Major Investment in Andhra Pradesh
CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions Limited signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board on November 12, 2026, committing approximately ₹50,000 crore to an integrated clean energy complex. This investment is intended to support a 2 GW Green Compute Factory in Kurnool district.
Project Details
Over a period of five years, CleanMax plans to develop 3 GW of renewable energy capacity, including 3 GW of wind and solar power, alongside 1 GW of pumped hydro storage and Battery Energy Storage Systems. At least 1.5 GW of this renewable capacity is targeted for completion by 2029. The project will integrate generation, storage, and a dedicated distribution network to provide continuous, green power.
Supporting a Green Compute Factory
The power infrastructure is specifically designed to serve a 2 GW Green Compute Factory, developed in partnership with Neysa, a Blackstone-backed AI cloud provider. Neysa will utilize 1 GW of IT load within the facility. The factory will employ direct-to-chip cooling and utilize allocated industrial water resources.
Regulatory Approvals and Community Initiatives
A CleanMax-operated special purpose vehicle will apply for a dedicated distribution license from the Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission. In addition to the energy infrastructure, CleanMax plans to collaborate with United Way of Hyderabad to upgrade local primary schools and Anganwadis. Furthermore, the company will work with Pratham Education Foundation to train local youth for entry-level jobs.
Timeline and Next Steps
CleanMax will apply for the distribution license. The project’s development is expected to span five years, with at least 1.5 GW of renewable capacity anticipated to be operational by 2029. Readers should monitor developments with the Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission for updates on the distribution license application.
Source: GK Today.
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