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GAIL Signs MoU to Develop 1 GW Renewable Energy Projects in Karnataka by 2030

State-run energy major GAIL (India) Ltd has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Karnataka government to explore the development of up to 1 gigawatt (GW) of renewable energy projects across the state over the next five years. This initiative aligns with GAIL’s broader goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2035.

Under the agreement, the Karnataka government will support GAIL in securing necessary permissions, clearances, registrations, and incentives in accordance with existing state policies and regulations. The projects are expected to span both solar and wind energy, marking a strategic pivot for GAIL as it diversifies beyond its core gas business into the renewables sector.

This move is part of GAIL’s roadmap to decarbonize its operations and expand its renewable energy footprint amid India's aggressive push toward clean energy under its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). The company has already initiated other clean energy ventures, including solar rooftops, bio-CNG, and green hydrogen pilot projects.

Karnataka, with its favorable renewable energy policies and abundant solar and wind resources, offers a conducive environment for such large-scale projects. The proposed 1 GW of clean energy capacity could significantly boost the state's renewable energy portfolio while contributing to India's larger clean energy transition goals.

This partnership is emblematic of the growing trend of traditional fossil fuel companies embracing green energy as part of their climate action strategies. By investing in clean energy infrastructure, GAIL is positioning itself as a future-ready energy company capable of supporting India's journey to a low-carbon economy.

The agreement not only underscores Karnataka’s role as a renewable energy leader among Indian states but also highlights GAIL’s evolving role in shaping the country’s sustainable energy future.