Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL) has awarded a contract to Hitachi Energy and Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) to deliver grid equipment for a major 6GW high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission project in India.
The consortium, comprising Hitachi Energy and BHEL, will design and supply the HVDC terminals for the 950 km transmission link. This link will transmit renewable energy from the Bhadla solar park in Rajasthan to the industrial hub in Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh, in alignment with India’s renewable energy and transmission targets.
The project includes the provision of key infrastructure such as converter transformers, AC/DC control systems, thyristor valves, and 765 kV/400 kV grid connections. It is part of India’s broader 500GW renewable energy evacuation and interstate transmission plan.
The HVDC link will feature an 800 kV, 6GW bi-pole, and bi-directional terminals, facilitating the transfer of renewable power from the Bhadla region.
Kandarp Patel, CEO of AESL, emphasized the significance of the project for India’s decarbonization efforts, stating, “By enabling efficient evacuation of renewable energy and connecting it to the national grid, AESL is playing its role in India’s decarbonization journey. We will be deploying the latest technology and practices to deliver the project on time and with minimal environmental impact.”
Niklas Persson, Managing Director of Business Unit Grid Integration at Hitachi Energy, highlighted the crucial role of HVDC technology in integrating renewable energy, saying, “A strong HVDC system is essential for the bi-directional power flow control and grid stability that support the rapid pace of renewable energy integration in India.”
The project supports India’s long-term energy goals and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) for sustainable power development.
