Hitachi Energy India Ltd. said it had won a major order from Adani Mumbai Electric Infrastructure to provide a high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission system linking Kudus to Mumbai.
“Mumbai is experiencing a rapid increase in electricity consumption, seeing peak demand increasing to 3,850 megawatts (MW) in 2022. Utilities are therefore ramping up to meet rising demand for reliable power supplies with minimum environmental impact,” the company said in a statement.
Hitachi Energy said its 80-kilometre, 1,000-MW HVDC link would help increase supply of power to the city by almost 50% with minimal losses. “The HVDC connection will strengthen the existing AC transmission infrastructure, and support Mumbai’s Climate Action Plan,” it said.
“The 50-kilometre underground stretch of the link will save almost 2.3 sq. km. space – equivalent to twice the area of Shivaji Park, Mumbai,” it added.
“The Kudus-Mumbai HVDC order reiterates confidence in our technology expertise and execution capabilities, and supports the country’s commitment to energy transition,” said N. Venu, MD and CEO, Hitachi Energy India Ltd.
