7 May 2024
Sri Lanka is taking a big leap towards clean energy with a brand new 20-year power purchase agreement!
Here's the scoop:
Wind Power Pact Signed:
Power Up with Adani Green: Sri Lanka has inked a deal with Adani Green Energy Ltd. to acquire power from two wind power plants.
Long-Term Commitment:Â This 20-year agreement ensures a stable and reliable source of clean energy for Sri Lanka.
Adani Green Takes Center Stage:
Wind Power Frontrunner:  Adani Green, led by billionaire Gautam Adani, will develop these wind power plants with a combined capacity of 484 megawatts.
Investing in a Greener Future:Â Â Adani Green is set to invest a cool $442 million into this wind power project.
Powering Up the Economy:
Hedging Against High Costs:Â Â Sri Lanka aims to reduce reliance on expensive imported fuels and bolster its energy security with renewable energy sources like wind power.
Lessons Learned:Â Â This deal comes after Sri Lanka faced crippling power outages due to fuel shortages in 2022.
Sri Lanka's wind power deal with Adani Green signifies a significant move towards a more sustainable and secure energy future. This 20-year agreement paves the way for cleaner energy and a more stable power supply for the island nation!