From
utility scale solar farms to rooftop systems lighting up homes along with
catering to Solar component manufacturing plants, Lauritz Knudsen’s
seven-decade legacy in energy infrastructure is helping extend the benefits of
clean energy to communities across markets
Mumbai,
June 30th , 2026: Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation,
a leading player in India’s electrical and automation sector, today
announced that its electrical and digital technologies have powered over 50 GW
of solar capacity across India and global markets.
This
milestone underscores Lauritz Knudsen’s clear focus on enabling solar energy
to move beyond capacity creation to meaningful, widespread access, reaching
factories, farms, homes, and underserved communities, while supporting the
scale required for national energy transition goals.
India’s
solar journey is no longer limited to large utility parks. It is increasingly
visible at the last mile, powering irrigation through PM-KUSUM, enabling
households under PM Surya Ghar, and extending reliable electricity access to
communities beyond traditional grid reach.
The pace of this transformation has been rapid. India has steadily added solar capacity, with solar now accounting for nearly 55% of installed renewable energy capacity, surpassing 154 GW. This expansion spans two parallel tracks: large-scale utility projects that adds capacity to the grid reducing dependency on fossil fuels, and distributed deployments that deliver direct economic and social impact.
Lauritz
Knudsen operates across three segments, which are Utility scale power plants,
Commercial and Industries (C&I), and residentials, delivering advanced AC
solutions, DC switchgear, Smart metering and cloud based remote monitoring
solutions that ensure solar installations are safe, reliable, and built for
long-term performance. This capability is rooted in over seven decades of
experience in India’s electrical infrastructure ecosystem. The company has
supported more than 2,350 solar projects, partnered with over 350 EPCs and 300+
developers, and trained over 300 system integrators, building local capacity critical to
sustaining the sector’s growth.
Naresh
Kumar, Chief Operating Officer, Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation,
said: “When a farmer moves away from diesel-based irrigation
or a household gains dependable access to electricity, that is when the energy
transition becomes real. The significance of the 50 GW milestone lies not just
in scale, but in how widely its benefits are felt. Our focus has been to ensure
that solar infrastructure is dependable, accessible, and built to serve every
segment of society.”
As
India’s solar ecosystem has expanded, so has its technical complexity. Higher
capacities, evolving grid dynamics, and the growth of distributed generation
models are driving the need for more advanced, application-specific electrical
solutions.
Lauritz
Knudsen supports the entire solar value chain, from power
generation to evacuation and integration
into the grid. The company’s portfolio reflects this shift, with strong growth
across renewable-linked products, including medium-voltage solutions, AC and
DC Switchgear solutions, software and services.
The
renewable surge is also accelerating the scale of domestic manufacturing.
India’s solar manufacturing capacity expanded significantly from FY2025 to
FY2026, strengthening the country’s self-reliance. Lauritz Knudsen has
supported this evolution by equipping manufacturing facilities with robust,
future-ready electrical systems tailored to emerging requirements
As
India progresses towards its target of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by
2030, the focus is shifting from quantity to quality of transition, ensuring
that energy access is not only expanded but also equitably distributed.
Lauritz
Knudsen’s role in this journey remains anchored in its core purpose: to build
the electrical backbone that makes solar energy dependable, scalable, and
accessible across every layer of India’s growth story.
About
Lauritz Knudsen Electrical & Automation
Lauritz
Knudsen Electrical & Automation is a leading player in the Indian
electrical industry, drawing strength from over 70 years of rich heritage and a
steadfast dedication to contributing to India's growth. The brand exports to
30+ countries and is dedicated to providing a wide range of electrical and
automation solutions to vital sectors of the economy including industries,
utilities, infrastructure, buildings, and agriculture. The portfolio includes
low-voltage and medium-voltage switchgear, automation solutions, tailored
software, and services. With multiple manufacturing facilities in India
adhering to global standards, and an expansive distribution network in India
and worldwide, Lauritz Knudsen's ambition is to foster excellence and provide
top-tier products that drive the progress of nations globally.
At
Lauritz Knudsen, we are powering a non-stop India through future-ready
energy solutions. Built in India and engineered for all, our portfolio
reflects our commitment to progress.
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