- 20% of the power demand for India’s largest onshore oil production field in Barmer, Rajasthan, to be met through renewable energy
- Agreement to source 25 MW Renewable hybrid energy will help reduce 115 kilotonnes of CO₂e emissions annually; equivalent to planting 5.75 million trees per year
Cairn Oil & Gas, part of Vedanta Group and India’s leading private oil and gas exploration and production company, in partnership with Serentica Renewables India Pvt. Ltd, a leading renewable energy provider, has commenced sourcing 25 megawatts (MW) of captive renewable hybrid power. The companies have signed a Power Delivery Agreement to support Cairn’s operations in Barmer, Rajasthan.
Under this agreement, 20% of the power demand for India’s largest onshore oil producing asset will be met through renewable hybrid energy.
The agreement represents a key milestone for India’s energy journey, combining Cairn’s operational leadership in India’s energy sector with Serentica Renewables’ expertise in delivering reliable, round-the-clock renewable power. It reflects a shared commitment to accelerating India’s energy transition while maintaining energy security.
As per the agreement, Cairn has begun sourcing renewable hybrid power generated through solar and wind energy from Serentica Renewables’ Gadag facility in Karnataka. The transition is expected to reduce operational carbon emissions by approximately 115 kilotonnes of CO₂e annually — equivalent to planting 5.75 million trees each year — while also strengthening compliance with statutory Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) mandates.
Structured at a 70% Capacity Utilisation Factor (CUF), the 25 MW agreement will deliver approximately 153 million units of renewable energy annually to the Mangala facility, operated by Cairn in Barmer. Advancing emission reduction represents a strategic shift towards low-carbon energy consumption and enhanced operational efficiency, while driving Cairn’s broader vision of contributing 50% of India’s domestic oil and gas production.
This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in integrating clean energy into Cairn’s core operations and reinforces its commitment to embedding sustainability at the heart of its business model. The agreement forms part of Cairn’s broader roadmap to expand renewable energy use by the end of the decade, accelerating its journey towards achieving Net Zero Carbon.
Over the past three decades, Cairn has remained at the forefront of sustainability-led transformation in the oil and gas sector, aligned with India’s socio-economic and environmental priorities. Together with Serentica Renewables, this collaboration sets a new benchmark for integrating clean energy into conventional energy operations, reinforcing the role of partnerships in accelerating India’s low-carbon transition.
About Cairn Oil & Gas
Cairn is India’s leading private oil and gas exploration and production company, committed to strengthening the nation’s energy security and a focus on unlocking long-term value through technology-led exploration, advanced subsurface expertise, and world-class engineering capabilities. It holds interests in 44 blocks spread over 47,000 sq km of acreage across India, with gross 2P (proved plus probable) and 2C (contingent) resources of 1.4 bnboe. Vedanta Oil & Gas is committed to achieving Net Zero, prioritising environmental stewardship while driving transformative social impact touching nearly 200 million lives.
With a diverse portfolio of conventional and unconventional resources across onshore and offshore basins, the company operates producing assets in Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, and Assam, alongside a strong pipeline of high-impact exploration opportunities. Backed by a robust portfolio of growth projects, Vedanta Oil & Gas aims to contribute 50% of India’s domestic oil and gas production to accelerate India’s energy transition and deliver sustainable value for shareholders.
For more information, please visit www.cairnindia.com.
About Vedanta Limited
Vedanta Limited (NSE: VEDL; BSE: 500295) is the world’s leading producer of metals, oil & gas, critical minerals, power and technology. The company supplies essential materials that power the global energy transition, emerging technologies and the green economy of the future. Its diversified portfolio supports industrial growth, energy security and technological advancement across global value chains. With operations spanning India, Africa, the Middle East and East Asia, Vedanta is embedded in high-growth geographies shaping the next era of global development. Sustainability anchors the Company’s strategy, guided by strong ESG governance, people-first workplaces, and a commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 or sooner. By operating at the intersection of resources, technology and human potential, Vedanta is strengthening economies, empowering communities, and creating enduring value for all stakeholders.
About Serentica Renewables India Pvt. Ltd
Serentica Renewables is a leading renewable independent power producer (IPP) committed to decarbonizing hard-to-abate industries by providing firm dispatchable renewable energy (FDRE) solutions. With a vision to make renewables the primary energy source across India’s energy landscape, Serentica is driving large-scale decarbonization & contributing to the nation’s broader goals, including through government tenders. The company has achieved a significant milestone by reaching 1,700 MW of renewable energy capacity, with ongoing projects across multiple states, leveraging a mix of solar, wind, energy storage, and advanced balancing solutions. Serentica aims to supply over 50 billion units of clean energy annually, enabling the displacement of 47 million tons of CO₂ emissions.
For more details, please visit www.serenticaglobal.com
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