Suzlon Group has secured a new 105 MW wind power project order from Sunsure Energy, a prominent Independent Power Producer (IPP). The project, to be located in the Bijapur district of Karnataka, marks the first commercial deployment of Suzlon’s S175 wind turbine platform. This agreement underscores the continued transition toward higher-capacity technology in India’s renewable energy sector.
Technical Specifications: The S175 Platform
The Bijapur project will feature the installation of 21 units from Suzlon’s latest high-capacity turbine series. The equipment specifications are as follows:
- Model: S175 wind turbine
- Capacity: 5 MW per unit
- Quantity: 21 units
- Dimensions: 175-meter rotor diameter and a 160-meter hybrid lattice tower.
- Operational Intent: Specifically designed to access higher wind regimes and optimize energy yield in low-wind conditions.
Scope of Work and Partnership Progression
The contract covers the full project lifecycle, with Suzlon responsible for the supply, erection, and commissioning of the 21 turbines. Following the commissioning phase, Suzlon will provide comprehensive operation and maintenance services to ensure long-term asset performance.
The agreement represents a significant scaling of the partnership between Suzlon and Sunsure Energy. The relationship has evolved rapidly over the last 14 months, moving through three distinct turbine generations.
| Partnership Metric | Details |
| Order Velocity | 3 orders secured within a 14-month period |
| Cumulative Capacity | 400.8 MW |
| Platform Progression | 2.1 MW \rightarrow 3 MW \rightarrow 5 MW (S175) |
Strategic Executive Commentary
Leadership from both organizations emphasized the role of technological advancement in securing India’s energy future.
Girish Tanti, Vice Chairman, Suzlon Group: “The world has entered the age of electricity where energy security is accelerating the shift towards renewables driven by domestic energy availability. At the same time, India is witnessing strong peak power demand growth, increasing the strategic importance of wind energy in enabling reliable FDRE [Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy] solutions.”
Sunsure Energy’s strategic intent with this deployment focuses on portfolio optimization. By transitioning from 2.1 MW and 3 MW models to the 5 MW S175 platform, the company aims to maximize site yield and operational efficiency, advancing its position as a major IPP while contributing to India’s national renewable energy integration.
Corporate Profiles
Suzlon Group Suzlon Group is India’s No. 1 renewable energy provider, with a global installed capacity of 21.7 GW across 17 countries. The Group maintains a vertically integrated structure with in-house R&D centers in Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark, and India. For the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, the company reported a robust financial performance with revenue from operations totaling ₹16,679 Crores.
Sunsure Energy Sunsure Energy is a leading renewable energy developer and Independent Power Producer focused on large-scale industrial and commercial energy solutions. Through the development of this 105 MW project and its broader pipeline, the company is actively contributing to India’s national target of achieving 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030.
Regional Context: Bijapur Project Site
The project is situated in the Bijapur district of Karnataka, a region central to the state’s power infrastructure. According to data from the Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP), Bijapur is one of five districts—alongside Belgaum, Chitradurga, Davanagere, and Gadag—that collectively account for 76% of the total installed wind capacity in Karnataka. Historically a hub for conventional power, Bijapur also hosts 24.30% of the state’s total coal-based power capacity.
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