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Avaada Energy Achieves 560 MW (DC) for Solar Power Supply to MSEDCL
Avaada Energy, an arm of Avaada Group has won the 560 MW (DC) Solar Project bid in e-Reverse auction conducted by MSEDCL.
April 13, 2023. By News Bureau

Avaada Energy, an arm of Avaada Group has won the 560 MW (DC) Solar Project bid in e-Reverse auction conducted by Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd.
The project was awarded through competitive bidding, followed by an e-Reverse auction in which Avaada emerged as the winner with a quoted tariff of Rs. 2.88 / kWh (~$0.035).
As per bid terms, PPA will be signed between two entities for 25 years, and the project will be commissioned within 18 months. The plant is expected to generate about 951 million units annually which will help reduce 8,85,563 tons of CO2 equivalent emissions annually.
The solar project can potentially power ~7 lakh households with green energy.
Speaking on this development, Vineet Mittal, Chairman of Avaada Group, said “Maharashtra is Avaada’s Karmabhumi and we have a long association with the state. The state has always been at forefront of Avaada's journey in the power sector. Undoubtedly, it is growing abreast in the green energy sector, and I am certain that its ambitious targets and commitments to a green future will unlock massive opportunities for industry leaders. We view this as a significant achievement in our drive to transform the world that is eco-friendly and sustainable."
The project was awarded through competitive bidding, followed by an e-Reverse auction in which Avaada emerged as the winner with a quoted tariff of Rs. 2.88 / kWh (~$0.035).
As per bid terms, PPA will be signed between two entities for 25 years, and the project will be commissioned within 18 months. The plant is expected to generate about 951 million units annually which will help reduce 8,85,563 tons of CO2 equivalent emissions annually.
The solar project can potentially power ~7 lakh households with green energy.
Speaking on this development, Vineet Mittal, Chairman of Avaada Group, said “Maharashtra is Avaada’s Karmabhumi and we have a long association with the state. The state has always been at forefront of Avaada's journey in the power sector. Undoubtedly, it is growing abreast in the green energy sector, and I am certain that its ambitious targets and commitments to a green future will unlock massive opportunities for industry leaders. We view this as a significant achievement in our drive to transform the world that is eco-friendly and sustainable."
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