Results for SJVN’s auction to develop 1,500 MW of inter-state transmission system (ISTS) connected wind-solar hybrid power projects have been announced. The tender was issued in September 2023. The projects will be set up anywhere in India. Juniper Green Energy has won 150 MW by quoting Rs 3.43 per kWh. While, Datta Power Infra has won 50 MW and Avaada Energy has won 530 MW by quoting 3.47 per kWh and Rs 3.49 per kWh, respectively. Other companies have won the following capacities: Green Infra Wind Energy (Sembcorp) – 440 MW, Energizent Power (O2 Power) – 270 MW, and Green Prairie Energy (EverGreen Power) – 60 MW, by quoting Rs 3.48 per kWh
The company will enter into a 25 year power purchase agreement with the developers. For projects connected to ISTS, the developers are required to supply at least 50 MW or above power capacity. Furthermore, SJVN has mandated the use of indigenously manufactured solar modules listed in list-I of the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers. Additionally, under the tender, only type-certified wind-turbine models issued by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, listed in Revised list of Models and Manufacturers will be allowed.
Recently, in February 2024, SJVN Green Energy Limited (SGEL) issued a tender to produce and supply solar modules of DC capacity of 1,960 MWp, for solar projects throughout India.
In the same month, SGEL issued a tender to construct 132 kV transmission lines, along with bays, for its 125 MW Jamui Phase-I solar project and 75 MW Banka solar project in Bihar.