Renewable energy giant ReNew Energy Global Plc has unveiled substantial new investments totaling approximately ₹80,000 crore (around $9.6 billion USD) in Andhra Pradesh. The comprehensive package, announced on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the CII Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam, targets green data centers, advanced solar manufacturing, and industrial infrastructure.
The largest component of this investment is a proposed 1 gigawatt (GW) green hyperscale data center in Anakapalli, earmarked for ₹67,000 crore. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to be powered entirely by renewable energy, positioning Andhra Pradesh as a key hub for digital infrastructure and clean energy amidst India's expanding digital economy. The project aims to meet the escalating demand for large-scale computing resources, which require significant power and robust supporting infrastructure.
Expanding India's Green Manufacturing Capacity
Beyond digital infrastructure, ReNew will allocate ₹11,000 crore towards establishing polysilicon and metallurgical silicon manufacturing units. These facilities, located in Anakapalli and Nellore, are crucial for strengthening India’s domestic solar supply chain by boosting the production of essential materials for photovoltaic equipment. This initiative complements ReNew’s existing 6.5 GW ingot and wafer manufacturing facility in Anakapalli, which is slated for commissioning by March 2028.
Further diversifying its manufacturing footprint, ReNew plans a ₹1,500 crore investment in a permanent magnet manufacturing facility in Rambilli. Expected to be operational by March 2029, this plant will produce components vital for electric vehicles, wind turbines, and other technologies critical to the global energy transition.
Fostering Technical Excellence and Workforce Development
In addition to industrial projects, ReNew is collaborating with the Andhra Pradesh government to establish the ReNew Centre for Technical Excellence (R-CTE) in Visakhapatnam. This center will work under the Prime Minister's Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM SETU) Scheme, focusing on developing the Gajuwaka cluster of five Industrial Training Institutes. The goal is to enhance employability and provide industry-relevant training in renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, and related sectors, aligning with the state's broader efforts to attract large-scale investments and develop its workforce.