Amplus Solar rebrands as Gentari
Author: PPD Team Date: May 6, 2025
Author: PPD Team Date: May 6, 2025
Amplus Solar has rebranded as Gentari, marking a major step in its clean energy journey in India. This change reflects a unified brand identity and the consolidation of Gentari’s renewable energy business in the country.
Gentari, a clean energy solutions company, acquired Amplus Solar in 2023. Amplus Solar had made significant contributions to Gentari’s commercial and industrial (C&I) portfolio.
The integration combines Amplus Solar’s expertise in the C&I segment with Gentari’s broader ambitions in utility-scale energy, enhancing its position across the clean energy value chain.
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