Juniper Green Energy Commissions India's Largest Wind Turbine by Rotor Diameter

Gujarat Project Sets New Benchmark

Juniper Green Energy has commissioned India's largest wind turbine by rotor diameter at its 42 MW project in Gujarat. The 3.3 MW turbine features a 153-meter rotor, surpassing previous records for onshore installations in the country.

The single turbine can generate enough electricity for approximately 2,600 households per year. It forms part of Juniper's larger pipeline of 500 MW wind-solar hybrid projects across India.

Technical Specifications

• Rotor diameter: 153 meters (equivalent to 1.5 football fields)
• Capacity: 3.3 MW per turbine
• Annual output: ~10,000 MWh at 32% PLF
• Tower height: 120 meters

Larger rotors capture more wind energy at lower speeds, making them suitable for India's moderate wind zones. The project uses turbines supplied by Envision Energy.

Industry Context

India added 2.3 GW of wind capacity in FY 2023-24, with Gujarat and Tamil Nadu leading installations. The government aims for 140 GW of wind power by 2030 as part of its 500 GW renewable target.

Juniper Green Energy currently operates 1.2 GW of renewable assets across 12 Indian states. The company plans to invest ₹3,500 crore ($420 million) in new projects over the next two years.