AMPIN Energy Transition achieves financing for RE project in Rajasthan
Author: PPD Team Date: October 18, 2024
Author: PPD Team Date: October 18, 2024
AMPIN Energy Transition has achieved financial closure for its 200 MW solar-wind hybrid project in Rajasthan, securing green financing of Rs 7.42 billion from Standard Chartered. The total investment in the project is valued at Rs 9.44 billion.
Upon completion, the plant is expected to generate approximately 435 million units of renewable energy annually, supplying power to around 74,486 households. Standard Chartered, committed to expanding its sustainable finance efforts, aims to mobilize USD 300 billion in sustainable finance by 2030.
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