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ReNew Power announces the commissioning of 250 MW solar project in Rajasthan

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ReNew Power has successfully commissioned 250 MW of its 300 MW solar generation project in Rajasthan, India. The project, which is part of the Interstate Transmission System (ISTS) and secured through SECI's auction, will provide clean electricity at a rate of INR 2.55/kWh. ReNew expects the remaining 50 MW to be operational soon. This initiative is projected to create around 600 direct jobs and aligns with India's goal of achieving 450 GW of renewable capacity by 2030. This marks the first project initiated after ReNew's listing on NASDAQ under the ticker RNW.

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  • Commissioned 250 MW solar project contributing to India's renewable energy goals.
  • Project will create around 600 direct jobs.
  • Project achieved within budget and timeline despite COVID challenges.
  • Aligns with India's target of 450 GW renewable capacity by 2030.
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GURGAON, India, Sept. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ReNew Power ("ReNew", or "the Company"), India's leading renewable energy company today announced the commissioning of 250 MW capacity of its Interstate Transmission System (ISTS) solar generation project, SECI-3. The project has a total generation capacity of 300 MW which was won by ReNew Power in tranche 3 of the competitive auction conducted by the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI). ReNew expects the remaining 50 MW capacity to be commissioned by the end of this month.

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This solar project is in the Jaisalmer district of Rajasthan and has a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with SECI and will provide clean electricity to the state of Bihar at a rate of INR 2.55/kWh (~US$ 0.035). The project is also expected to provide direct employment to around 600 people.

In this project, ReNew will install monocrystalline modules with fixed tilt and string inverters which enhance the project efficiency. ReNew will also be using robotic module cleaning at this site to help conserve water in the desert state of Rajasthan.

Speaking about the commissioning, Founder, Chairman and CEO of ReNew Power, Mr. Sumant Sinha said, "With this commissioning, ReNew Power continues to contribute significantly to India's growing renewable energy capacity in line with the country's ambitious targets of achieving a capacity of 450 GW by 2030. This is the first project to be commissioned after ReNew started trading on NASDAQ (RNW) and is another step towards ReNew achieving close to 18 GW of installed renewable energy capacity by 2025. I am delighted that our teams were able to commission this project within the budget as well as within the stipulated time despite COVID related challenges."

About ReNew Power:

ReNew is India's leading renewable energy Independent Power Producer (IPP) and is the 10th largest global renewable IPP by operational capacity. ReNew develops, builds, owns, and operates utility-scale wind and solar energy projects and distributed solar energy projects. The parent holding company, ReNew Energy Global, listed on NASDAQ in August 2021 and trades under the ticker "RNW".  As of August 31, 2021, ReNew Power has a total capacity of 10.2 GW out of which 5.8 GW is operational across wind, solar and hydro energy projects in India and the rest is under construction or in the pipeline. For more information, please visit: www.renewpower.in; Follow ReNew Power on Twitter @ReNew_Power

Forward Looking Statements

This announcement contains certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including statements regarding the services offered by ReNew Global, the markets in which ReNew Global operates and ReNew Global's future potential financial and operational results. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words "believe," "project," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "intend," "strategy," "future," "opportunity," "plan," "may," "should," "will," "would," "will be," "will continue," "will likely result," and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this announcement, including but not limited to, the ability to implement business plans, forecasts, and other expectations, the ability to identify and realize additional opportunities, and potential changes and developments in the highly competitive renewable energy and related industries. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties described in ReNew Global's annual report on Form 20-F filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on August 27, 2021 and other documents filed by ReNew Global from time to time with the SEC. These filings identify and address other important risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements and ReNew Global assumes no obligation and does not intend to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. ReNew Global gives no assurance that it will achieve its expectations.

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FAQ

What is the significance of ReNew Power's 250 MW solar project announced on September 9, 2021?

The project is part of a 300 MW solar generation capacity aimed at boosting renewable energy in India, reinforcing ReNew's commitment to sustainable energy.

How does ReNew Power's solar project impact employment?

The project is expected to provide direct employment to approximately 600 people.

What rate will the electricity generated from ReNew Power's project be sold at?

Electricity will be sold at a rate of INR 2.55/kWh (~US$ 0.035).

When is the remaining capacity of ReNew Power's solar project expected to be commissioned?

The remaining 50 MW of capacity is expected to be commissioned by the end of September 2021.

What are ReNew Power's future renewable energy capacity goals?

ReNew Power aims to achieve nearly 18 GW of installed renewable energy capacity by 2025.

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