Quality Care India Ltd. (QCIL), one of India’s leading healthcare platforms, has signed agreements with AMPIN Energy and Radiance Renewables under its Group Captive Solar Initiative. Through these agreements, the organisation will procure renewable solar power for five facilities across Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Maharashtra.
This development marks the first phase of QCIL’s structured transition toward sustainable energy, signalling the beginning of a broader effort to integrate renewable power across its healthcare network.
Phased Plan to Transition 19 Hospitals to Renewable Energy
The solar initiative forms part of QCIL’s larger strategy to transition 19 hospitals under CARE Hospitals and KIMS Health to renewable energy through a phased rollout.
Initially, Phase I will cover facilities in Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and Maharashtra. Subsequently, Phase II will extend the transition to Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, followed by Kerala in Phase III, and Madhya Pradesh and Telangana in Phase IV.
By implementing the transition in stages, QCIL aims to maintain uninterrupted hospital operations while expanding renewable energy adoption across high-dependency healthcare infrastructure.
Renewable Energy as a Strategic Priority for Hospitals
Hospitals operate in a continuous and high-dependency environment, where reliable energy supply is critical to delivering patient care. Therefore, the shift to renewable energy has become both a strategic and operational priority.
In addition to supporting environmental responsibility, the transition strengthens energy security and cost optimisation. Since electricity costs represent a significant share of hospital operating expenses, healthcare institutions are increasingly adopting renewable solutions as a long-term strategy for financial and operational stability.
Targeting 30 MW Renewable Capacity Across the Network
QCIL aims to achieve a total renewable energy capacity of approximately 30 MW across its hospital network. Within this target, Phase I will contribute around 6 MWp.
Looking ahead, the group plans to meet nearly 80% of its overall energy consumption through renewable sources. To achieve this goal, QCIL will adopt a hybrid energy model that combines solar power, wind energy, and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
Financial Benefits and Cost Stability
As reported by expresshealthcare, the renewable energy transition is expected to generate significant operational savings. QCIL estimates that the initiative will deliver around a 20% reduction in annual electricity costs.
Furthermore, renewable power procurement will improve cost visibility and protect the organisation from tariff volatility, which is essential for maintaining stable operating expenses in energy-intensive healthcare environments.
Significant Environmental Impact
Beyond financial gains, the initiative will also contribute to substantial environmental benefits. Phase I alone is expected to reduce carbon emissions by approximately 8,000 tonnes each year.
Once the full rollout is completed, the project is projected to offset nearly 40,000 tonnes of carbon emissions annually across all facilities, supporting QCIL’s long-term sustainability goals.
Implementation Through the Group Captive Model
QCIL will implement the projects through the group captive model, which combines long-term renewable power procurement with equity participation.
This approach enables the organisation to secure reliable and cost-effective clean energy while maintaining regulatory alignment and ensuring long-term supply stability.
Renewable Energy Partners for the Project
Under the agreements, AMPIN Energy will supply renewable power to QCIL’s facilities in Odisha and Chhattisgarh. Meanwhile, Radiance Renewables will execute the renewable energy projects for hospitals located in Maharashtra.
Both partners bring proven expertise in delivering renewable energy solutions for large-scale, continuous-load infrastructure, making them well suited to support healthcare facilities that require uninterrupted power supply.
Leadership Perspective on Sustainability
Commenting on the initiative, Varun Khanna, Group Managing Director, Quality Care India, highlighted the growing importance of sustainability in healthcare operations.
He stated, “As we scale our network, sustainability is no longer optional; it is foundational to resilience and efficiency. The Group Captive Solar model allows us to move from being passive consumers of power to active participants in the energy ecosystem, with greater control over cost, reliability, and environmental impact. This marks the beginning of a broader shift to embed sustainability into the core of how we build and operate healthcare.”
Beginning of a Wider Renewable Energy Transition
Overall, this initiative represents the first step in QCIL’s broader plan to expand renewable energy integration across its hospital network. With the signing of these agreements, the organisation has formally commenced its renewable energy transition.
Moreover, QCIL is currently evaluating future phases to expand renewable adoption across additional hospitals, reinforcing its long-term commitment to sustainable and resilient healthcare infrastructure.