Grasim Industries Limited, through its subsidiary Aditya Birla Renewables Limited, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Suzlon Energy Limited to develop, commercialise, and scale wind turbines featuring recyclable blades. This collaboration was formalised at the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026, reflecting a shared commitment to fostering circularity in the wind energy sector and promoting sustainable end-of-life solutions for wind turbine blades.
Current wind turbine blades are predominantly made from thermoset composite materials, which pose recycling challenges at the end of their lifecycle, often culminating in landfill disposal or incineration. The recyclable blades, manufactured using Grasim’s Recyclamine® epoxy technology, can be chemically recycled, allowing for the recovery of valuable composite materials for reuse. This innovative approach aligns with circular economy principles, aiming to minimise waste, reduce environmental impact, and enhance the sustainability of wind energy projects.
Under this partnership, Suzlon, as the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), will integrate Recyclamine® technology into the production of recyclable wind turbine blades. Aditya Birla Renewables will deploy a wind turbine equipped with these blades at a selected project site, demonstrating the commercial feasibility of this technology in real-world conditions. The collaboration also involves exploring opportunities for broader market adoption of recyclable blade-enabled wind turbines, both in India and other agreed markets.
Industry leaders have expressed optimism about the partnership’s potential impact. Rajesh Balakrishnan, CEO of Advanced Materials at Grasim Industries, highlighted the collaboration as a significant step towards a circular wind energy ecosystem. Girish Tanti, Co-Founder of Suzlon Group, emphasised the importance of building circular solutions in renewable energy, while Amit Jain, CEO of Aditya Birla Renewables, underscored the partnership’s role in addressing end-of-life challenges for wind turbine blades.
Analysts view this collaboration as a strategic move that could set new benchmarks for sustainability in the wind energy sector. By integrating innovative recycling technologies, Grasim and Suzlon aim to enhance resource efficiency, potentially leading to significant reductions in carbon emissions and setting a precedent for future developments in renewable energy.
