TP Solar Tirunelveli Plant employs 80% women workforce and is equipped with advanced TOPCon and Mono Perc technologies
TP Solar Limited (TP Solar) a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) has signed a contract with the Maharashtra State Power Generation Company Limited (MSPGCL) to supply 300 MWp of ALMM-certified solar modules for the Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana (MSKVY) 2.0 project.
Valued at approximately ₹ 455 crore, this milestone contract underscores TP Solar’s leadership as a trusted supplier of high-quality solar modules in India. The ALMM-certified modules will be delivered to multiple locations across Maharashtra in current year. The award forms part of MSPGCL’s larger 750 MWp tender, which was finalized following a competitive e-Reverse Auction (eRA) process.
TP Solar operates India’s largest single-location solar cell and module manufacturing plant in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu. With a capacity of 4.3 gigawatts (GW) each for cells and modules, the state-of-the-art facility has been designed with open spaces to accommodate future expansion. Tata Power, through its subsidiary TPREL, has invested nearly ₹ 4,300 crore to establish this plant, which marks a significant step towards indigenization in the solar value chain and achieving self-sufficiency in both solar cell and module manufacturing.
Equipped with advanced TOPCon and Mono PERC technologies, the plant produces ALMM-certified modules as also DCR modules using India made Cells in this plant. This initiative aligns with the company’s commitment to supporting India’s vision for a Net-Zero carbon future with local manufacturing capabilities while reinforcing its leadership in the solar rooftop and utility-scale segments.
This milestone collaboration underscores TP Solar’s dedication to driving innovation and excellence in renewable energy solutions. With a focus on advanced technology and sustainable practices, the company remains committed to contributing to India’s energy transformation, fostering progress, and building a greener future for all.
About Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited:
Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) is a subsidiary of The Tata Power Company Limited and is one of the country’s most significant renewable energy players. TPREL is a developer of renewable energy projects (including solar, wind, hybrid, round-the-clock (RTC), peak, floating solar, and storage systems including battery storage) that it owns, operates, and maintains. It also offers comprehensive green energy solutions for rural and urban areas like turnkey, EPC and O&M solutions for various business segments like utility-scale projects, solar rooftop, and solar pump systems. Alongside its extensive portfolio of renewable solutions, the company boasts a cutting-edge solar cell and module manufacturing plant in Bengaluru, with capacities of 530 MW for solar cells and 682 MW for modules. Additionally, the company’s 4.3 GW cells and module manufacturing plant, TP Solar has completed the construction of a 4 GW module manufacturing facility. Along with module, solar cell has commenced commercial production from the 2GW solar cell line. In addition, TPREL also provides electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions across various segments and other advisory solutions across the renewable sector. As on date, TPREL’s total renewable utility capacity is 10.9 GW (PPA capacity is 8.8 GW) including 5.5 GW projects under various stages of implementation and its operational capacity is 5.4 GW, which includes 4.4 GW solar and 1 GW wind. Presently, the company’s solar EPC portfolio is more than 15 GWp of ground-mount utility-scale, over 2.5 GW of rooftop and distributed ground-mounted systems. TPREL aims to provide energy access to millions of people across the country via its integrated green energy solutions. Know more: www.tatapowersolar.com
About Tata Power:
Tata Power is a leading integrated power company and a part of Tata Group, India’s largest multi-national business conglomerate. The company has a diversified portfolio of 15.5 GW, spanning across the entire power value chain – from renewable and conventional energy generation to transmission & distribution, trading, storage solutions and solar cells and module manufacturing. As a pioneer of clean energy transition in India, Tata Power has 6.7 GW of clean energy generation, which constitutes 43% of its total capacity. The company has also committed to achieve carbon neutrality before 2045.Tata Power has established India’s most comprehensive clean energy platform, with offerings such as rooftop solar, microgrids, storage solutions, EV charging infrastructure, home automation et al. The company has also attracted global investors to support its growth and vision. Tata Power has successfully partnered with public and private entities in generation, transmission & distribution sectors in India, serving approx.13 million customers across the country. To know more about Tata Power, visit www.tatapower.com.
