Government Of Assam Science, Technology and Climate Change Assam Energy Development Agency

Grid connected Rooftop Solar Power Plant:

In grid connected rooftop or small SPV system, the DC power generated from SPV panel is converted to AC power using power conditioning unit and is fed to the grid either of 33 kV/11 kV three phase lines or of 440/220 Volt three/single phase line depending on the capacity of the system installed at institution/commercial establishment or residential complex and the regulatory framework specified for respective States. They generate power during the day time which is utilized fully by powering captive loads and feed excess power to the grid as long as grid is available. In case, where solar power is not sufficient due to cloud cover etc., the captive loads are served by drawing power from the grid. The grid-interactive rooftop system can work on net metering basis wherein the beneficiary pays to the utility on net meter reading basis only. Alternatively two meters can also be installed to major the export and import of power separately. The mechanism based on gross metering at mutually agreed tariff can also be adopted. Many such power plants can be installed at the roofs of residential and commercial complex, housing societies, community centers, government organizations, private institutions etc.

Ideally, grid interactive systems do not require battery back-up as grid acts as the back-up for feeding excess solar power and vice-versa. However, to enhance the performance reliability of the overall systems, a minimum battery backup of one hour of load capacity is recommended. In grid interactive systems, it has, however to be ensured that in case the grid fails, the solar power has to be fully utilized or stopped immediately feeding to the grid (if any in excess) so as to safe-guard any grid person/technician from getting shock (electrocuted) while working on the grid for maintenance etc. This feature is termed as ‘Islanding Protection’.

The grid connected rooftop solar photovoltaic power generation plants, generates electricity at the consumption center and hence contributes to reducing the network losses of the distribution licensee. The electricity generation shall also contribute to meeting the demand and supply gap and shall also enable the obligated entities for complying with their solar purchase obligation targets as specified by appropriate Electricity Regulatory Commissions’. India has a huge potential for deployment of grid connected rooftop solar photovoltaic power generation plants and the MNRE envisages harnessing this potential.

Objective of the Programme

• To promote the grid connected SPV rooftop and small SPV power generating plants among the residential, community, institutional, industrial and commercial establishments.
• To mitigate the dependence on fossil fuel based electricity generation and encourage environment friendly Solar electricity generation.
• To create enabling environment for investment in solar energy sector by private sector, state government and the individuals.
• To create enabling environment for supply of solar power from rooftop and small plants to the grid.
• To encourage innovation in addressing market needs and promoting sustainable business models and ensure employment opportunities.
• To provide support to channel partners and potential beneficiaries, within the framework of boundary conditions and in a flexible demand driven mode.
• To create a paradigm shift needed for commoditization of grid connected SPV rooftop applications.
• To support consultancy services, seminars, symposia, capacity building, awareness campaigns, human resource development, etc.
• To encourage replacement of diesel, wherever possible.

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