ReNew Energy Global and Google announced a long-term power purchase agreement in December 2025 for a 150 megawatt (MW) solar power project to be developed in Rajasthan, India, with commissioning expected in 2026. Under the agreement, Google will receive the Environmental Attribute Certificates (EACs) generated by the project and allocate them to reduce its Scope 3 emissions — those generated indirectly in Google's supply chain and through the use of its products and services. The project is expected to generate approximately 4,25,000 MWh (425 GWh) of clean electricity annually. With this agreement, ReNew's committed commercial and industrial (C&I) renewable portfolio expands to 2.7 GW, reinforcing the company's position as one of India's leading corporate clean energy providers. This is Google's third renewable energy procurement agreement in India — reflecting the tech giant's global commitment to operate on 24/7 carbon-free energy by 2030. Rajasthan's vast solar irradiation potential (among the highest in Asia), availability of land, and supportive state renewable energy policies make it a preferred destination for utility-scale solar projects. The project aligns with India's National Solar Mission targets and its commitment to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 as part of its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement.
Google and ReNew Energy Sign Long-Term Agreement for 150 MW Solar Project in Rajasthan; Google's Third Renewable Deal in India to Reduce Scope 3 Emissions
ReNew Energy Global and Google announced a long-term power purchase agreement in December 2025 for a 150 megawatt (MW) solar power project to be developed in Rajasthan, India, with commissioning expected in 2026. Under the agreement, Google will receive the Environmental Attribute Certificates (EACs) generated by the project and allocate them to reduce its Scope 3 emissions — those generated indirectly in Google's supply chain and through the use of its products and services. The project is expected to generate approximately 4,25,000 MWh (425 GWh) of clean electricity annually. With this agreement, ReNew's committed commercial and industrial (C&I) renewable portfolio expands to 2.7 GW, reinforcing the company's position as one of India's leading corporate clean energy providers. This is Google's third renewable energy procurement agreement in India — reflecting the tech giant's global commitment to operate on 24/7 carbon-free energy by 2030. Rajasthan's vast solar irradiation potential (among the highest in Asia), availability of land, and supportive state renewable energy policies make it a preferred destination for utility-scale solar projects. The project aligns with India's National Solar Mission targets and its commitment to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 as part of its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement.
Key facts
- Google and ReNew Energy signed a long-term PPA for a 150 MW solar project in Rajasthan.
- The project is expected to generate approximately 4,25,000 MWh of clean electricity annually.
- Google will use Environmental Attribute Certificates from the project to reduce its Scope 3 emissions.
- This is Google's third renewable energy deal in India, expanding its clean energy footprint.
- ReNew's commercial and industrial renewable portfolio expands to 2.7 GW with this agreement.
- The solar project is expected to be commissioned in 2026.
PYQPrelims/PYQ angle
- RAS 2021 Write vision and key objectives of Rajasthan Solar Energy Policy 2019.
- RAS 2013 Rajasthan has immense potentiality of solar energy. Explain.
Mains angle
Q: Discuss the significance of Google-ReNew's December 2025 corporate PPA for a 150 MW Rajasthan solar project in advancing India's Paris Agreement NDC commitment of 500 GW non-fossil capacity.
Answer (50 words):
Google and ReNew Energy Global signed a long-term power purchase agreement in December 2025 for a 150 MW solar project in Rajasthan, commissioning expected 2026. The project will generate roughly 425 GWh annually, supplying Environmental Attribute Certificates to offset Google's Scope 3 emissions, supporting India's 500 GW non-fossil target.
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What is the capacity of the solar power project in Rajasthan announced under the long-term agreement between Google and ReNew Energy in December 2025?
The article states ReNew Energy Global and Google signed a long-term power purchase agreement for a 150 megawatt (MW) solar power project in Rajasthan, with commissioning expected in 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the capacity of the solar project agreed upon between Google and ReNew Energy in Rajasthan, and when is it expected to be commissioned?
Google and ReNew Energy signed a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for a 150 MW solar project in Rajasthan, expected to be commissioned in 2026.
How much clean electricity is the Rajasthan solar project expected to generate annually?
The 150 MW solar project in Rajasthan is expected to generate approximately 4,25,000 MWh of clean electricity annually.
What are 'Scope 3 emissions', and how does the Google-ReNew agreement help reduce them?
Scope 3 emissions are indirect emissions generated in a company's supply chain and through the use of its products and services. Google will use the Environmental Attribute Certificates (EACs) generated by the Rajasthan solar project to offset its Scope 3 emissions.
What is the significance of this deal for Google's renewable energy portfolio in India?
This is Google's third renewable energy deal in India, expanding its clean energy footprint in the country.
How does this agreement affect ReNew Energy's commercial and industrial renewable portfolio?
With this agreement, ReNew Energy's commercial and industrial (C&I) renewable portfolio expands to 2.7 GW.
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