Maruti Suzuki India has commissioned a one MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at its Kharkhoda manufacturing facility in Haryana to enhance renewable energy usage and support sustainable operations.
The newly installed BESS has been integrated with the plant’s internal electricity distribution network. It will store surplus power generated during low-demand periods and supply the stored energy whenever required, improving renewable energy utilisation and supporting better grid stability.
The initiative follows the company’s installation of a 20 MWp solar power project at the Kharkhoda facility in 2025. Through this pilot project, Maruti Suzuki aims to improve energy efficiency and reduce emissions associated with electricity consumption.
The company continues to focus on reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by increasing renewable energy adoption, optimising resources, and implementing cleaner manufacturing practices across its facilities.
According to Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of MSIL, the introduction of BESS reflects the company’s ongoing sustainability efforts. With an expected lifecycle of nearly 15 years, the battery storage system is projected to help reduce approximately 54 tonnes of CO₂ emissions every year.
The project marks another step towards Maruti Suzuki’s commitment to sustainable and energy-efficient manufacturing.
