The Karnataka Energy Department has taken steps to guarantee a steady power supply to Intel’s SRR4 campus in Bengaluru. This move follows a review meeting led by Additional Chief Secretary (Energy) Gaurav Gupta. The SRR4 campus is crucial to Intel India’s research, development, and engineering operations globally.
Officials from Intel’s Bengaluru office raised concerns about intermittent power disruptions during the meeting. They mentioned their current reliance on grid power along with gas and diesel backup systems. To enhance power reliability, a detailed review was initiated despite the overall stability in supply.
Gupta emphasized the importance of using grid power as the primary source, with gas and diesel as backups. He highlighted that almost half of the state’s grid power comes from green energy, showcasing Karnataka’s sustainability commitment. Various short-term, medium-term, and long-term measures were agreed upon during the meeting to address the issues.
Immediate actions include boosting 2 MVA power within 24 hours and laying an 800-meter cable within 15 days. Additionally, a medium-term upgrade involving a 220 kV underground cable is planned to be completed within 45 days. Long-term plans involve setting up a dedicated 66 kV substation within the Intel campus for enhanced reliability.
Intel’s SRR4 campus, known for its advanced construction technology and green initiatives, aims to maintain a stable and future-ready power supply. The meeting concluded with a coordinated action plan among agencies to ensure the campus’s power stability and resilience.
