Shree Cement Scales Up Green Ambitions with New 6 MW Solar Facility in Roorkee, Uttarakhand
Shree Cement Ltd., one of India’s leading cement producers, has commissioned a 6.0 MWp solar power plant at its Roorkee unit in Uttarakhand.
Shree Cement Ltd., one of India’s leading cement producers, has commissioned a 6.0 MWp solar power plant at its Roorkee unit in Uttarakhand. Strategically located next to its existing cement operations, the plant marks a significant step forward in the company’s journey towards its RE100 targets and decarbonization goals.
With this latest addition, solar capacity at the Roorkee facility has grown sevenfold from 1.0 MWp to 7.0 MWp. Shree Cement’s total solar footprint now stands at an impressive 293.5 MWp, reinforcing its leadership in sustainable manufacturing within India’s cement sector.
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Neeraj Akhoury, Managing Director, Shree Cement said, “Sustainability is embedded in everything we do. The commissioning of the Roorkee solar plant is a testament to our commitment to reducing carbon emissions and building long-term energy resilience. Projects like this not only benefit the environment but also create local jobs and contribute to inclusive economic growth.”
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This milestone represents a significant advance in Shree Cement’s pursuit of energy self-sufficiency and its unwavering commitment to building a sustainable, greener future.
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