Waaree Energies Limited has informed the Exchange about Investor Presentation
February 28, 2025
To The Manager, Listing Department BSE Limited Phiroze Jeejeebhoy Towers Dalal Street, Mumbai - 400 001 Scrip Code: 544277
To The Manager, Listing Department National Stock Exchange of India Limited Exchange Plaza, C-1 Block G, Bandra - Kurla Complex, Bandra (East) Mumbai - 400 051 Trading Symbol: WAAREEENER
Subject: Investor Presentation – “Investor Day February 28, 2025”
Dear Sir/Madam,
This is with reference to our intimation dated February, 20 2025, informing about the Investor Day to be held on February 28, 2025. Please find enclosed the Investor Presentation that we will use for “Investor Day” with analysts/institutional investors.
The above information is also available on the website of the Company i.e. www.waaree.com
Kindly take the information on record.
For Waaree Energies Limited
Rajesh Ghanshyam Gaur Company Secretary & Compliance Officer M.No. A34629
WAAREE Energies Ltd. Registered Office: 602, Western Edge – 1, Western Express Highway, Borivali (E), Mumbai – 400 066, INDIA. Tel: +91-22-6644 4444. Fax: +91-22-6644 4400. Email: waaree@waaree.com.Website:www.waaree.com Corporate Identity Number:L29248MH1990PLC059463
ACCELERATING GLOBAL ENERGY TRANSITION
WAAREE ENERGIES LIMITED Investor Day Presentation
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Company Overview
Locally built, globally competitive – Giga scale manufacturing at its best
Aggregate Installed Capacity (Module)
2007: 30MW
Historical Growth
2021: 2GW
2023: 12GW
Present: ~15GW 2
2021 – 2023
• Awarded PLI for a 6GW
integrated ingots, wafer, cell, module mfg. facility
•
•
Initiated construction of 5.4GW cell mfg. facility
Increased capacity to 12GW
• Raised 2 equity rounds of ₹10,401mn and ₹10,000mn
2018 – 2021
• 2018: Divested
Waaneep Solar Pvt Ltd. to Hero Solar Energy Pvt Ltd.
• 2018: Commissioned 1GW PV plant capacity
2024 - 2027
• 6GW integrated expansion expected to commence commercial operations in FY27
•
Listed on BSE & NSE
• Commenced operations of 1.3GW module mfg. facility at Indosolar
• Awarded PLI for a 300MW Electrolyser
mfg. facility
•
•
Entered a Share Purchase Agreement for acquisition of ENEL Green Power India
Trial production commenced at 5.4GW cell mfg. And 1.4GW started Commercial Production.
• Commercial production of 1.6GW
module mfg. initiated in USA facility
• Awarded 90kT green hydrogen
production PLI
2011 – 2017
2017: Acquired NEEPCO’s stake in the JV1
2014: JV with NEEPCO for a solar power project
2007-2011
2007: Entered solar energy sector
2011: Initiated EPC business
1989-2007
Proven track record of scaling businesses – Hitesh Chimanlal Doshi, Chairman & MD sold his previous venture Waaree Instruments Limited
Note: “~” represents rounded off numbers. Largest manufacturer of solar modules as per Crisil Report dated June 2024. All years above are calendar years; 1. The JV, i.e. Waaneep Solar Private Limited, became a wholly owned subsidiary company of WEL pursuant to such acquisition from NEEPCO. 2. Includes 1.3 GW from Indosolar and 1.6GW from USA
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Industry Highlights
Energy Transition opportunity led by solar is immense | Industry to double by end of this decade
Global RE capacity (TW)
10%
2.4
0.4
2.0
2017
Global RE capacity to grow to 9.8 TW by 2030
12%
16%
4.9 2.1
2.8
4.2 1.6 2.6
2023
Non-solar
2024 Solar
India RE capacity (GW)
16%
India’s RE capacity to grow to 500 GW by 2030
108
91
17
2017
9%
15%
181 73 108
2023
Non-solar
209 98
111
2024 Solar
9.8
5.8
3.9
2030
500
280
220
2030
76%
Of global RE capacity additions in 2023 were solar
5.8 TW
Projected global solar capacity in 2030
280 GW
Targeted solar capacity in India in 2030
Declining trajectory in solar and battery costs…
…solar emerging as one of the cheapest sources of energy…
…driving solar's multi-decadal growth story
Source: IEA, CEA, MNRE for India 2030 target, IEA main case projection taken for 2030 global projection, 2024 global RE capacity is projected
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Backed by strong growth in global battery capacity
Global battery energy capacity (GWh)
53%
99.6
2018
1296.0
2024
India battery energy capacity (GWh)
52%
3.2
2018
36.9
2024
Global battery energy capacity to grow to 4 TWh by 2030
India battery energy capacity to grow to 177 GWh by 2030
Note: Battery energy capacity includes both mobility and non-mobility Source: E Source, 2024 and 2030 is projected
21%
30%
4064.0
2030
177.0
2030
4 TWh
Projected global battery capacity in 2030
177 GWh
Projected India battery capacity in 2030
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Supported by Indian government push with policies and incentives
Favorable policy framework…
…with key developments in the last few months
Supply-side measures
Solar
Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM)
ALMM solar cell: MNRE mandates solar cells in projects must be from
the approved list by June 2026
PLI (for solar module, cell, ingot-wafer, green hydrogen, electrolyser)
Basic customs duty on solar module and cell imports
ALMM solar PV module: MNRE updated ALMM List-I adding
manufacturers (Indosolar, Visaka, etc.) with a total capacity of 65 GW
Domestic Content Requirement (DCR)
~15 GW of tenders issued in Q3 FY25
Demand-side measures
Battery
Solar parks
PM Kusum Scheme
PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
SECI tenders and other large utility tenders
Energy storage RFP: MoHI1 to release a 10 GW grid-scale storage2 RFP
Potential mandate: MNRE may mandate 10% battery storage in
upcoming solar & wind plants for RTC3 power delivery4
~19 GWh of tenders issued in Q3 FY25
Sources: MNRE, PIB, JMK Research & Analytics, 1. Ministry of Heavy Industries 2.Announced by Vijay Mittal, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Heavy Industries, during the International summit on Lithium-Ion batteries hosted by the IESA 3. Round the clock 4. Announced by MNRE Secretary Prashant Kumar Singh as the 21st Global MSME business summit organized by CII
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Waaree - Key Highlights
Waaree’s Strategic Edge Enabling Value Creation
Largest Player – Scale, Demand & Integration
Largest Retail Network
Diversified Customer Base
Ahead of Technology Curve & 2 In- house NABL Labs
Global Certifications & Assurance
Highest rated Bankability of Products & BNEF Tier 1 Rating
Largest Products & Service portfolio
Strong Financial discipline
Value accretive Capital allocation policies
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India’s Largest Player in Scale, Demand, and Integration
Largest PV Module manufacturer
“3X of Nearest competitor in India”
Largest Order book in the Industry With Clear pathway for next few years
On path of becoming Largest Solar Cell manufacturer
~15 GW Manufacturing capacity of solar modules1
26.5 GW | ~₹ 50K Cr Order book3
5.4 GW Manufacturing capacity of solar cell2
1. This includes 1.3 GW from Indosolar and 1.6 GW from USA. 2. Trial production initiated 3. Includes WRTL. As on date, Note: “~” represents rounded off numbers
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Largest Retail network in the Industry coupled by authorized sales point and digital platform
400+ Franchisees
28
states
Indosolar
Noida
Surat
Chikli
Tumb
Nandigam
1000+ ASPs
Digital Platform ‘Waaree Experts’
Above chart is graphical representation only. ASP – Authorized sales point
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Diversified Customer base & Robust Revenue Mix from Marquee Clients
Diversified Order book
Order book1: 26.5 GW
~₹ 50K Cr
Robust Revenue mix2
46.0%
54.0%
>80%
Overseas
India
Overseas
Domestic (Retail, EPC & Enterprise)
1. As on 30.01.2025 for WEL solar manufacturing + WRTL; India and overseas split of orderbook by GW volume.
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Ahead of Technology Curve & In-house Lab testing
•
Integrated manufacturing production lines
facilities with
automated
Leading the technology roadmap in India for higher efficiency
• Wide array of
technologically advanced & high quality
product portfolio for niche segments
• Robust collaborative ecosystem: Government partnerships,
JVs, marquee clients, suppliers and technology partners
• One of the earliest domestic pioneers in High-Efficiency module development to achieve 545 Wp MonoPERC and 600 Wp+ TOPCon, setting new standards in innovation, efficiency, and sustainability
• Quality assurance bolstered by 2 In-house NABL accredited
Labs at Manufacturing facilities
Waaree amongst the earliest domestic player to achieve 545WP + and
600Wp + module power
700-750
RETC Award 2024 We were honored with multiple RETC awards, including highest achiever. We are also recognized for excellence in combating LID,LETID & BOM verification.
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Advanced manufacturing facilities, global certifications and prestigious awards
Certifications
3rd party audits
Awards/Accreditations
ALMM listing
3rd party insurance
Publisher's pick, PV magazine award 2024
REI company of the year, REI expo 2024
Largest Solar PV Module Manufacturer, MNRE 2024
ZEE Real Heroes Entrepreneur of the Year, 2025
NDTV Entrepreneur of the Year, 2024
300+ awards and accreditations received over the last few years
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Achieved Highest Ratings in ‘Bankability of PV Modules’ over last 2 decades
Highest Achiever” across performance, reliability, and quality test categories, solidifying our position as the only Indian company to receive this prestigious honour
Top Performer PVEl’s Scorecard identifies top performing PV modules based on module performance in six PQP test categories, wet leakage, visual inspection, diode failure, and energy yields simulation.
BNEF Tier 1 Consistently Ranked as a Tier-1 PV Module Maker
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Bankability rating “A” Report provides the critical risk analysis and evaluations, essential for investors, project developers, and financial institutions operating in the photovoltaic (PV) industry.
Enabling energy transition with full stack of products and services
Solar PV module
Green Hydrogen
TopCon
Bifacial
BIPV
Flexible
Electrolyser
Green Hydrogen products
Solar related products
Battery
Inverters
Solar kit
Cell
Battery
Container
EPC and O&M
Renewable power
Ground Mount
Rooftop
Floating Solar
Renewable power generation
Renewable power infrastructure
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Consistent Financial discipline and proven track record
Revenue (Rs Cr)
EBIDTA Margin (%)
PAT Margin (%)
11,633
10,705
6,860
19.3%
13.8%
15.6%
11.00%
12%
7.30%
1,993
2,946
6.3%
6.9%
2.40% 2.70%
FY 21
FY 22
FY 23
FY 24
9M FY 25
FY 21
FY 22
FY 23
FY 24
9M FY 25
FY 21
FY 22
FY 23
FY 24 9M FY 25
ROCE %
31.6%
26.3%
ROE %
31.2%
27.2%
21.9%
15.5%
17.8%
18.6%
14.0%
Cash Conversion Ratio
325%
14.5%
47%
147%
118%
109%
FY 21
FY 22
FY 23
FY 24
9M FY 25
FY 21
FY 22
FY 23
FY 24
9M FY 25
FY 21
FY 22
FY 23
FY 24
9M FY 25
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Prudent Capital allocation Policy intending towards Value accretive and sustainable Capital returns
• Funds
Availability
=
Available Cash & Cash equivalents*
+
Available Term credit facilities
=
Overall Availability of Funds
7900 Cr.
7400 Cr.
15,300 Cr.
• Funds
Committed
Amount committed for 6GW Ingot-Module integrated facility
+
Amount committed for adjacent businesses
=
Total Committed Funds
9100 Cr.
3400 Cr.
12,500 Cr.
* As per unaudited financials as on 31.12.24. All amounts R’off to nearest Hundred Crores
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Continuous capacity expansion to meet future solar demand
Strong growth in production…
…backed by capacity expansion
Module production (GW)
48%
5.07
3.42
9M FY24
9M FY25
y t i c a p a c t n e s e r P
e r u t u F
y t i c a p a c
FY27 capacity
Module
Cell
Ingot-wafer
13.3 GW India
1.6 GW 2 USA
5.4 GW 1 India
6 GW PLI awarded
6 GW PLI awarded
6 GW PLI awarded
21 GW
11.4 GW
6 GW
1. Trial production initiated & 1.4GW operationalized 2. Commercial production initiated from 22nd Jan'25
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Strategic investments powering a diversified green energy portfolio
Renewable power infrastructure
Battery energy storage system
Green Hydrogen electrolyser mfg.
Inverters
Renewable power generation
Renewable power infrastructure
Lithium-ion storage cell, and energy storage system
Awarded PLI for a 300MW Electrolyser mfg. facility
Investment in renewable power projects and bidding pipeline
Investment
Key updates
Acquired EGPIPL for ₹ 792 Cr Won RUMSL's 170 MW project
₹ 650 Cr +
Up to ₹ 2,073 Cr
Up to ₹ 551 Cr
Up to ₹ 130 Cr
• Plant capacity4: 3.5 GWh • Operational by: Q2 FY27
• Plant capacity4: 300 MW • Operational by: Q2 FY27
• Plant capacity4: 3L
invertors/3 GW per annum
• Operational by: Q4 FY26
Market opportunity
500 GW RE capacity 2030 target1
236 GWh energy storage requirement in 2031-322
5 MMTPA 2030 target3 with NGHM
500 GW RE capacity 2030 target1
Source: 1. MNRE 2. National Electricity Plan 3. PIB 4.Potential to expand
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Accomplished Board of Directors
Dr. Hitesh Chimanlal Doshi Chairman & MD
Viren Chimanlal Doshi Whole Time Director
Hitesh Pranjivan Mehta Whole Time Director
• Founded the Group in 1990 and has
• Associated with the Company since
been instrumental in driving its growth
November 2007
• Oversees EPC operations of the solar
projects of Waaree
• Associated with the Company since 2011 as Director of Waaree Group • Extensive experience in engineering
solar and oil industries
Dr. Amit Paithankar Whole Time Director and CEO of Waaree Energies Limited
• Joined the company in Mar’24 • Previously associated with Emerson
Electric as a MD in South Asia
Sujit Kumar Varma Independent Director
• 35 years of experience in the
banking industry
• Associated with SBI in various
capacities since 1987
Jayesh Dhirajlal Shah Independent Director
Richa Manoj Goyal Independent Director
Rajendra Mohan Malla Independent Director
• 34+ years of experience in the field of taxation, audit, project finance & compliance
• Practicing charted accountant
• Currently the managing partner of the law firm Richa Goyal and Associates
• Practicing company secretary and
certified trademarks agent
• Previously associated with SIDBI Venture Capital, IDBI Capital and IDBI AMC
• MBA from the University of Delhi
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Experienced senior management team
Dr. Amit Paithankar Whole Time Director and CEO of Waaree Energies Limited
• Previously associated with Emerson Electric as an MD in South Asia
Sunil Rathi Director Sales
Jignesh Rathod Director Operations
Aditya Agarwal CEO, Battery
Anuj Sharma CEO, Hydrogen
• Responsible for overseeing
the sales functions
• Previously associated with
Vikram Solar Ltd
• Responsible for overseeing the operational functions at the various factories of the Company
• 30+ years of expertise with experience at JSW Energy, NTPC ltd etc.
• 27+ years of expertise with
experience at Linde Malaysia, Praxair India
Pawan Agarwal CEO, Infrastructure
Sonal Shrivastava Chief Financial Officer
Abhishek Pareek Group Head Finance
Gordon Brinser COO, Waaree Solar Americas
• Previously associated with Azure Power, Yes Bank, Crisil, etc.
• Previously associated with
Vedanta as a CFO
• Associated with the Company since 2017
• Previously associated with EnerSys as VP operations
• Previously associated with Shubhalakshmi Polyesters Limited as CFO
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Dr. Hitesh Chimanlal Doshi Chairman & MD
• Founded the Group in 1990 and has been instrumental in driving its growth
THANK YOU
ree Energies Limited Waa CIN: 29248MH1990PLC059463 L Name –Mr. Rohit Wade Title – General Manager-Investor Relations Email – rohitwade@waaree.com
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