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Bikaner seduces Microsoft in India

In Bikaner, India, ReNew Power, following the signing of an agreement, will power the Microsoft technology company.

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In Bikaner, India, ReNew Power, following the signing of an agreement, will power the Microsoft technology company.

A technological partnership

In Bikaner, Rajasthan, ReNew Power will produce 150MW of clean energy at its recently commissioned solar site. India’s largest renewable energy company will provide Microsoft with electricity. Sumant Sinha, President and CEO of ReNew Power, states:

“ReNew Power is thrilled and proud to partner with Microsoft, known for its environmental sensitivity, sustainable business practices and global leadership in business climate.”

This project will contribute to the realization of Microsoft’s ambitions. Indeed, the technology giant aims to move to a 100% renewable energy supply by 2025. For its part, ReNew Power is committed to becoming a catalyst for the global energy transition.

A recognized experience

Dr. Rohini Srivathsa, national technology manager at Microsoft India, says:

“We are pleased to partner with ReNew Power to achieve our sustainability goals and to help our customers and partners in this area.”

The Indian company will continue to offer innovative solutions to businesses to support their climate goals. ReNew Power is one of the largest independent renewable energy power producers in India and in the world.

ReNew Power develops, builds, owns and operates wind, solar and hydroelectric projects. The company supplies electricity to utilities and businesses. In addition, ReNew Power has a total gross portfolio of approximately 13.4GW of renewable energy projects in India.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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