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Hyderabad, 27th November 2024: Guru Nanak Institutions (GNI) marked a momentous milestone on its Founder’s Day by laying the foundation for a cutting-edge 400 kWp solar power plant in collaboration with M/s Solaris Energy Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (SESPL); at the Guru Nanak Institutions campus, today. This significant initiative commemorates the 74th birth anniversary of Late Sardar Tavleen Kohli, the visionary former Chairman of GNI. Scheduled for commissioning in January 2025, this flagship solar project will generate an impressive 55,400 units of clean energy annually, offsetting 600 tonnes of carbon emissions each year.
Dr G. Satheesh Reddy, President of the Aeronautical Society of India, Former Chairman of DRDO, and Adviser to the Raksha Mantri; led the ceremonial foundation laying, joined by distinguished guests Dr G. Raja Singh Thangadurai, Programme Director, PJ-10 BrahMos-DRDL-DRDO; Dr Ashok Kumar Pandey, Head Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering, IIT-Hyderabad; Shri K. Srinivasa Raju, CEO, Unistring Tech Solutions Pvt Ltd; Shri G. Srinivasa Rao, Deputy Director, Earth Climate Science Area, RSC-ISRO, Hyd; Shri M A Fyzee, Group Director, Training Education & Outreach Group, NRSC-ISRO, Hyd; Dr R. Srinivas, Head Student & Public Outreach Division, NRSC-ISRO, HYD; Shri Naresh Founder & CEO, Indian; Shri Saini, Managing Director, GNI Vice-Chancellor, GNU; Shri G.S Kohli, Vice chairman, GNI Chancellor, GNU; and Mr. Rajeev Verma, Managing Director, Solaris Energy Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
The 400 kWp solar power plant, is getting established in collaboration with Solaris Energy Solutions Pvt. Ltd., is a shining example of Guru Nanak Institutions’ unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. This ambitious project not only reflects GNI’s forward-thinking vision but also sets a benchmark in adopting clean, renewable energy solutions, says Shri Gagan Kohli, Vice Chairman, Guru Nanak Institutions.
Under the OpEx (Operational Expenditure) model, GNI will lend its roof on rent to Solaris Energy Solutions Pvt. Ltd. SESPL will shoulder the entire investment for the solar power project. In return, SESPL will supply power to the Guru Nanak Institutions, at an agreed rate per unit for a duration of 15 years.
A unique feature of this agreement is the seamless transfer of the solar plant ownership to GNI at the end of the 15-year term. Throughout this period, SESPL will also manage the complete maintenance of the plant, ensuring optimal performance and hassle-free operations for GNI. This sustainable partnership underscores a commitment to energy efficiency and long-term value creation.
Sustainability is the soul of ‘Viksit Bharat,’ where prosperity and nature thrive together. Embracing renewable energy, we reduce carbon footprints, create jobs, and empower communities. The commitment of Solaris Energy Solutions Pvt. Ltd., extends to waste management, circular economy, and biodiversity conservation, embodying the vision of a green, prosperous India with clean air and a healthy environment for all,” says Mr Rajeev Verma, Managing Director, Solaris Energy Solutions Pvt. Ltd.; rajeev@solarisenergysolutions.com, +91 98480 45717.
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