New Delhi: NLC India Limited (NLCIL), a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) through its wholly-owned green energy subsidiary, NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL).
The partnership is aimed at exploring opportunities at the intersection of renewable energy, green digital infrastructure and advanced computing technologies.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was exchanged during SemiCon India 2026 in New Delhi, bringing together NLCIL’s growing renewable energy capabilities with C-DAC’s expertise in advanced computing and digital technologies.
NLC India, C-DAC Exchange MoU at SemiCon India 2026
The MoU was exchanged by Ramachandra Parashar, Director, NIRL, and Dr. S.D. Sudarsan, Executive Director, C-DAC.
The exchange took place in the presence of:
- Amitesh Kumar Sinha, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
- R.P.S. Sisodia, Director (Planning & Projects), NLCIL
The partnership provides a framework for the two organisations to explore potential technology and infrastructure opportunities involving clean energy and advanced digital technologies.
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Renewable Energy-Powered Data Centres Among Key Areas
A major area of collaboration under the MoU is the exploration of state-of-the-art data centres powered by renewable energy.
NIRL brings capabilities in renewable energy projects, particularly in:
- Solar energy
- Wind energy
- Energy storage
C-DAC, meanwhile, contributes its expertise in advanced computing, digital technologies and research and development.
The partnership will explore technology support and consultancy for renewable energy-powered data centres designed to enable sustainable and energy-efficient digital infrastructure.
Partnership to Explore AI, HPC and Quantum Computing
Beyond renewable energy-powered data centres, the MoU also provides opportunities for joint initiatives in emerging and strategic technology areas.
These include:
- High-Performance Computing (HPC)
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Quantum Computing
- Advanced digital technologies
- Renewable energy-based digital infrastructure
By combining renewable energy capabilities with advanced computing research and development, the partnership seeks to explore solutions that bring together the energy and digital technology sectors.
Focus on Green and Energy-Efficient Digital Infrastructure
The growing demand for data centres and advanced computing infrastructure also increases the need for reliable and sustainable energy sources.
Through the collaboration, NLCIL, through NIRL, and C-DAC will explore opportunities where renewable energy can support the development and operation of advanced digital infrastructure.
The proposed approach could help integrate clean energy capabilities with high-performance digital systems while supporting energy-efficient infrastructure.
Partnership Aligns with Digital India and Atmanirbhar Bharat
The collaboration aligns with India’s broader vision of developing a secure, sustainable and technology-driven digital ecosystem.
It also contributes to the objectives of:
- Digital India
- Atmanirbhar Bharat
- Expansion of renewable energy
- Development of advanced computing capabilities
- Sustainable digital infrastructure
The partnership brings together two areas that are increasingly important for India’s technology and energy transition — clean power and advanced computing.
NLC India Strengthens Renewable Energy and New-Age Focus
Through NIRL, NLCIL is expanding its focus beyond its traditional energy operations and exploring opportunities in the renewable energy sector and emerging technologies.
The company’s green energy subsidiary is developing capabilities across renewable energy, including solar, wind and energy storage, which can provide a foundation for exploring new applications in digital infrastructure.
The collaboration with C-DAC provides an opportunity to explore new-age projects where renewable energy and advanced computing technologies can be integrated.
Key Highlights of the NLCIL-C-DAC Partnership
- Partners: NLC India Renewables Limited and C-DAC
- Parent Organisation: NLC India Limited
- NLCIL Status: Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise
- Administrative Ministry: Ministry of Coal, Government of India
- MoU Venue: SemiCon India 2026, New Delhi
- Key Focus: Green digital infrastructure and advanced computing
- Potential Data Centre Focus: Renewable energy-powered data centres
- Technology Areas: HPC, AI and Quantum Computing
- Renewable Energy Areas: Solar, wind and energy storage
- Broader Objectives: Digital India and Atmanirbhar Bharat
About NLC India Limited
NLC India Limited (NLCIL) is a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India. The company is involved in energy and mining operations and is expanding its presence in renewable energy through its wholly-owned subsidiary, NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL).
About C-DAC
The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) is a premier research and development organisation under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). It works on advanced computing, electronics and digital technologies, including areas such as High-Performance Computing, Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies.
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