Bhubaneswar, June 26 (UDN): Odisha has set an ambitious target of achieving 11 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030, positioning itself as a fast-emerging hub for clean energy, green hydrogen, and sustainable industrial development, Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo said on Thursday.
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Speaking at the Energy Conclave 2026 organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in partnership with the Department of Energy in Bhubaneswar, Singh Deo said the state is witnessing strong momentum in renewable energy investments and infrastructure development.
He informed that 16 projects worth around ₹2 lakh crore have already been approved in the state. In addition, Odisha is expected to attract around ₹30,000 crore investment in transmission infrastructure, which is essential for integrating large-scale renewable power into the grid and supporting future industrial expansion.
The Deputy Chief Minister said that during the recent investors’ meet held in February, Odisha received investment intents worth ₹67,000 crore for renewable energy projects with a combined capacity of 6.7 GW. He added that the state is on course to become a major clean energy investment destination over the next four years, with a diversified mix of solar, wind, pumped storage, and hybrid energy projects aligned with Odisha Vision 2047.
He further highlighted that battery energy storage projects are coming up at six locations across the state. Odisha’s long coastline, strong industrial base, and enabling policy framework are also attracting significant investments in green hydrogen and green ammonia sectors.
Singh Deo said the state is also developing a strong research and innovation ecosystem in collaboration with premier institutions, including IITs and academic partners from Singapore. These initiatives, he said, will play a crucial role in decarbonising industries and building a green manufacturing ecosystem in the state.
The conclave, themed “Powering Eastern India’s Green Transition – Policy, Innovation and Industrial Decarbonisation,” brought together policymakers, industry leaders, energy experts, and sustainability professionals to discuss strategies for accelerating Odisha’s transition towards a low-carbon and sustainable future.
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