Sustainable Procurement at Mahindra Susten: A Case Study

At the heart of every successful solar installation is a web of decisions—about materials, vendors, logistics, and timing. For Mahindra Susten, a leading name among utility-scale solar developers in India, these decisions aren’t just technical, they’re ethical. 

Procurement, often overlooked in flashy project highlights, plays a starring role in ensuring that each of Susten’s solar EPC projects in India delivers not just energy but impact. With 4.2 GWp+ engineered, and projects spread across 61 locations and 5 countries, the brand's approach to EPC and project development reflects both scale and sustainability. 

The Role of Procurement in Renewable EPC 

In the landscape of large-scale solar EPC companies, sustainable procurement is more than a strategic advantage, it’s a necessity. As utility-scale solar developers in India, Mahindra Susten’s Supply Chain Management (SCM) team plays a mission-critical role in shaping responsible project delivery. 

Comprising a dedicated group of procurement professionals and material specialists, the SCM team works closely with EPC and project development units. This collaboration begins at the earliest stages of the project lifecycle. From identifying key technical requirements to shortlisting qualified suppliers and conducting rigorous evaluations, the team ensures that only quality, ethically sourced components make it into the value chain. 

Sustainable Procurement in Action 

Mahindra Susten’s SCM team isn't just optimising cost and delivery, it’s driving green sourcing. The team negotiates favorable pricing and delivery terms while upholding environmental and ethical sourcing standards. This delicate balance is maintained through: 

  • Engaging with vendors who align with global sustainability practices 
  • Prioritising local sourcing to reduce carbon footprints 
  • Selecting recyclable and energy-efficient materials where possible 
  • Ensuring suppliers meet stringent compliance and quality benchmarks 

These practices are critical in building infrastructure that lasts - across diverse geographies and extreme environmental conditions. 

Delivering Scale Without Compromise 

Executing projects across 61+ locations with a team of 50+ engineers, Mahindra Susten has demonstrated that scale and sustainability can go hand in hand. As one of the leading solar EPC project developers in India, the organization’s ability to balance rapid execution with responsible sourcing sets it apart in the competitive solar landscape. 

The procurement strategy isn’t static either, it’s constantly evolving with changing regulatory frameworks, material innovations, and global supply dynamics. This agility is especially important in today’s volatile raw materials environment and shifting policy landscape in India and abroad. 

Looking Ahead: A Model for the Industry 

As the renewable energy sector in India accelerates, sustainable procurement will be a decisive factor in long-term success. Mahindra Susten continues to lead this charge, making a compelling case for integrating sustainability deep into the veins of solar EPC projects in India. 

Sustainable procurement isn’t just an internal metric, it’s a statement. Mahindra Susten continues to raise the bar for large-scale solar EPC companies by proving that responsible sourcing can go hand-in-hand with timely, high-quality execution. 

This case study offers a blueprint for other large-scale solar EPC companies: quality doesn’t have to come at the cost of conscience. With thoughtful sourcing, transparent vendor partnerships, and a collaborative approach to execution, the future of renewable infrastructure can be both efficient and ethical. 

 

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

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