In a landmark move for India’s clean energy and storage sector, Honda Motor Co Ltd has made a strategic equity investment in OMC Power, a distributed renewable energy company driving grassroots energy transition. The partnership combines Honda’s global technological expertise with OMC’s deep rural presence to accelerate its 1 GWp clean energy goal, advancing innovative models in energy storage and battery repurposing from the electric mobility ecosystem. The alliance supports Honda’s vision of carbon neutrality by 2050 and strengthens India’s clean energy and circular economy objectives.

Rohit Chandra, Co-Founder & CEO, OMC Power, said, “This partnership with Honda marks a pivotal moment in OMC’s journey. Together, we are unlocking a new era of sustainable innovation by integrating innovative energy storage solutions into our distributed energy systems. This model reflects the vision of Make in India and Aatma Nirbhar Bharat, driving local innovation, strengthening energy security, and enabling inclusive growth. By combining global expertise with India’s entrepreneurial spirit, we are building scalable solutions that will shape the future of storage based clean energy solutions.”

Building on successful pre-studies, Honda and OMC have showcased the potential of repurposing Honda’s detachable batteries, originally used in electric two- and three-wheelers—for innovative, storage-based clean energy solutions. Integrated with OMC’s systems, these batteries already power remote schools, clinics, telecom towers, small businesses, and solar rooftops. This pioneering model, set to launch by January 2026, will extend the lifecycle of EV batteries while meeting the growing demand for stationary energy storage.

Minoru Kato, Executive Officer, Chief Officer for Motorcycle and Power Products Operations, Honda Motor CO Ltd said, "Honda believes that electrified mobility products can contribute not only as a means of transportation but also to the advancement of energy systems for our customers and their local communities. In India, where the shift toward electric motorcycles is progressing, Honda will strive to establish a resource-circulating value chain by facilitating the repurposing of end-of-life electric motorcycle batteries. Through this initiative, with a comprehensive approach from the   perspective of both our products and business activities, Honda will contribute to addressing societal issues and making people’s daily lives more enjoyable.”

Through this strategic alliance, Honda and OMC will co-develop advanced energy storage solutions, establishing a new business vertical for OMC. The partnership will drive large-scale deployment of storage-based systems for mini grid stabilisation, telecom infrastructure, rooftop hybrid solar solutions, and other distributed energy applications. It will also strengthen OMC’s four core business areas: rooftop hybrid solar, energy storage for telecom, solar systems for commercial and industrial users, and mini grid technologies. Additionally, it will unlock new opportunities in India’s electric mobility value chain, positioning OMC as a key player in battery reuse and Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) models.