Maharashtra has taken a major step toward strengthening its clean energy infrastructure with the signing of an agreement worth Rs 10,217 crore for the development of the 2,100 MW Pimpalpada–Savale pumped storage project. The initiative is aimed at enhancing the state’s power storage capacity while supporting the growing share of renewable energy in the grid.
The agreement has been executed between the Maharashtra Water Resources Department and Chambery Power, a subsidiary of EDF Power Solutions India. Planned across the Pune and Raigad districts, the project will function as a large-scale energy storage system designed to manage fluctuations in electricity demand and supply.
Pumped storage technology allows surplus electricity generated during low-demand periods to be stored by pumping water to a higher reservoir. When electricity demand rises, the stored water is released to generate power, thereby helping maintain grid stability and ensuring a consistent power supply.
Beyond strengthening energy infrastructure, the project is also expected to contribute to local economic activity. Around 2,500 employment opportunities are likely to be generated during both the construction phase and the operational life of the facility.
With renewable energy sources such as solar and wind expanding rapidly in Maharashtra, energy storage systems are becoming increasingly critical. The Pimpalpada–Savale pumped storage project is expected to play a key role in integrating intermittent renewable power into the grid, improving reliability while advancing the state’s long-term clean energy transition.