Andhra Pradesh is poised to transform India’s renewable energy landscape with the establishment of the country’s largest single-site clean energy complex in Anantapur. State Minister Nara Lokesh announced that this massive project is a pivotal milestone in making Andhra Pradesh the most investor-friendly destination for green energy in the country.
With a planned capacity of 1,800 MW solar, 1 GW wind, and 2,000 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), the project represents a total investment of ₹22,000 crore. It marks a new chapter under the Integrated Clean Energy (ICE) Policy, launched in October 2024, which offers fast-track clearances and structured incentives for clean energy investors.
ReNew Re-enters Andhra Pradesh with a Mega Bet
Clean energy major ReNew is spearheading this green transition by re-entering Andhra Pradesh after a hiatus caused by Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) disputes under the previous administration. Once the state’s largest renewable energy player with 777 MW installed, ReNew suspended development post-2019. Its return signals restored investor confidence under the new leadership.
ReNew’s renewed commitment was catalyzed by discussions between Minister Lokesh and ReNew Chairman & CEO Sumant Sinha at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Phase 1 to Begin at Bethapalle Village with ₹7,000 Crore Investment
The project’s first phase will take shape in Bethapalle village in Guntakal constituency, entailing the development of 587 MW solar, 250 MW wind, and 415 MWh BESS, with an investment of ₹7,000 crore. The complex aims to strengthen grid reliability while also supporting energy storage innovation.
“This project is a testament to Andhra Pradesh’s resurgence as a national leader in clean energy. We’re building not just power capacity but also trust, credibility, and global investor confidence,” said Lokesh, who holds the Information Technology, Real-Time Governance, and Human Resource portfolios.
State’s Green Goals: 72 GW by 2029
This landmark project supports Andhra Pradesh’s broader ambition of reaching 72 GW renewable energy capacity by 2029, a target announced during the RE Invest 2024 summit.
In just the past eight months, the state has attracted substantial clean energy investments. These include Tata Power (7,000 MW, ₹49,000 crore), NTPC for Green Hydrogen (₹1.86 lakh crore), Serentica by Vedanta (10,000 MW, ₹50,000 crore), Brookfield (8,000 MW, ₹50,000 crore), and SAEL Industries (1,200 MW, ₹6,000 crore).
Sustainable Development with Economic Growth
Minister Lokesh stressed that the Anantapur energy complex would not just produce green energy but also be a reflection of the government’s determination to achieve sustainable growth, innovation-driven governance, and economic resurgence.
