SJVN Limited (SJVN)

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Summary from May 2024

SJVN Limited Conference Call Summary (May 29, 2024)

Financial Results and AchievementsQ4 FY24 Results: Management discussed financial outcomes for the quarter. • Installed Capacity: Increased to 2,377 megawatts with two new solar projects. • Recent Achievements: • Four projects dedicated by the Prime Minister. • Acquisition of five solar projects totaling 2,252 megawatts.

Future Plans and GoalsJoint Ventures: Formation for renewable energy projects. • Credit Facility: Secured ₹10,000 crore for future projects. • Long-term Capacity Targets: • 25,000 megawatts by 2030. • 50,000 megawatts by 2040.

Project UpdatesBuxar Thermal Power Project: • One unit operational in Q3 FY '26, second in Q4 FY '26. • Nepal Project: 900 MW targeted for October-November 2025. • Incentive Income: Decrease from ₹253.92 crore to ₹182 crore due to government restrictions.

Challenges and ConcernsShortfall: 250 million units against design energy target, ₹41 crore billed for shortfall. • Depreciation Issues: Increased due to asset impairments in wind projects. • Land Acquisition: Ongoing issues affecting Buxar and Arun-3 projects.

Capacity Additions and Financial OutlookProjected Capacity Additions: • FY '25: 3,700 megawatts (1,320 MW thermal, 2,498 MW renewables). • FY '26: 5,506 megawatts (1,176 MW hydro, 4,330 MW renewables). • CAPEX Expectations: ₹12,000 crore for both FY '25 and FY '26.

Additional NotesJoint Venture with Indian Oil Corporation: Focus on green energy and hydrogen. • Regulated Equity: Total of ₹15,438 crore, specific to current projects. • No Tenders for Pump Storage: Expected to award projects in FY '25-'26.

Conclusion • Management expressed confidence in meeting long-term capacity targets despite current delays and challenges.

Summary from February 2024

SJVN Limited Q3 FY2024 Conference Call Summary

Financial ResultsInstalled Capacity: 2,227 MW • New Projects: • 175 MW solar project in Uttar Pradesh • 60 MW hydro project in Uttarakhand • Revenue Contribution: Additional Rs. 270 Crores • Revenue Decrease: 2.7% overall • Profit After Tax: Decreased by Rs. 155.64 Crores

Future PlansRenewable Energy Projects: Plans to add 240 MW in the current quarter • Construction Finance: Secured Rs. 10,000 Crores for upcoming projects • Long-term Goals: • 25,000 MW by 2030 • 50,000 MW by 2040

Project UpdatesUnder Construction: 2,060 MW across 11 projects, with commissioning expected in 2024 and 2025 • Lowest Bidder Projects: 5.2 GW awaiting Letter of Award (LOA) • Hydro Project in Nepal: Agreement for short-term sales signed; long-term contracts being finalized

Challenges and ConcernsHydro Generation Impact: Decreased due to low precipitation; optimism for recovery next year • HP Water Cess Issue: Currently in court • Project Costs: • Buxar: Approximately Rs. 10,400 Crores • Arun 3: Expected between Rs. 8,500 to 9,000 Crores

Project TimelinesArun 3 Completion: Expected by February 2025 • Buxar First Unit: Set for June 2024 • Bikaner: Completion expected by December 2024

Strategic GoalsPower Purchase Agreements (PPAs): Ongoing negotiations • Market Strategies: Focus on securing 4 to 5 GW from a government target of 40 GW • Capacity Target: Aim for 12 GW by the end of FY 2026

Conclusion • Management expressed confidence in growth strategy and project completions, thanking participants for their engagement.

Summary from November 2023

SJVN Limited Q2 FY24 Conference Call Summary

Conference Call Overview • Date: November 9, 2023 • Moderated by: Rupesh Sankhe (Elara Securities) • Key Personnel: • N.L. Sharma (Chairman and Managing Director) • A.K. Singh (Director Finance)

Financial Performance HighlightsTotal Generation: Decreased by 3% due to lower water discharge and flooding. • Revenue: Slight decline in revenue from operations; total income increased due to higher other income. • Profit: • Profit before tax rose marginally. • Profit after tax decreased slightly.

Future Plans and InitiativesCapacity Expansion: Plans to add 10,000 MW over the next three years. • Renewable Energy Implementation Agency (REIA): Designated by the Government of India to coordinate renewable energy projects and earn commissions. • Tender Plans: Aim to float tenders for 10 GW of capacity annually.

Key DiscussionsPayment Security Measures: • SJVN will create a payment security fund and establish tripartite agreements with DISCOMs. • Risk of default will not lie with SJVN.

Capacity Expansion Details: • Current capacity: 2,000 MW, projected to increase to 12,000 MW. • 4,500 MW under construction. • Updates on Arun-3 and Buxar projects with commissioning expected in the next financial year and September-October 2024, respectively.

Ongoing Government Discussions: • Implementation agreements for three under-construction projects with Himachal Pradesh government. • Consent received from DISCOMs for 1,500 MW capacity.

Analyst InquiriesAnnual Capacity Addition Feasibility: • Optimism expressed regarding achieving 10 GW annually due to increasing energy demand and advantages of solar and wind energy models.

Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs): • Ongoing negotiations for projects like Nathparamodi and Arun-3, with a preference for shorter-term agreements. • Legal dispute regarding water sales charges under judicial review.

Renewable Integration Agreement (RIA): • Long-term PPAs (25 years) involving a mix of solar, wind, and battery storage.

Capital Expenditure • Current year target: INR 10,000 crores (INR 3,800 crores already spent). • Projected target for next year: INR 12,000 crores.

Conclusion • The call concluded with thanks and well wishes for Diwali.

Summary from August 2023

SJVN Limited Q1 FY24 Conference Call Summary

Financial ResultsQ1 FY24 Performance: • Installed capacity: 2,100 MW • Power generation decreased by 25% (2,061 million units vs. 2,735 million units last year) • Revenue from operations fell from INR 1,006 crores to INR 664 crores • Profit before tax decreased by 41% • Profit after tax dropped by 55% • Net worth increased by 2.6% • Receivables reduced from INR 1,058 crores to INR 329 crores

Capacity Expansion PlansFuture Capacity Goals: • Target to exceed 10,000 MW in three years and reach 25 GW by 2030 • Upcoming projects include: • Naitwar Mori (60 MW) • Buxar Thermal Power Plant (660 MW) • Various solar projects totaling over 5,200 MW

Project Costs and FocusCost Estimates: • Buxar: INR 10,400 crores • Arun-3: INR 6,000 crores (generation) + INR 1,600 crores (transmission) • Renewable Energy Focus: • Expected equity IRRs for solar projects: 12% to 15% • Debt rate around 8%

Hydro Projects in Arunachal PradeshRecent Awards: • Five projects totaling 5,097 MW • Significant investment for Etalin project (3,097 MW): INR 40,000 crores • Attunli project (680 MW): INR 9,000 crores investment • Challenges: • Potential local opposition and legal challenges acknowledged

Project Management and EfficiencyLand and Transmission: • Issues largely resolved; land acquisition progressing well • Phased approach to enhance project management efficiency

Financial Strategy and ProjectionsFunding and Revenue Projections: • MOU for INR 50,000 crores to support renewable projects • Revenue expected to rise to INR 14,000 to INR 15,000 crores in three years • Profit margins anticipated to grow, especially from hydro projects

Capital Expenditure UpdatesProject Progress: • Buxar: 78-79% complete, commissioning in March and September 2024 • Arun-3: 70% complete, expected late 2024 • Luhri Stage-1 and Dhulasidh: 55-60% complete • Bikaner solar project: 40% complete

Debt and EquityFinancial Overview: • Regulated equity: INR 6,200 crores, expected to reach INR 14,000 crores upon completion • Consolidated debt projected to rise from INR 15,000 crores to INR 27,000-28,000 crores in three years

Conclusion • Management expressed confidence in project timelines and financial strategies, with a commitment to transparency in future updates.

Summary from May 2023

SJVN Limited Conference Call Summary (May 23, 2023)

Financial PerformanceCapital Expenditure: INR 8,240 crores, 70% CAGR over six years. • Record Revenues: INR 3,298 crores, 25% increase year-over-year. • Profit After Tax: Increased by 40% to INR 1,363 crores. • Q4 Generation: 7% decrease due to adverse climatic conditions.

Project UpdatesSolar Projects Transfer: Total capacity of 2,758 MW planned; 179 MW operational. • SJVN Green Energy Net Worth: Approximately INR 2,500 crores. • Buxar Project: INR 7,500 crores spent; first unit by March 2024, second by May-June 2024. • Nepal Project: INR 4,200 crores spent; commissioning expected between March and September 2024.

Regulatory and Financial ConsiderationsPower Purchase Agreements (PPAs): Ongoing discussions focusing on flexible models. • New Water Cess: Imposed by Himachal government; confirmed as a pass-through cost in PPAs. • Incentives Received: Totaling INR 305 crores, primarily from capacity incentives.

Solar and Hydro ProjectsViability Gap Funding (VGF): Funding received during construction for projects like the 1000 MW solar project in Bikaner. • Hydro Projects: Two operational, five under construction, with over 10 more planned. • Challenges: Approval delays and community resistance, especially in Arunachal Pradesh.

Future Capacity and InvestmentsCapital Expenditure Allocation: INR 3,000 crores for renewables, INR 2,800 crores for hydro. • Future Capacity Additions: 1,500 MW in FY '24 and 1,200 MW in FY '25. • Hydro Capacity Target: 25,000 MW by 2030, with 10 pump storage projects totaling 12,790 MW planned. • Estimated Investment: Around INR 50,000 crores for future projects.

ConclusionRegulated Equity: Approximately INR 6,193 crores for ongoing projects. • Quarterly Updates: Suggestion for more detailed updates on project progress.

Summary from February 2023

SJVN Limited Conference Call Summary (February 7, 2023)

Financial Results for Q3 FY2023Generation Decrease: 5.7% decline due to lower rainfall; 1,394.9 million units generated. • Revenue: Slight increase of 0.2% to ₹551.67 Crores. • Total Income: Rose by 19% to ₹723 Crores. • Profit Before Tax (PBT): Increased by 4.5% to ₹316 Crores. • Profit After Tax (PAT): Surged by 25% to ₹291 Crores. • Nine-Month Performance: Revenue from operations up 16%, total income up 21%, PAT up 38%.

Project UpdatesSunni Dam Hydroelectric Project: Approved; total projects under construction now 14 (12 generation, 2 transmission) with 4,323 MW capacity. • Buxar and Nepal Projects: Progressing despite challenges; commissioning target set for March 2024. • Land Acquisition Issues: Local and state administrations involved; resolution expected soon.

Financial StrategiesSecuritization of 10 Billion: Funds for equity infusion and debt requirements, not for dividends. • Exit from Kholongchhu Project: Due to management stalemates; equity and interest successfully retrieved.

Future PlansPower Generation Capacity: Targeting 5,000 MW by end of financial year. • Naitwar Mori Project: Expected commissioning by March 2023; PPA not yet signed. • Renewable Energy Portfolio: 179.5 MW operational, 1,385 MW under construction, exploring 10,000 MW initiative in Rajasthan.

Solar Projects and DividendsOperating Margins for Solar: Estimated around 60%. • EPC Costs: Developers bear module price changes; no pass-through mechanism. • Dividend Policy: Adhering to government guidelines; maintaining at least 5% of net worth or 30% of PAT.

Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)Project Portfolio: Over 1,000 MW of the 1,385 MW under construction have signed or likely PPAs. • Competitive Bidding: Mandatory PPAs ensure lowest rate power supply.

Closing RemarksEPC Tenders: All major tenders awarded; electromechanical package for Sunni Dam in process. • Acknowledgment: Closing remarks by Rupesh Sankhe, thanking participants.