BluPine Energy, a leading renewable energy services company in India, launches impactful initiatives to empower communities in and around it’s operating assets and foster sustainable development in Punjab. These new initiatives include installing solar-powered lighting, establishing a Mini Science Center, and providing youth with vocational training in three villages of Punjab’s Mansa district (Khaira Khurd, Mankhera, and Jhanda Kalan).
The vocational training programs, which will run for six months, are designed to empower 120 students, with 50% female participants. BluPine Energy’s efforts go beyond training and ensuring placement opportunities for successful candidates. These programs are part of BluPine Energy’s commitment to fostering economic development, gender inclusion, and skills enhancement at the grassroots level. The organization is also working towards bridging the skill gaps, specifically aiming to uplift marginalized individuals by equipping them with industry-relevant skills.
Beyond vocational training, BluPine Energy is also investing in educational infrastructure to benefit local communities. The initiative includes establishing mini science centers in local schools for students from grades 8 to 10, encouraging scientific curiosity and practical learning in classrooms. Additionally, BluPine Energy is installing solar-powered streetlights across these villages, significantly enhancing community safety, mobility, and sustainability in public spaces.
Sanjeev Bhatia, CFO, BluPine Energy, inaugurated all the centers and stated, “Our mission at BluPine Energy is not only to advance renewable energy but also to empower communities with opportunities for sustainable growth”. He further said “These initiatives in Punjab are an important step toward building strong, self-sufficient communities by equipping youth with valuable skills and improving education. At BluPine, we’re proud to support these communities in creating a sustainable future where everyone has the chance to succeed. This project goes beyond renewable energy, offering vocational training and building key infrastructure for education and safety. By focusing on gender equality and inclusion, we’re helping to create a diverse workforce that drives local growth. Together, we’re working towards a brighter, more equitable society for the future”.
Through its holistic approach, BluPine Energy aims to lay a solid foundation for a more resilient, self-sufficient community. This initiative aligns with BluPine Energy’s broader mission towards just transition by uplifting underserved regions through inclusive, community-centered programs.
About BluPine Energy
BluPine Energy is a leading renewable energy services company established in India by Actis, a global investor and world leader in funding and building sustainable infrastructure companies. With an investment of USD 800 million from Actis’ Energy Fund 5, BluPine Energy is dedicated to developing a state-of-the-art 4+GW renewable energy portfolio, exclusively in India.
