FAQ

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Photovoltaic modules absorb Sunlight and produce direct current (DC) electricity which is converted to alternating current (AC) by an inverter, which is then wired into your main service panel where it feeds your internal power grid.

Solar modules and inverters are the main components of a solar power system which constitute to 70% of project cost.

1 kWp solar system requires approximately 10 sq. m (or 100 sq. ft) of shadow free area.

100 kWp solar system would cost around 50-60 Lakhs, including all components, 8 ft height elevated structure, installation and commissioning, delivery and taxes.

100 kWp solar plant would require 2-3 months for installation and commissioning, and typically only 25-30 days of actual work at the site.

Just like you do not require complete sunlight to see, solar panels do not require clear skies to produce electricity. UV light is all that’s needed! Solar panels work just fine in ambient light and will produce significant energy even on foggy or overcast days. Solar panels actually work more efficiently in relatively colder temperature because heat can reduce output voltage.

Yes, wind load is considered. The wind load will depend upon the exact location. We consider IS standards for the specific location. But solar power plants can be designed for any wind load. In General, the Installed Solar system can withstand winds upto 150Kmph.

Solar photovoltaic panels have no moving parts, and therefore require little maintenance, which will include module cleaning with water every 2-4 weeks and preventive electrical maintenance every 3 months.

A 100 kWp plant will generate around 1.5 lac units in the first year. The exact power generated will be subject to location of the solar power plant.

Yes, the power produced will degrade at 0.8 % each year. In the 25th year, the solar system will still produce minimum 80% of the energy produced in the 1st year.

The solar panels have warranty for a period of 25 years; however, the projected life is approximately 30-35 years.

Solar panels will be mounted on high-quality aluminium structures, which will be fixed onto the roof sheets.

Yes, if the roof sheets belong to the standing seam segment, then solar panels can be installed without penetrating the roof. If not, then penetration is necessary, although precautions are taken to prevent leakage. Installation on RCC roofs does not require any penetration.

In CAPEX Model, we design according to your requirement. In OPEX / RESCO Model, We will build an 8 ft elevated structure for panel mounting so that you will have full roof usage space.

It will not, as the roofs aren’t tampered. Just as screws are used to fix the roof sheets, we use screws to fix the modules.

It is not advised to go for Solar installation, If you have any plans to construct a structure on rooftop that might create shadows or damage the installation. If it is only a regular maintenance of rooftop, then it won’t be a problem.

Yes. Since 60-70% of cost depends on the solar panel, if there is a fall in the panel cost it, in turn, will reduce CapEx requirement, and this benefit can be passed to the client. But if the cost of other components such as aluminum structures, copper wires which are steadily rising is considered, then the total project cost is more or less stable.

Solar panel prices have declined significantly in the past 5-10 years. This has resulted from a combination of incremental technology improvements, the move to large-scale manufacturing in China, and an overcapacity in the market from 2007 to 2015. However, in mid-2017, module prices had stabilized but have now started increasing as a result of surging demand and various import duties that are levied on them due to geopolitical trade issues worldwide.

PPA is a power purchase agreement between a private company and a power producer (developer, independent power producer, or investor) to purchase electricity at a mutually agreed tariff, tenure and capacity.

At ENROUTE ELECTRIC™, We are customer centric; our tenure varies from 12-20 years depending on the pre-agreed tariff.

Our pre-agreed tariff is always lesser than the DISCOM rates. You can expect anywhere between 5-25% reduction on your Electricity bills.

No. The pre-agreed tariff remains the same throughout the tenure, irrespective of the DISCOM rates. In fact, that should be the main reason to GO SOLAR.

At the end of the tenure, Ownership of the Solar system will be transferred to the buyer free of charge for LT clients & at DISCOM synchronizing machine cost for HT clients. If you wish to purchase during the tenure, there will be a lock-in period of 5-7 years depending on the pre-agreed tariff, after which you are free to exercise your right to purchase at the price mentioned in the PPA.