The Suzlon Group has announced that its S144 wind turbine model has set a new record. The model’s product carbon footprint is just 6.17 grams of CO₂ per kilowatt-hour of electricity generated.
This achievement was independently verified by two esteemed organizations, Indian Register Quality Systems (IRQS) and TÜV SÜD Poland, confirming the turbine’s environmental credentials.
According to a company statement, this milestone is a result of several integrated sustainability measures. Suzlon redesigned the S144 turbine to drastically reduce its environmental impact, cutting steel usage by 2.5 times by incorporating recycled steel and scrap.
The company also localized its supply chain, sourcing 83.25% of the turbine’s components from Tier-1 Indian suppliers, which significantly reduces logistics-related emissions. The manufacturing process itself has also been made more sustainable through the use of low-carbon steel and renewable energy.
The S144 not only boasts a minimal carbon footprint but also offers an extended product lifecycle of 25 years, promising long-term performance and contributing to India’s clean energy objectives.
“With the S144, we prove that world-class clean energy can be designed and built sustainably in India,” said JP Chalasani, CEO, Suzlon Group. He added that the company’s next step is to move from low-carbon manufacturing to true circularity, setting new industry benchmarks.
This achievement solidifies Suzlon’s position as a global leader in sustainable wind technology and a key player in India’s transition to a greener economy.
