ACCIONA Energía has successfully commissioned the 412MWp Juna photovoltaic plant in the state of Rajasthan, India, marking a major milestone in the company’s renewable energy expansion. The Juna solar plant stands as ACCIONA Energía’s largest project in the country to date, underscoring its commitment to supporting India’s clean energy transition.
The Juna plant consists of more than 750,000 photovoltaic modules and is expected to generate approximately 800GWh of green electricity each year. This output will be sufficient to supply electricity to around 840,000 households while preventing the emission of nearly 724,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually. Such a large-scale renewable energy project represents a significant step toward reducing India’s reliance on fossil fuels and lowering its carbon footprint.
Under a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA), 70% of the plant’s energy production will be supplied to Manikaran Power Limited, one of India’s largest power trading companies, for a period of 15 years. The remaining 30% of the generated power will be sold on the open market, further contributing to the country’s clean energy supply.
The construction phase of the Juna plant created employment opportunities for up to 1,000 people at its peak, bringing economic benefits to the local area. Beyond job creation, the project also aims to have a lasting positive impact on nearby communities through ACCIONA Energía’s Social Impact Management program. This initiative focuses on improving education, promoting well-being, and supporting environmental care within the regions where the company operates.
With the commissioning of Juna, ACCIONA Energía strengthens its presence in India, where it already operates four wind farms with a combined capacity of 164MW. The addition of this large-scale solar facility not only boosts the company’s portfolio but also enhances its geographic diversification and reinforces its position as a leader in sustainable energy development.
India is currently the fourth-largest energy market in the world in terms of installed capacity and is rapidly advancing in the renewable energy sector. The country has set an ambitious target of achieving 500GW of installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources by 2030. As of June 2025, India had already reached 235.7GW of clean energy capacity, accounting for nearly 49% of its total installed power.
Solar power has played a crucial role in this progress. Since 2014, India’s solar capacity has expanded almost 40-fold, rising from 2.82GW to 110.9GW in 2025. Rajasthan remains at the forefront of this growth, contributing about 27% of the country’s total solar capacity and serving as a leading hub for large-scale solar projects. The commissioning of the Juna plant further cements Rajasthan’s position as a renewable energy powerhouse and reflects the country’s continued commitment to a sustainable and low-carbon future.
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