Andhra Pradesh Pitches Green Energy Hub at Davos

Andhra Pradesh is making a strong bid to become a global hub for clean energy manufacturing and green fuels, as highlighted by Minister Nara Lokesh's engagements at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos. Lokesh held strategic discussions with executives from major international companies, including Vestas, the world's largest wind-turbine manufacturer, India's RPSG Group, and Japan's JERA.

Discussions with Vestas focused on establishing wind turbine blade and nacelle manufacturing facilities near Andhra Pradesh's ports, leveraging the state's logistics and growing wind ecosystem. Minister Lokesh also invited Vestas to explore partnerships, emphasizing the state's commitment to skilled manpower through a proposed Centre for Wind Energy.

Further engagements with the RPSG Group reviewed progress on existing wind power projects and explored hybrid renewable solutions. The minister also proposed investments in organic food processing and seafood value addition, capitalizing on the state's agricultural and coastal advantages. Discussions also touched upon leveraging RPSG's sports franchises for grassroots development.

With JERA, talks centered on long-term clean energy collaboration, including green ammonia production facilities to serve Asian markets. Potential investments in solar-wind hybrid projects and pilot initiatives for ammonia co-firing with existing thermal assets were also explored to reduce emissions and ensure grid reliability.

Andhra Pradesh's comprehensive clean-energy roadmap, emphasizing renewable capacity, advanced manufacturing, and investor-friendly policies, was presented as a compelling proposition for global energy leaders seeking reliable transition pathways. The state aims to attract significant investments in future-ready industrial growth.