After a long six-year break, Tata Power is bringing wind energy back to Andhra Pradesh with a massive 700 MW project in Anantapur district. This will be the state’s biggest wind energy step since 2019.
The project, costing around ₹6,000 crore, is part of a bigger plan where Tata Power aims to set up 7,000 MW of renewable energy in the state. Once running, it will supply nearly 1,840 million units of electricity every year to the central power grid, helping meet the country’s clean energy goals.
A big plus for the local economy is that the wind turbines will be made in Andhra Pradesh itself. Suzlon Energy will supply them from its upgraded factory, which restarted operations in 2024. This means more local jobs and a stronger supply chain within the state.
Andhra Pradesh’s renewable energy journey hasn’t been smooth. In the past, sudden policy changes halted about 5.2 GW worth of solar and wind projects. This led many companies, including ACME Solar, ReNew Power, Greenko, Azure Power, and others, to exit the state.
But things are changing. In October 2024, the state announced its Integrated Clean Energy Policy, with final rules out by March 2025. The policy aims to attract ₹10 lakh crore in investment, add 160 GW of renewable capacity, and create about 7.5 lakh jobs in the coming years.
With this new project, Tata Power is sending a strong signal that Andhra Pradesh is ready for a fresh start in green energy. If things go as planned, the state could soon be a major hub for wind and solar power in India.