Backed by 200MWh storage, Hindustan Power’s new solar project under SJVN aims to strengthen grid support during high-demand periods.
Hindustan Power has secured a contract from state-owned Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Limited (SJVN) to develop a 100 megawatt (MW) solar power project integrated with a 200 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery energy storage system (BESS), the company confirmed in a statement.
This project is part of a broader initiative to establish 1,200MW of Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS)-connected solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity, along with 600MW/2,400MWh of energy storage systems across India.
Under this programme, the contract was finalised through a tariff-based competitive bidding process and an e-reverse auction carried out by SJVN.
To enhance system reliability, the project incorporates battery storage capable of delivering 600MW of electricity for four consecutive hours due to its 600MW/2,400MWh configuration.
This storage component is intended to help balance electricity supply during periods of peak demand. Specifically, it is expected to support grid stability during evening hours or periods of low solar generation.
Since the project will be connected to the ISTS network, the generated electricity can be transmitted across multiple states rather than being restricted to a local grid.
However, the company has not disclosed details regarding the project’s location, cost, or commissioning timeline. Utility-scale projects of this nature typically involve phased implementation over several quarters.
Commenting on the development, Ratul Puri, Chairman of Hindustan Power, stated that integrating solar power with energy storage enables better management of peak demand and helps maintain power supply during periods of low solar availability.
In line with this approach, Hindustan Power is expanding its renewable portfolio to include more storage-backed projects, aligning with national efforts to integrate variable renewable energy into the grid and enhance overall system resilience.
