Que: ENGIE has set a target to scale from 2.3 GW to 7 GW of renewable capacity in India by 2030. Which regions or segments are you focusing on for expansion?

Ans: ENGIE’s growth in India builds on a strong base—2.3 GW across 22 utility-scale wind and solar projects. Our path to 7 GW by 2030 is well-defined and is expected to come from Solar, Solar + Wind Hybrid, Stand Alone Batteries and Dispatchable Renewable Energy.

Further, we are expanding our reach from the current target states to include Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh. —regions where we see the right mix of solar and wind potential, grid readiness, and regulatory support. Our pipeline is geared towards utility-scale solar and hybrid solutions that can address the country’s growing need for firm, cost-effective renewable power. As the sector moves toward more integrated energy models, ENGIE is actively preparing for hybrid and storage-backed bids that support India’s push for round-the-clock renewable energy.

Que: Can you highlight some of the utility-scale or hybrid projects the company is currently developing or planning in India?

Ans: Our under construction GUVNL 2, 400 MW solar project in Gujarat— is the largest project till date. It’s a significant milestone in our journey and reflects our ability to deliver large-scale infrastructure efficiently.

Currently, we have over 1.25 GW of projects under construction, with awards from SECI, NTPC, NHPC, and GUVNL. These projects are designed for long-term performance, grid alignment, and scale—reinforcing our focus on projects that go beyond capacity addition to create long-term value for the energy ecosystem.

In addition, there are several Solar + Wind Hybrid projects being developed in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Tamilnadu.

Que: With rising demand for green power in the C&I segment, how is ENGIE optimising corporate PPAs and energy procurement to meet client needs?

Ans: We are expanding beyond traditional government PPAs and bringing our global experience in corporate energy contracting, which was over 4.3 GW of signed corporate PPAs last year itself—to the Indian C&I space. Our Supply & Energy Management (SEM) team is at the centre of this shift. The team is developing customised, risk-optimised offerings for large energy consumers—ranging from merchant and open access models to hybrid and RTC solutions, essentially enabling us delivery clean 24*7 solutions. In addition, we intend to leverage our global expertise to provide innovative CFD / VPPA solutions to our customers, as we now also hold a CERC electricity trading license, which gives us direct access to physical power exchanges. This enhances our ability to manage portfolios in real time and offer clients greater flexibility.

Que: How is ENGIE India using AI or digital platforms to enhance energy efficiency, forecasting, and trading capabilities?

Ans: Digital technology underpins everything we do. Our AI-based forecasting tools have dramatically cut response times—by up to 90 percent—which improves our decision-making speed in power trading and bid optimisation.

Across our assets, predictive maintenance, real-time monitoring, and remote diagnostics are helping boost availability and reduce downtime. Our digital control centers allow for seamless operations and immediate interventions when needed.

We’ve also adopted a cloud-based data infrastructure that supports end-to-end integration of AI across asset performance, trading, and demand planning. As we scale, we’re also investing in governance frameworks to ensure AI use is responsible, secure, and aligned with international norms. ENGIE’s Fleet Performance Diagnostics Centre (FPDC) in Pune, launched in February 2023, is transforming asset management through real-time monitoring, fault detection, and performance analytics.
Using SCADA systems, our expert team ensures optimal turbine efficiency, proactive maintenance, and reduced downtime—boosting energy output and asset reliability.

FPDC currently manages renewable assets across Malaysia, Australia, South Africa, Morocco, and Egypt of over 1 GW globally—driving ENGIE’s commitment to smart, sustainable operations.

Que: As India moves toward round-the-clock renewable power, what role does energy storage play in the company’s strategy?

Ans: Energy storage is central to India’s clean energy future—and a key part of our forward strategy. While we don’t yet operate BESS in India, we are actively considering participating in storage-linked tenders across multiple states.

Globally, we’ve delivered complex hybrid solutions that integrate storage, like the Oya project in South Africa, which offers round the clock green energy to the offtaker. These models are adaptable to the Indian market as policies evolve and storage economics improve.

We’re building the technical, commercial, and policy capabilities needed to deliver reliable, storage-backed renewable energy at scale—both for utilities and for C&I clients looking for flexible, firm supply.

Que: How are you managing global and local supply chain pressures while maintaining competitiveness and project timelines?

Ans: We have adopted a localised and resilient supply chain model—aligned with India’s ‘Make in India’ push and built on strong partnerships with OEMs and EPCs. This allows us to de-risk procurement, stabilise project costs, and ensure timely execution.

At the same time, we use advanced risk modelling and demand forecasting to stay ahead of market shifts—whether it’s price volatility, regulatory changes, or logistics delays. This approach has enabled us to maintain both pace and scale, even during global disruptions.

The result: faster execution, better cost control, reliable delivery and high quality assets built with highest HSE standards—hallmarks of how ENGIE builds clean energy projects in India.