Axis Energy bags EPC contract for 552 MWp solar project in Anantapur; commissioning in 18 months

Axis Energy has secured the EPC contract for a 552 MWp utility-scale solar power project being developed by Evren, a joint venture between Brookfield and Axis Energy, in Anantapur district.

According to an official release, the project is targeted for commissioning in the next 18 months and marks a significant expansion of Axis Energy’s clean energy projects. The solar project is part of a 400 MW wind-solar hybrid renewable energy project, integrated with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and connected to the State grid.

Designed to support the State’s peak power demand, the project will provide renewable power during peak periods, enhancing grid reliability and supporting the clean energy goals. Axis Energy is also executing the EPC works for the project’s 640.5 MW wind component, which is under construction.

Commenting on the announcement, Axis Energy CEO Murali Surapaneni said the project strengthened the company’s long-standing partnership with Evren and was backed by long-term Power Purchase Agreements with the AP Southern Power Distribution Company Limited.

The integrated wind, solar and storage configuration enables more reliable utilisation of renewable power while helping manage intermittency and meet peak-demand requirements.