Towards Net Zero Goals: Tata Power To Fuel Noida Airport's Energy Needs With 25-Year Renewable Energy Pact

Tata Power announced on Thursday (7 November) that it has entered a 25-year partnership with Noida International Airport (NIA) to supply renewable energy, including solar and wind power, as part of a major investment in clean energy infrastructure.

With an investment of Rs 550 crore, Tata Power will provide NIA with a suite of sustainable energy solutions, supporting its goal of becoming a Net Zero airport.

Under the agreement, Tata Power will manage NIA’s renewable energy requirements through a comprehensive Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). Tata Power Trading Company Limited (TPTCL) will supply 10.8 MW of wind power to the airport, leveraging assets from Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd. (TPREL).

TPREL will also develop, operate, and maintain a 13 MW onsite solar power capacity to contribute to the airport’s overall energy needs. Together, TPREL’s wind and solar installations will supply the airport’s sustainable power needs, underscoring Tata Power’s dedication to building sustainable airport infrastructure.

“As India expands its aviation infrastructure, we are committed to leading the way with innovative clean energy solutions. This collaboration supports the development of Net Zero airports, catering to millions of Indians and accelerating the country's path towards a greener future,” said Praveer Sinha, CEO and MD of Tata Power.

Further bolstering the airport's operational resilience, Tata Power has undertaken the development of critical dry utilities, including essential electrical infrastructure, and will provide operation and maintenance (O&M) services for this infrastructure over a 25-year period to meet the airport's smart energy requirements. The agreement for the same has already been signed between Tata Power and NIA.

According Hindustan Times report, the partnership reflects the company’s ambition to provide large-scale sustainable energy solutions and demonstrates how renewable energy can be incorporated into India’s rapidly expanding airport network.

With projections for over 200 new airports in India over the next two decades, this collaboration aims to set a benchmark for green infrastructure in the aviation sector.

Noida International Airport’s initial phase is expected to handle 12 million passengers annually with a single runway and terminal. Upon completion of all four phases, the airport will be capable of serving 70 million passengers each year.