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The company's aggressive expansion plan for the current fiscal year follows a strong performance in the previous year, where it successfully added 1400 MW of new capacity.
Corporate Demand Driving Growth
Managing Director Kuldeep Jain emphasized that the company's entire business model caters to the corporate segment. This focus is yielding significant results as businesses increasingly seek sustainable energy solutions. "The greener power is cheaper," Jain stated, explaining that corporates are realizing substantial cost savings exceeding 30% while simultaneously reducing their carbon footprint and enhancing their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) scores. This dual benefit of cost reduction and improved sustainability is creating a powerful demand driver.
Strategic Joint Ventures
Clean Max is bolstering its growth through strategic partnerships. A notable joint venture with Apple will see the tech giant invest over ₹100 crore for a 49% stake in a subsidiary focused on solar and wind power projects. This equity-efficient model helps Clean Max manage capital-intensive growth effectively. The company also has existing joint ventures with Toyota Tsusho India and Osaka Gas Co., bringing in valuable customer and lender relationships alongside financial investment.
Expanding Portfolio
The company, a leading renewable energy provider for India's Commercial & Industrial (C&I) sector, reported a contracted RE Power Sales portfolio of approximately 5.7 GW by March 31, 2026. Operational capacity saw nearly 80% year-on-year growth, reaching about 3.1 GW by the end of FY26, up from 1.7 GW a year prior. Contracted but yet-to-be-executed capacity stands at around 2.6 GW as of the same date.