operation and Phase 2 expected to be commissioned by the end of Q4 FY25-26.
The project is not only a step towards sustainable operations but also expected to create 30-40 daily employment opportunities for the local community. Once fully operational, it is anticipated to offset approximately 22,000 metric tonnes of CO₂ annually, contributing to a low-carbon future. This initiative showcases Shree Cement’s commitment to transforming energy use across its operations and leading the cement sector towards a sustainable, low-carbon future.
According to Neeraj Akhoury, Managing Director of Shree Cement, the Chitrakoot plant is an opportunity to innovate and integrate renewable energy, creating lasting value for both the business and the environment. With this commissioning, Shree Cement’s total installed solar capacity reaches 313.5 MWp across India, highlighting the company’s leadership in renewable energy within the cement sector.
This milestone underscores Shree Cement’s commitment to a low-carbon, energy-efficient future and its efforts to reduce its carbon footprint. The company’s focus on renewable energy is expected to have a positive impact on the environment, and its initiatives are likely to inspire other companies in the cement sector to follow suit. Overall, the commissioning of the Chitrakoot solar power plant is a significant step towards a sustainable future, and Shree Cement’s leadership in renewable energy is expected to have a lasting impact on the industry.