Tata Motors signs PPA to secure 131 MW green energy for 6 plants in Maharashtra, Gujarat
This is part of Tata Motors' sustainability roadmap which is aligned with its broader ambition to achieve net-zero emissions and lead the shift towards environmentally responsible manufacturing.
Vishal Badshah, Vice President – Operations, Commercial Vehicles, Tata Motors, said, 'This project reinforces our commitment to integrate renewable energy into our operations and reducing our carbon footprint while meeting our RE-100 goals. It also reflects our broader purpose of delivering mobility solutions that are sustainable at every stage—from production to performance.'
Pramod Choudhary, Vice President – Operations, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, said , 'With this PPA our plants in Maharashtra and Gujarat will take a significant leap in our journey towards Green Manufacturing, complementing India's green transition. It's a defining step towards making our Passenger Vehicle Operations greener, smarter, and more resilient on sustainable basis.'
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