Swaraj Tractors and Mahindra Susten Commission 42 MWp Solar Project in Punjab

Swaraj Tractors, part of the Mahindra Group, and Mahindra Susten, the Group’s renewable energy platform and Independent Power Producer, have commissioned a 42 MWp group captive solar project in Bathinda, Punjab. The project is among the largest group captive solar installations of its kind in the state and is expected to meet around 50% of the electricity requirements of Swaraj Tractors’ manufacturing facilities.

Solar Project to Support Swaraj Tractors’ Manufacturing Operations

The newly commissioned solar project is part of Swaraj Tractors’ broader strategy to increase renewable energy adoption and develop a low-carbon manufacturing ecosystem. The project will supply renewable electricity to Swaraj Tractors’ manufacturing, assembly and foundry operations in Mohali, Punjab.

42 MWp Solar Project Spread Across 141 Acres

Developed and commissioned by Mahindra Susten, the solar installation is spread across approximately 141 acres. It uses high-efficiency N-Type TOPCon bifacial solar modules mounted on fixed-tilt structures.

The project's residual capacity is proposed to be used to support the renewable electricity requirements of other Mahindra Group entities located in Punjab.

Swaraj Focuses on Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency

The commissioning of the solar project marks an important step in Swaraj Tractors’ sustainability roadmap. Earlier this year, Swaraj was recognized with the Golden Peacock Award for Energy Efficiency.

The company said it is complementing its energy-efficiency initiatives by sourcing more than half of its energy requirements from renewable sources through its collaboration with Mahindra Susten.

Swaraj’s sustainability initiatives also extend to energy productivity. In 2023, all Swaraj tractor manufacturing plants achieved EP100 certification for doubling energy productivity, seven years ahead of the Mahindra Group’s commitment timeline.

Swaraj Tractors on Solar Project Commissioning

Commenting on the commissioning of the project, Mr. Gaganjot Singh, Chief Executive Officer, Swaraj Division, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., said:

“Nearly half a century ago, Swaraj was founded on the principles of self-reliance and independence. At a time when India is reducing its dependence on fossil fuels and progressing towards a greener environment for its people, Swaraj is proud to contribute through a two-pronged strategy: reducing energy consumption and progressively replacing conventional sources with renewable energy.”

He further said:

“Earlier this year, Swaraj was recognized with the Golden Peacock Award for Energy Efficiency. We are now complementing our energy-efficiency initiatives by sourcing more than half of our energy requirements from renewable sources. This has been made possible through our collaboration with Mahindra Susten, which has developed this state-of-the-art solar project in Bathinda, Punjab. This project strengthens our energy self-reliance, contributes to the Mahindra Group’s ambition of becoming Planet Positive and advances our vision of ‘Together We Rise for a More Equal, More Sustainable World.”

Mahindra Susten Expands Renewable Energy Partnership

The solar project also marks an important development for Mahindra Susten. The company developed and commissioned the 42 MWp project to support Swaraj Tractors’ renewable energy transition.

Mahindra Susten on the Partnership

Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Avinash Rao, Managing Director and CEO, Mahindra Susten, said:

“We are proud to partner with Swaraj Tractors in advancing its renewable energy transition and sustainability agenda. The commissioning of this project also marks Mahindra Susten’s maiden foray into supplying power to creditworthy commercial”