Suzlon to construct 2,000MW wind projects in India

Suzlon Group has announced plans to construct 2,000MW of new wind energy projects in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh (MP) over the next five years.

The company will also establish supporting manufacturing facilities for the wind farms.

To be developed by Suzlon for SME sector and IPP producers, the proposed wind energy projects are expected to create sustainable economic growth for the region.

Speaking at the Global Investors Summit 2014, Suzlon Group chairman Tulsi Tanti said: "The MP Government has an impressive track record of delivering 11 per cent all round economic growth in 2013-14., with a very impressive growth of 25% in the agriculture sector which is the highest in the world.

"MP has not only emerged as one of the fastest growing states in the country but is a power surplus state as well, with close to 14000 MW installed capacity.

"We are confident, the MP governments thrust on enhancing its clean energy portfolio and industry growth will ensure sustainable growth across the state."

Wind power gear maker Suzlon aims to contribute towards developing greener sustainable economy in Madhya Pradesh.

Earlier in June this year, Suzlon received notice to proceed from CLP India for a 100.8MW wind power project at Tejuva in Rajasthan.

The project will feature 48 units of Suzlon’s robust S97-2.1MW wind turbines with Doubly Fed Induction Generator technology.