Solar-Powered Screens: Allu Cinemas, Kokapet Adopts Clean Energy with Freyr Energy

Allu Cinemas, in partnership with Freyr Energy, has commissioned a 727 kW rooftop solar system at its Kokapet facility. The project is expected to meet 60 per cent of energy needs, cut power costs significantly and reduce 750 tonnes of CO₂ annually.

Hyderabad: In a significant step towards sustainable infrastructure in the entertainment sector, Allu Cinemas, Kokapet (Narsingi) and Freyr Energy – India’s leading rooftop solar company have partnered to commission a 727kW solar power system at the facility with an investment of Rs.2,27,60,000.

This installation marks one of the largest solar deployments for a cinema facility in the region. The newly installed solar system is designed to meet approximately 60% of the cinema’s energy requirements, resulting in a reduction in electricity costs from Rs.52 lakh annually to approximately Rs. 5 lakh.

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This translates into estimated annual savings of Rs.77–80 lakhs, showcasing the strong financial viability of solar adoption for large-scale commercial establishments. The installation is expected to significantly reduce an estimated 750 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually.

Radhika Choudary, Co-Founder, Freyr Energy said, “In an age where sustainability is paramount, solar system for movie theatres emerges as a strategic choice.”

Producer Allu Aravind from Allu Cinemas said, “Cinemas are high energy-consuming spaces, and this transition allows us to significantly optimise electricity usage while improving long-term operational efficiency.”