CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions Ltd. has announced a significant investment of nearly ₹50,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh, following the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board. This substantial commitment aims to establish an integrated clean energy complex within the state, designed to meet the growing demands for sustainable power.
A Comprehensive Renewable Energy Initiative
The ambitious project outlines the development of 3 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity, primarily through wind and solar installations, complemented by 1 GW of pumped hydro storage capacity. This integrated model is slated for completion over the next five years and is strategically designed to provide a reliable, round-the-clock power supply.
A key component of this initiative is its role in supporting a 2 GW green compute factory, currently under development in collaboration with AI cloud provider Neysa. The clean energy complex will supply power to this facility, located in the Kurnool district, with CleanMax responsible for developing the entire generation, storage, and distribution infrastructure. Neysa will anchor the compute factory with 1 GW of IT load.
Phased Development and Innovative Solutions
According to the company's announcement, the projects will be rolled out in phases, with at least 1.5 GW of renewable energy capacity targeted for commissioning by 2029. The integrated approach combines wind and solar generation with advanced battery energy storage systems (BESS) and pumped storage to ensure a stable and consistent electricity supply, crucial for the compute facility's continuous operations.
CleanMax also plans to establish its own power distribution network for the compute park. A special purpose vehicle (SPV), wholly owned and operated by CleanMax, will seek a distribution license from the Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) to manage electricity supply within the facility.
The compute factory, developed in partnership with Neysa, will utilize direct-to-chip cooling technology to minimize water consumption. Water requirements for the facility will be met through industrial allocations provided by the local administration, underscoring a commitment to resource efficiency.
Leadership Perspective on CleanMax's Andhra Pradesh Energy Project
Kuldeep Jain, Founder and Managing Director of CleanMax, emphasized the critical need for clean and consistent energy for modern computing infrastructure. He stated, “Compute is becoming one of the largest new sources of power demand, and it needs clean energy that is available every hour of the day.” Jain highlighted Andhra Pradesh's favorable clean energy policy framework and abundant wind and solar resources as key factors supporting this significant investment.