Adani Wind’s 5.2MW wind turbine receives key certification

Adani Wind, the wind energy solutions division of Adani New Industries Limited (ANIL), has achieved a significant milestone with its 5.2 MW Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) receiving type certification from WindGuard GmbH. This certification, obtained under the IEC System for Certification to Standards Relating to Equipment for Use in Renewable Energy Applications (IECRE), signals the turbine’s adherence to the highest quality and safety standards. It also positions Adani Wind to commence series production for global markets.

Adani Wind’s WTG Meets Global Standards

The type certification underscores the conformity of Adani WTG to the globally recognized IEC 61400 series standards and regulations governing design, testing, and manufacturing in the renewable energy sector. WindGuard conducted rigorous testing of the WTG prototype, located in Mundra, Gujarat.

Vneet Jaain, Director, Adani New Industries Limited, Emphasizes Quality and Growth

Vneet Jaain, Director of Adani New Industries Limited, highlighted the significance of this achievement, stating, “The type certificate reaffirms the quality and robustness of our 5.2 MW WTG platform built to bring down Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE). The certification is a boost to our endeavor of making India the global manufacturing hub for renewable equipment. India has emerged as a trusted partner as economies prioritize building efficient and resilient global supply chains. We are focused on building a portfolio of high-yield next-generation wind turbines made in India and are well-poised to cater to the global wind energy demand.”

Milind Kulkarni, COO of Adani Wind, Stresses Innovation and Customer Benefit

Milind Kulkarni, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Adani Wind, expressed the importance of innovation in achieving higher Annual Energy Production (AEP) for wind power plants and enhancing customer profitability. He praised the team’s dedication to leveraging technology to provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable power solutions.

Adani Wind’s 5.2 MW wind turbine boasts impressive specifications, including a rotor diameter of 160 meters, a swept area of 20,106 square meters, and a towering tip height of 200 meters, making it one of the most potent onshore wind turbines globally. This groundbreaking achievement stems from Adani Wind’s collaboration with W2E Wind to Energy GmbH, Germany.