Location: Maharashtra, India
Developer: Juniper Green Energy Pvt. Ltd. and its subsidiary, Nisagra Renewable Energy Pvt. Ltd.
Installed Capacity: 100 MW
- 30 MW by Juniper Green Energy Pvt. Ltd.
- 70 MW by Nisagra Renewable Energy Pvt. Ltd.
Annual Energy Output: 240 GWh of clean electricity
Environmental Impact: Equivalent to powering approximately 56,000 households annually
Electricity Distribution: Directly supplied to a dedicated agricultural feeder grid
Project Impact and Benefits
The agriculture sector accounts for roughly 20% of India’s total electricity consumption. Reliable power is essential for groundwater access and agricultural sustainability, especially for impoverished rural communities. This project addresses long-standing challenges in India’s agricultural and energy systems through:
🔌 Improved Rural Grid Infrastructure
As developer revenue depends on grid availability, the project incentivizes local DISCOMs (distribution companies) to improve infrastructure maintenance, directly enhancing equipment lifespan and power quality for farmers.
🌞 Daytime Power Supply for Agriculture
Agricultural power is typically supplied at night. Consistent daytime supply improves farmers’ quality of life and reduces nighttime labor strain.
💸 Direct Financial Benefits for Farmers
Around 70% of the project land is leased for 30 years, providing stable long-term income for local farmers.
👷 Local Job Creation
Employment opportunities are spread across multiple regions within the state.
💧 Sustainable Groundwater Management
Free or subsidized electricity often leads to over-extraction of groundwater. This project aims to balance energy access with groundwater conservation, especially critical in Maharashtra, which reports India’s highest farmer suicide rates due to crop failure and drought.
⚖️ Reduction in Cross-Subsidy Burden
Industrial and commercial users often pay inflated tariffs to subsidize agriculture. This project helps reduce tariff cross-subsidies, improving overall economic efficiency.
Social Initiatives & CSR Activities
The company’s CSR team actively collaborates with local stakeholders to identify needs and deliver the most relevant support. Key initiatives include:
🎓 Educational Support for Children with Special Needs
Special Needs School – Parola, Jalgaon District
- Donations: Computers, projector, printer, LED TV, refrigerator, bread maker
- Beneficiaries: 64 children
- Focus: Digital learning and nutritious food support
Residential Special Needs School – Kusamba, Malegaon District
- Donations: Desktop PC, projector, whiteboard, sports equipment, globe
- Beneficiaries: 55 children
- Focus: Accelerating digital education transformation
🤖 Waterless Robotic Solar Panel Cleaning
Manual solar panel cleaning consumes large amounts of water, which is unsustainable in arid regions.
Solution: Robotic dry-cleaning technology
- Increases energy efficiency
- Reduces operational and maintenance costs
- Enhances water conservation in local communities
Price: Start from $17/tCO2e
