MNRE Updates ALMM Wind List with Turbine Models Up To 5.3 MW

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has published an updated Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) for wind turbines, dated October 29, 2026, covering 30 models with rated capacities ranging from 225 kW to 5.3 MW. The list includes wind turbine models from Indian and international manufacturers, along with their technical specifications, rotor diameters, hub heights, tower configurations, type certificate validity and manufacturing-system certification details.

Among the highest-capacity models is the GWH182-5.3 turbine from Venwind Refex Power Ltd., rated at 5.3 MW, with a rotor diameter of 183.5 metres and hub heights of 110 metres and 130 metres. The model uses a conical steel tower and has been developed in collaboration with Germany-based Vensys Energy AG. Its type certificate is valid until December 21, 2028, subject to the validity of component certificates for gearbox types WE7000G and WE7000G-01, which expire on February 27, 2028.

Adani New Industries Ltd., formerly known as Mundra Windtech Ltd., is included with its MWL-160-5.2MW turbine, developed in collaboration with Germany's W2E Wind to Energy GmbH. The model has a rotor diameter of 160 metres and is listed with two tower configurations: a 120-metre tubular tower and a 140-metre hybrid tower. The type certificate for the 120-metre tower configuration is valid until October 15, 2026, while the 140-metre hybrid tower configuration carries validity until April 3, 2029.

Envision Energy India Pvt. Ltd. has two models in the list. Its EN-156/3.3 turbine has a rated capacity of 3.3 MW, a 156-metre rotor diameter and hub heights ranging from 120 metres to 143 metres. It features multiple tubular steel tower configurations, with its type certificate valid until May 7, 2029. However, the certificate validity is restricted by the expiry of its component certificate on May 25, 2027. The ministry has also specified a maximum installation-site altitude of 2,000 metres above sea level for this model. Envision's EN-182-5.0 model has a rated capacity of 5 MW, a rotor diameter of 181 metres and hub heights of 130 metres and 140 metres. Its type certificate is valid until January 22, 2030. The 5,250 kW power-boost mode, however, is not considered under ALMM (Wind), and the certificate validity is subject to the expiry of the relevant component certificate.

The list includes two models from China's Windey Energy Technology Group. These are the WD147-3000, rated at 3 MW, with a 145.9-metre rotor diameter and 100-metre hub height, and the WD164-3300, rated at 3.3 MW, with a 163.95-metre rotor diameter and 139.73-metre hub height. Both models use tubular steel tower configurations.

GE Renewable R&D India Pvt. Ltd. has listed the GE 3.8-154 model, rated at 3.8 MW, with a 154-metre rotor diameter and 135.5-metre hub height. The turbine uses a tubular steel tower and is associated with GE Vernova International LLC of the United States. The document records an outstanding issue against its type certificate.

Suzlon Energy Ltd. has three models in the list: the S120 DFIG 2.1 MW, S144 and S133. The S120 has a 120-metre rotor diameter, a rated capacity of 2.1 MW and hub heights of 81 metres, 90 metres, 105 metres, 120 metres and 140 metres. Its configurations include tubular steel, hybrid lattice and hybrid concrete towers. The 2,250 kW enhanced-performance mode is not considered for enlistment, while the maximum permitted installation altitude is 1,000 metres above sea level. The document also excludes Suzlon's Pondicherry hub and nacelle assembly facility from the listing. The S144 has a 144-metre rotor diameter and is listed in 3 MW, 3.15 MW and 3.3 MW configurations, with hub heights of 105 metres, 130 metres, 140 metres and 160 metres. The S133 has a 133-metre rotor diameter and is available in 2.6 MW, 2.8 MW and 3 MW configurations, with hub heights of 105 metres, 140 metres and 160 metres. The list excludes a specific S144 variant rated at 3.3 MW, with a 105-metre hub height and tubular steel tower, designed for site-specific wind conditions and having a 12-year design life.

Vestas Wind Technology India Pvt. Ltd. has listed its V155-3.6 MW turbine, with a 155-metre rotor diameter, a rated capacity of 3.6 MW and hub heights ranging from 102.5 metres to 137 metres. The model uses a conical steel tower and has a type certificate valid until December 1, 2027.

Inox Wind Ltd. has two models in the list. The DF/2000/113 has a 113-metre rotor diameter, a 92-metre hub height and a rated capacity of 2 MW. The DF/3000/145 has a 145-metre rotor diameter and a rated capacity of 3 MW, with a 3.3 MW power-boost configuration. It is listed with hub heights of 100 metres, 122.5 metres and 140 metres. The company has identified Austria-based AMSC Austria GmbH as its technology collaborator.

Senvion Wind Technology Pvt. Ltd. has four models in the list. These include the 2.3M120, rated at 2.3 MW, with a 120-metre rotor diameter and 120-metre hub height; the 2.3M130, rated at 2.7 MW, with a 130-metre rotor diameter and hub heights of 120 metres, 130 metres and 140 metres; the 3.1M130, rated at 3.1 MW, with a 130-metre rotor diameter and hub heights of 130 metres and 140 metres; and the 4.2M160, rated at 4.2 MW, with a 160-metre rotor diameter and 140-metre hub height. The type certificate for the 4.2M160 is valid until January 15, 2031, subject to the expiry of its gearbox component certificate on March 25, 2030. The 3.1M130 certificate is similarly restricted by its component certificate validity, which ends on November 24, 2027. For the 2.3M130 model, blade sets bearing serial numbers RB002 to RB031, manufactured by alternate supplier Ria Blades S.A., have been included in the type certificate only for continuity and reference purposes. Their inclusion does not constitute approval for current or future use under the certificate.

Siva Wind Turbine India Pvt. Ltd. has two models, the SIVA 250/50 and SIVA 225/40, rated at 250 kW and 225 kW, respectively. Both use four-legged lattice steel towers, with 30-metre rotor diameters and 50-metre hub heights.

Vayona Energy Pvt. Ltd. has listed the SG 3.4-145/3.6 model, with a 145-metre rotor diameter, hub heights of 127.5 metres, 133.5 metres and 146 metres, and rated capacities of 3.465 MW and 3.6 MW. The ministry notes that the power curve of the 3.465 MW configuration was used for type certification of the 3.6 MW configuration.

Pioneer Wincon Energy Systems Pvt. Ltd. has four 750 kW models. These include two configurations of the 750/49 turbine, with rotor diameters of 49 metres and 49.17 metres and hub heights ranging from 61.1 metres to 75.3 metres. Its other two models are the 750/57 variants, featuring a 57-metre rotor diameter and hub heights of 75 metres and 90 metres. The models use lattice steel tower configurations, including four-legged lattice structures with tower-top adapters.

Sany Wind Energy India Pvt. Ltd. has listed the SI-16840 model, rated at 4 MW, with a 166.8-metre rotor diameter and 139-metre hub height. It uses a tubular steel tower. WEG Industries (India) Pvt. Ltd. has the AGW 147/4.2 model, rated at 4.2 MW, with a 147-metre rotor diameter and 120-metre hub height. The model uses a tubular steel tower and is classified under IEC wind turbine Class IIIB.

Southern Wind Farms Ltd. has listed the GWL 225 model, rated at 225 kW, with a 29.8-metre rotor diameter and 48.7-metre hub height. It uses a folded, bolted tubular steel tower. Powerwind Ltd. has the PowerWind 56 model, rated at 900 kW, with a 56-metre rotor diameter and 71-metre hub height. Its tower consists of three tubular steel sections.

GE India Industrial Pvt. Ltd. has also listed the GE 2.7-132 model, rated at 2.73 MW, with a 132-metre rotor diameter and hub heights of 94 metres and 130 metres. The list specifies that units manufactured before March 5, 2026, must have valid ALMM (Wind) enlistment.

MNRE has clarified that the updated list has been prepared based on documents and information submitted by the respective wind turbine manufacturers. It has advised State Electricity Boards, transmission companies, state nodal agencies and project developers to verify the complete type approvals, certificate validity, ISO certifications, technical specifications and power curves before relying on the listed models. The ministry has also stated that inclusion in the ALMM (Wind) list does not constitute certification or a recommendation regarding the suitability or usability of any turbine.