Category Archives: Rooftop

STATE WISE LIST OF LOWEST DISCOVERED PRICES (TENTATIVE) FOR SECI 500 MW ROOFTOP TENDER

Posted on October 25, 2016 by Ritesh Pothan

STATE WISE LIST OF LOWEST DISCOVERED PRICES (TENTATIVE) FOR SECI 500 MW ROOFTOP TENDER S.No Name of the State State wise lowest Price discovered PART A (Rs./kW) PART B (Rs/kWhr) PART C (Rs./kW) 1 Andaman & Nicobar Islands 74950 2 Andhra Pradesh 59950 5.25 62100 3 Bihar 71900 71270 4 Chandigarh 55500 3 … Continue reading →

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Presentation at SuryaCon Oct 4th 2016, The Westin, Koregaon Park.

Posted on October 19, 2016 by Ritesh Pothan

Click Here for the Natural Group_Presentation at SuryaCon-pune-2016 To Summarize The Future of Solar in India depends on Energy Storage Distributed Local Generation Base Load Replacement Solutions Solar Irrigation Improved Grid Efficiency Household Generation Grid Independence

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Rooftops – Indian Solar’s New Frontier by Ritesh Pothan

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Ritesh Pothan

Rooftops – Indian Solar’s New Frontier Post 2009, Solar has been buzzing with medium as well as large projects and has recently crossed 6500MW at the end of March 2016, though installed capacity with rooftops currently at less than 0.25% … Continue reading →

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Policy for Net-Metering based Solar Rooftop Applications, Madhya Pradesh, 20

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Ritesh Pothan

MP finally comes up with a draft for rooftop solar albeit lacklustre, just the few provisions below are barely adequate as a plan INCENTIVES Installation of SRPs under the policy shall be exempted from banking, wheeling and cross- subsidy surcharges … Continue reading →

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SECI DRAFT 1000 MW GRID CONNECTED ROOF TOP SOLAR PV SCHEME FOR GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS UNDER CAPEX AND RESCO MODELS

Posted on August 22, 2016 by Ritesh Pothan

SOLAR ENERGY CORPORATION OF INDIA LIMITED DRAFT 1000 MW GRID CONNECTED ROOF TOP SOLAR PV SCHEME FOR GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS UNDER CAPEX AND RESCO MODELS Scheme with aggregate capacity of 1000 MWp rooftop solar PV system.  Two Models – CAPEX … Continue reading →

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Programme/ Scheme wise Physical Progress in 2016-17 (& during the month of June, 2016)

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Ritesh Pothan

Ministry of New & Renewable Energy Programme/ Scheme wise Physical Progress in 2016-17 (& during the month of June, 2016) Sector FY- 2016-17 Cumulative Achievements Target Achievement (as on 30.06.2016) I.   GRID-INTERACTIVE POWER (CAPACITIES IN MW) Wind Power 4000.00 373.95 … Continue reading →

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National Solar Mission – Implementation of State-Level Solar Rooftop Photovoltaic Programs in India – Best Practise Guide

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Ritesh Pothan

National Solar Mission Implementation of State-Level Solar Rooftop Photovoltaic Programs in India The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India has announced an ambitious solar target of 100,000 megawatts (MW) installed capacity by 2022, of which 40,000 … Continue reading →

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Karnataka’s rooftop solar scam: 9 executive engineers suspended

Posted on July 7, 2016 by Ritesh Pothan

 BENGALURU: Jolted by a rooftop solar power project scam, the Karnataka government on Wednesday ordered the suspension of nine executive engineers from three electricity supply companies for having executed fake power purchase agreements (PPAs).  Briefing reporters here, power minister D … Continue reading →

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Implementation of 500 MW Grid Connected Roof Top Solar PV System Scheme in Different States of India

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Ritesh Pothan

The bidding process under this Rooftop scheme is for 500 MWp comprising of CAPEX Model (300 MWp) & RESCO Model (200 MWp) The bidding process under this rooftop scheme is for PART-A (CAPEX Only), PART-B (RESCO Only) and Part – … Continue reading →

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Determination of Tariff for Procurement of Power by Distribution Licensees and Others from Solar Energy Projects for the State of Gujarat

Posted on April 22, 2016 by Ritesh Pothan

Determination of Tariff for Procurement of Power by Distribution Licensees and Others from Solar Energy Projects for the State of Gujarat. GERC_order_no._3_of_2015

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Central Financial Assistance (Subsidy) Eligibility for Solar Rooftop Projects

Posted on March 17, 2016 by Ritesh Pothan

SI. No. Category Coverage of buildings Central Financial Assistance/Achievement linked Incentives & awards (i) Residential All types of residential buildings CFA upto 30% of benchmark cost for General Category States/UTs and upto 70% of benchmark cost for Special Category States i.e., … Continue reading →

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The WTO Just Ruled Against India’s Booming Solar Program

Posted on February 26, 2016 by Ritesh Pothan

Cartoon by Courtenay Lewis On the heels of the recent global summit in Paris to tackle climate disruption, the World Trade Organization (WTO) has ruled against an important piece of the climate solution puzzle: India’s ambitious program to create homegrown … Continue reading →

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Summary of Maharashtra Net Metering for Roof-top Solar Photo Voltaic Systems) Regulations, 2015

Posted on December 21, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

By Sagar Durgavale Summary of Net Metering for Roof-top Solar PhotoVoltaic Systems) Regulations, 2015 Particulars Remarks Eligible Consumer Consumer of electricity in the area of supply of the Distribution Licensee having a capacity < 1 MW Net Metering arrangement _Permitted first … Continue reading →

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MNRE brings back 30% subsidy for Solar Rooftops but excludes Commercial and Industrial establishments

Posted on December 11, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

In a surprising move, MNRE has brought back the 30% subsidy on Solar Rooftops but has excluded Industrial and Commercial Establishments. CFA Notice Grid Connected Rooftop Notice 19/11/2015 Subject: Installation  of  Grid  Connected          Solar  Rooftop  Power  Plants  – Central Financial … Continue reading →

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Draft of Indian Renewable Energy Act 2015

Posted on July 16, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Request for comments/observations/feed-back on the Draft Renewable Energy Act 2015 In October 2014, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) had constituted an Expert Committee to provide a draft Renewable Energy Act. The Committee met on 7 November 2014, … Continue reading →

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Price bid opening of 24 MW Grid Connected Roof Top Solar PV Projects

Posted on July 15, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Solar Energy Corporation of India New Delhi-17 10-07-2015 Subject: Price bid opening of 24 MW Grid Connected Roof Top Solar PV Projects (Phase-IV-Part-2) In reference to RFS No: SECI/Cont./SRT-IV-P1/74/2014 dated 27.02.2015 ,this is to kindly inform that bidders are qualified … Continue reading →

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Govt sets an ambitious target of 40GW by 2022 for Solar Rooftops and allocates 750 MWp rooftop subsidy to SECI

Posted on July 6, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Allocation  of target  for 750 MWp grid connected solar rooftop projects with subsidy and 500 MWp without subsidy to Solar Energy Corporation of India Government  of India has set a target of installing  40 GW grid connected  solar rooftop systems in … Continue reading →

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Determination of generic levellised tariffs for Solar PV Projects (Draft) under Regulation 17 of the Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

The tariff so determined in respect the current financial year shall apply for the FY 2016-17 also in cases where PPA is signed by 31.03.2016 and the entire capacity covered by the PPA is commissioned on or before 31.03.2017. The Commission however observes that … Continue reading →

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Joint Regulatory Commission for Goa and Union territories (JERC) has determined the solar tariff for ground-mounted and rooftop solar projects

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Tariff is applicable for projects in the State of Goa and the Union Territories of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu, Lakshadweep, and Puducherry. Click Here for the Full document

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Sunrise sector steers ahead

Posted on June 4, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

It is the country’s biggest initiative to make the most of sunny days. Initiated as part of the National Action Plan on Climate Change, the Solar Mission has propelled the country to new heights as far as clean energy is … Continue reading →

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Maharashtra govt clears new renewable energy policy

Posted on June 3, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

The Maharashtra state cabinet on Tuesday passed the New and Renewable Energy Policy 2015 and has set a target of generating 14,400 MW… The Maharashtra state cabinet on Tuesday passed the New and Renewable Energy Policy 2015 and has set … Continue reading →

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TELANGANA SOLAR POWER POLICY 2015

Posted on May 26, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

APPLICABILITY OF THE POLICY This solar policy shall be applicable for the following solar projects set up within the state- 1) Solar Power Projects (SPPs) a) Grid connected solar power projects based on both Photo Voltaic (PV) as well as … Continue reading →

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PSERC regulations for Grid Connected Rooftop Solar Photo Voltaic (SPV) Systems based on Net Metering

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission Notification The 7th May, 2015 No.PSERC/Secy./Regu. 101 – In exercise of powers conferred under Section 181 read with Section 61 and 86(1)(e) of the Electricity Act, 2003 (Act 36 of 2003) and all other powers … Continue reading →

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Delhi discoms draw elaborate plans to promote solar power

Posted on May 18, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

NEW DELHI: Realising the potential of solar energy, the three private power distribution companies in the city have drawn up elaborate plans to encourage domestic consumers to set up rooftop solar panels and earn money by selling the electricity to … Continue reading →

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Why Tesla’s Powerwall is a gamechanger for India

Posted on May 18, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

(The Tesla Powerwall is a…) Last week’s announcement by serial entrepreneur Elon Musk‘s car company Tesla to launch a home battery that charges on solar power, is in many ways a step that could result in a large scale uptake … Continue reading →

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ROOFTOP SOLAR GRID INTERACTIVE SYSTEMS BASED ON NET METERING REGULATIONS,2015

Posted on April 27, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Bihar is now on its way to promoting solar as a rooftop power solution finally, The eligible consumer may install the rooftop solar system under net metering arrangement which, a) shall be within the permissible rated capacity as defined under these … Continue reading →

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Implementation of 73 MW Grid Connected Roof Top Solar PV Power Scheme in Warehouses in Selected States in India

Posted on April 17, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

The bidding process is under Rooftop Warehouse Scheme (RWS) – Phase-I for aggregate capacity of 73 MW. The projects shall be implemented on Build Own Operate basis which include sale of the Solar Power to the concerned state DISCOMs. Bidder … Continue reading →

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Maharashtra Solar Policy finally catches up with the rest of India on Solar Rooftops – MERC issues draft guidelines for Rooftop Net Metering

Posted on March 10, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

PART A – GENERAL General Conditions of Net Metering arrangement 3.1.  Net Metering arrangement shall be permitted by the Distribution Licensee on a non- discriminatory and ‘first come, first serve’ basis to the Eligible Consumer who intends to install a … Continue reading →

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Guidelines for Empanelment of Channel Partners / Agencies and Entrepreneur under ‘Grid Connected Rooftop and Small Solar Power Plants Programme’

Posted on February 4, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Guidelines for Empanelment of Channel Partners/Agencies and New Entrepreneur under ‘Grid Connected Rooftop and Small Solar Power Plants Programme’ The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is implementing a ‘Grid Connected Rooftop and Small Solar Power Plants Programme’ in … Continue reading →

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India’s solar dream fuelled by global trends

Posted on January 16, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

The country plans to install 100 GW capacity of solar-generated electricity by 2022, a five-time increase from a previous target. India’s plan to install 100 GW capacity of solar-generated electricity by 2022, a five-time increase from a previous target, only … Continue reading →

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Programme/ Scheme wise Physical Progress of Renewable Energy in 2014-15 (During the month of December)

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Physical Progress (Achievements) Ministry of New & Renewable Energy Programme/ Scheme wise Physical Progress in 2014-15 (During the month of December) Sector FY- 2014-15 Cumulative Achievements Target  Achievement (as on 31.12.2014) I.   GRID-INTERACTIVE POWER (CAPACITIES IN MW) Wind Power 2000.00 … Continue reading →

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Implementation of Scheme for setting up over 300 MW of Grid-Connected & Off-grid Solar PV Power Projects by Defence Establishments under Ministry of Defence and Para Military Forces (under MHA) with Viability Gap Funding (VGF) under Phase-II/III of JNNSM during 2014-15 and onwards

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Applicability: The capacity  of 300 MW of Grid-Connected  and off-Grid  Solar PV power projects,   will  be  set  up  in  various  Establishments  of  Ministry  of  Defence  i.e Establishments of Army,  Navy, Air Force, Ordnance Factory  Board,  Defence Laboratories and Defence PSUs … Continue reading →

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Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance issues notice to all public sector banks to include Solar Rooftops as part of their home loan programme

Posted on January 6, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

Government of India Ministry of New and Renewable Energy PRESS RELEASE Loan for Installation of Grid Interactive Rooftop Solar PV Plants The Government of India has set a challenging target of 40,000 MWp of Grid-Interactive Rooftop Solar PV Plants during … Continue reading →

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MNRE reduces Solar Rooftop Subsidy from 30% to 15% and discourages Industrial and Commercial Customers who are currently at parity with grid

Posted on January 6, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

No. 5/34/2013-14/RT Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (Grid Connected SPV Rooftop, Solar Cities & Green Buildings Division) INFORMATION NOTICE Installation of Grid Connected Rooftop Solar Power Projects- Limitations for Subsidy of MNRE. The Ministry is implementing a ‘Grid Connected … Continue reading →

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Information Document for Design, manufacture, supply, installation and commissioning of different capacity Roof top Solar PV Power projects under Net Metering policy in the state of Punjab

Posted on January 6, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

EPC companies, manufacturers, suppliers & system integrators of Solar PV Power Projects for design, manufacture, supply, installation and commissioning of different capacity Roof Top Solar Power Projects. Punjab Government has approved Net Metering Policy under which Roof Top Solar PV … Continue reading →

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Haryana makes solar power must for all buildings

Posted on January 2, 2015 by Ritesh Pothan

The Haryana government has decided to usher in the New Year with one of the biggest pushes for solar power in the country. The state has made it mandatory for all buildings on plot size of 500 square yards or … Continue reading →

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Indian States Solar Policy Framework for Grid Connected SPV Systems

Posted on December 29, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

Grid Connected SPV Rooftop Systems Policy and Regulatory Framework in Various States (As on 14.11.2014) Sl. No. State (Issuing Authorities) Solar Rooftop Target Metering Mechanism Present Solar Tariff (Rs.) Policy/ Tariff * Validity Capping of System Capacity/ generation Eligibility Incentives … Continue reading →

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Guidelines to entities to become Channel Partners under Off Grid and Decentralized Solar applications

Posted on December 20, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

  32/69/2010-11/PVSE Ministry of New and Renewable Energy SPV Off Grid Division Sub: Guidelines to entities to become Channel Partners under Off Grid and Decentralized Solar applications Section-1 Any of the following entities can apply to become channel partner 1.1 … Continue reading →

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Grant of exemption of Excise Duty on the procurement of material/ components required for setting up of “Roof-top” Solar PV Power Plants (not connected to grid) – guidelines

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

Click here for the entire document – Ritesh Pothan Developers who want to set up Roof-top Solar PV Power Plants and desire to avail the duty benefits for those plants shall, henceforth, submit the applications/BoM online in the enclosed formats, … Continue reading →

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We are Investing in Solar rooftops at Rs. 6 and below per KWh on BOOT basis as well as MW Scale Power Plants

Posted on October 14, 2014 by Ritesh Pothan

E-mail us at info(@)natgrp.net with your project executive summary and all possible details for a Zero investment proposal.

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