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Solar-powered Pay-Per-Use irrigation, and climate-smart farm advisory services for smallholder farmers
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Oorja is a Farming-as-a-Service company working at the intersection between clean energy and sustainable agriculture. It acts as a multi-utility providing affordable solar-powered irrigation, milling and cooling services to smallholder farmers on a Pay-Per-Use (PPU) basis, in weak-grid areas of northern India. We are proud to have pioneered the inclusive and customer-centric PPU model for producti

ve use appliances in agriculture to eliminate the upfront technology acquisition cost barrier for last-mile BoP farmers, with less than 2 acres landholding and incomes of around INR 60,000 per year. Oorja finances, installs, operates and maintains decentralised solar assets at/near the farm and through its three services reduces energy costs, increases productivity and income and mitigates CO2e emissions, building climate resilience for farmers. Our mission is empower 1 million farmers globally by 2030 with the agricultural services they need to sustainably increase their income and quality of life.

10/04/2026

Shining Star Spotlight of the Month! 🌟

We’re proud to celebrate Abhishek Pandey as our Star of the Month for March! Abhishek is known for his strong team support, sense of responsibility, and proactive approach to helping others.

Abhishek plays a key role in maintaining accurate and well-organised pump revenue records while supporting team members in effectively managing and tracking their work. He consistently makes an effort to understand people’s challenges and steps in to help resolve them, contributing positively across the team. His reliability, attention to detail, and collaborative spirit make him an integral part of the organisation.

Thank you, Abhishek, for your dedication and valuable contributions. Your efforts truly make a difference! 🙌

20/03/2026

Join us in welcoming Pawan Awasthi to the Oorja team.

Pawan joined us as our Business Development Officer. He brings a strong background in research and data-driven strategy, along with a genuine passion for impact-focused work. Before joining Oorja, he worked as a Research Analyst, where he developed valuable skills in data evaluation and strategic insights.

At Oorja, he will be supporting our mission to expand sustainable energy solutions and strengthen community impact. We’re glad to have you on board, Pawan!

13/03/2026

We are proud to share the publication of Beyond Irrigation: Harnessing the Untapped Potential of Solar Pumps, a report that presents the findings of an experimental field study to assess the possibilities of secondary use of solar energy generated from solar pumps.

The study was funded by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) and implemented by Oorja across our operational districts in Uttar Pradesh to evaluate whether spare solar energy from irrigation pumps can be channelled into village grain mills to generate deeper social and economic value.

Using a matched-pair cluster randomised design covering over 500 households across 20 villages, the research examines adoption patterns, cost implications, gender dynamics, food behaviour, and the policy relevance of secondary-use models. A strong Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) lens was integrated into the study, with dedicated analysis on women’s mobility, access to milling services, and how infrastructure design influences everyday decision-making.

The report was co-authored by Sejal Agarwal (Impact Manager) and Hridya V M (Senior Project Associate) from Oorja, along with colleagues from IISD. We extend our sincere thanks to the IISD team and all participating communities who made this research possible.

Read the full report here: https://shorturl.at/OkWqt

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08/03/2026

This , we’re reflecting on a simple but often overlooked reality of Indian agriculture.

Across rural India, women play a crucial role in sustaining agriculture. They sow, harvest, and manage farms every day. Many take on even greater responsibilities as more men migrate to cities for work. Yet despite their central role in agriculture, women farmers remain largely invisible in conversations about agriculture, technology adoption, and farming policy.

If we are serious about building climate-resilient agriculture, we cannot ignore the farmers who sustain it.

In our latest blog, our Communications Associate Argha Ghose explores why recognising women farmers and improving their access to irrigation, knowledge, and agricultural services is essential for stronger farms, resilient livelihoods, and a more inclusive agricultural future.

Read the full blog here: https://tinyurl.com/5cjhz4vs

03/03/2026

Shining Star Spotlight of the Month!

We’re proud to recognise Brijesh Kumar Trivedi as the Star Employee for February. Brijesh is known for his helpful nature, strong sense of responsibility, and unwavering team spirit.

Brijesh consistently steps forward to support his colleagues, whether assisting with dues collection, completing urgent tasks, or helping team members across departments. No matter the field or challenge, he takes ownership and ensures the work is completed diligently and on time. With his positive attitude, clear communication, and commitment to teamwork, Brijesh truly strengthens the entire organisation.

Thank you, Brijesh, for your dedication, reliability, and continuous support. Your efforts make a meaningful difference every day.

02/03/2026

Welcoming Our New Team Members!

We are delighted to welcome three new colleagues to the Oorja team.

Sudhakar Pandey - Customer Success Officer
Sudhakar comes from Bahraich and holds a B.Sc degree. He previously worked as a Sales Executive at a building material distribution firm in Lucknow, where he developed strong customer engagement and field coordination skills. Speaking about his new role, Sudhakar shares, “This role is exactly what I was looking for. It provides an environment where I can use my skills and continue learning. I am excited to further my career with Oorja.”

Deepak Kumar - Customer Success Officer
Deepak is a BA graduate from Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh. He has worked with the Government of India, mobilising young children and encouraging school enrolment and continued education. His experience in community outreach adds depth to our field engagement efforts. In his free time, Deepak enjoys travelling, listening to old songs, and playing cricket.

Harsh*t Singh - Business Development Officer
Harsh*t is a graduate with professional experience in the banking sector. He previously worked in the collections department at Federal Bank, gaining hands-on experience in financial operations and client coordination. Also from Bahraich, Harsh*t brings a grounded and community-oriented perspective to his work. Outside of work, he enjoys playing Kabaddi and listening to music, reflecting his energetic and balanced personality.

We are excited to have Sudhakar, Deepak, and Harsh*t on board, and we wish them a long and rewarding career at Oorja.

23/02/2026

Many farmers across our operational districts traditionally grow one or two staple crops in a season, mainly wheat, paddy or sugarcane. This isn’t only because of irrigation constraints, but also due to limited access to knowledge about high-value crops, scientific cultivation methods, input preparation and crop management.

Over the past few years, this has started to shift. With regular support from Oorja’s Farmer Advisory team, farmers are gradually diversifying their cropping patterns. Many now grow peas, potatoes, capsicum, cabbage and even flowers alongside staples. Instead of leaving land fallow after harvesting wheat or paddy, they are planning additional crop cycles.

Crop diversification is helping farmers spread risk, improve land use across seasons and create additional income opportunities while contributing to better soil health.

10/02/2026

Women in rural India are not held back by lack of skill or willingness. They are held back by norms that question their competence, load them with unpaid care work, and quietly pass opportunity to men.

Our recent household survey in Barabanki, Uttar Pradesh, surfaced how deeply these barriers run, across income levels. From self-doubt shaped by years of exclusion, to families discouraging women from earning in the name of status, the constraints are structural, not personal.

In this blog, Hridya VM, Senior Project Associate at Oorja, reflects on these realities and shares what changes when women are given time, training, and trust. Including the story of Shanthi Devi, whose leadership as a water operator reshaped both payment discipline and community perception.

Read the full blog here: https://lght.ly/1eg9kh0

04/02/2026

📢 We’re hiring: Engineering Manager

Oorja is looking for an Engineering Manager to lead the deployment and operations of our solar irrigation systems across rural India.

✅ Key responsibilities:
Lead site installation, testing, and commissioning of solar pumping systems
Oversee civil works, electrical safety, quality control, and troubleshooting
Manage O&M using IoT-based monitoring tools and maintain technical logs
Identify and onboard EPC partners for projects across the country
Manage procurement, liaise and negotiate with suppliers and oversee delivery of equipment
Undertake inventory management and supervise warehousing
Recruit, train, and supervise field solar technicians

🎓 Qualifications:
BTech/BE in Electrical or Electronics Engineering
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with solar PV systems
Strong field experience in installations, O&M, and troubleshooting
Willingness to work in a field-intensive role (motorcycle and a valid license required)

📍 Location: Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh
📅 Apply by: 15 February 2026
📝 Full JD: https://shorturl.at/z0ITU
🔗 Apply here: www.oorjasolutions.org/apply-now

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03/02/2026

Shining Star Spotlight of the Month! 🌟

We are proud to recognise Anup Kumar Yadav as the Star Employee for January for his leadership and dedication.

Team members have consistently appreciated Anup for his strong sense of accountability and his ability to bring people together across functions. In his role as the Field Operations Manager, Anup effectively connects Oorja’s field teams with the head office, leading our ground teams while also supporting key Farmer Advisory functions. Colleagues value the way he prioritises farmers, treats everyone with fairness, and stands firmly with the team during challenging situations. His hard work, on-ground presence, and supportive leadership have strengthened collaboration, morale, and trust across the organisation.

Thank you, Anup, for the leadership and commitment that your team so clearly recognises and values. We are proud to celebrate your contribution and impact at Oorja. 🙌

20/01/2026

🌞 Welcoming our newly appointed Solar Pump Operators in Bahraich district of Uttar Pradesh!

These local community members will oversee the daily operations of Oorja’s solar irrigation systems, ensuring timely irrigation scheduling, basic maintenance, and customer support. Each operator has been carefully selected and trained to manage the assets effectively and collect payments, ensuring smooth and reliable service delivery to fellow farmers.

As we continue to scale Oorja’s affordable irrigation and climate-smart farm advisory services, we remain committed to creating meaningful livelihood opportunities in last-mile rural communities. All new operators are smallholder farmers themselves, now gaining access to a steady secondary income while contributing to local agricultural resilience.

This initiative supports our broader vision of sustainable development and aligns with the United Nations – Decent Work and Economic Growth.

We wish them success in their roles and a rewarding journey with Oorja.

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55, 2nd Floor, Lane 2, Westend Marg, Saidullajab, Near Saket Metro Station
Delhi
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https://www.oorjasolutions.org/

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