Azure Power Global Limited (Azure), an independent sustainable energy solutions provider and renewable power producer in India, announced that Harsh Shah will be joining as the Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2022.
Shah was previously the Chief Executive Officer of IndiGrid, India’s first and largest Infrastructure Investment Trust (InvIT) in the Indian energy sector. It owns, operates, and manages power transmission networks and renewable energy assets worth US $3 billion. He has also served as the Chief Financial Officer for Sterlite Power and IndiGrid, the statement said.
Commenting on the appointment, Alan Rosling, Chairman of the Board of Azure, said, “We are excited to welcome Harsh to Azure Power. He is a proven leader who has deep knowledge of India’s energy sector ecosystem and how it is rapidly evolving. We are confident that under his leadership, Azure will continue to scale new heights in India’s vibrant renewable energy sector to offer grid-scale solar, wind, and hybrid projects to utility customers, as well as commercial and industrial customers. We wish Harsh all the best as we work together to strengthen Azure’s position as a leader in the renewable energy space.”
Shah, said, “India’s renewable energy story is at an inflection point with policy intent and innovative platforms coming together to pave the way for an exciting, sustainable future. I am happy to join Azure Power at a time when we see an exciting and momentous market opportunity as the industry implements energy transition in India. We have tremendous runway for growth to increase our operating assets sustainably, thanks to the support of our long-term investors and lenders. I am looking forward to work with the team at Azure to take this story forward to greater heights.”
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