Eveready Eyes Wind Energy Expansion in Odisha: A Step Towards Renewable Future

In a significant move towards renewable energy, South African company Eveready is looking to establish wind turbines in Odisha. During a recent meeting led by Deputy Chief Minister KV Singh Deo, the potential for expanding wind energy generation was discussed, highlighting Odisha's strategic advantages. The state aims to meet ambitious renewable energy targets, including achieving 50% of its electric power capacity from non-fossil sources by 2030. This initiative aligns with India's commitment to sustainability and net-zero emissions by 2070. Senior officials from various departments participated in the discussions, emphasizing the importance of integrating wind and solar power.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 16, 2025, 09:21 IST

Renewable Energy Initiatives in Odisha

Bhubaneswar: The South African firm Eveready has expressed a keen interest in establishing wind turbines across various districts in Odisha. This proposal was presented during a significant meeting focused on renewable energy, which took place on Tuesday and was led by Deputy Chief Minister KV Singh Deo.

During the meeting, Singh Deo emphasized India's extensive experience in wind energy spanning over four decades and stressed the critical need to combine wind and solar energy to maintain grid stability.

He remarked, "With its extensive coastline and unutilized hilltops, Odisha is ideally situated to enhance its renewable energy initiatives."

As the Deputy CM and the head of the Energy portfolio, he noted that Odisha is diligently pursuing its renewable energy goals for both wind and solar sectors by leveraging its natural assets.

The discussions centered on the potential for production, the challenges faced, and practical strategies to boost wind energy generation in alignment with India's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).

Sources indicate that the objective is to derive 50% of the nation's installed electric power capacity from non-fossil fuel sources by 2030 and to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070.

The meeting saw participation from senior officials across various departments, including the Energy Department, GRIDCO, Agriculture, Irrigation, and Water Resources, with notable attendees like Principal Secretary Vishal Kumar Dev and GRIDCO MD Satyapriya Rath.