Basic FAQ’s on Grid Connected system without batteries -On- grid System

 

August 2017

What is feed in tariff?

By |2019-07-29T00:07:17+05:30August 29th, 2017|

Feed-In tariff is the rate at which the DISCOM buys back solar power from it's customers after the self consumption of solar power by the customer. BESCOM in it's current policy is paying back Rs.3.56 per for each solar unit the customer gives to the grid. You can read more on the solar rooftop [...]

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What are the ideal cases when I should go for an on-grid system?

By |2017-08-29T19:05:19+05:30August 29th, 2017|

On-grid systems without batteries can be considered for the following purposes: To neutralize the electricity bill and generate free, clean energy for oneself. To hedge against the increase in prices of electricity tariff · To generate some income over a long period of time. Yes, the solar plant is an asset that generates revenue throughout [...]

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Why is that solar generation is stopped when there is a power cut, which is the time when solar is required more than ever?

By |2018-01-17T18:20:58+05:30August 29th, 2017|

The reason behind this logic is that during a power cut, in case electricity personals are working on the grid lines, export of solar power can cause electric shock to the people working on it. So this is more of a safety issue that solar generation stops.

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How do I know that I am eligible for grid connection?

By |2017-08-29T18:40:30+05:30August 29th, 2017|

Depending on the state level policy prevailing in your state for roof-top solar, the requirements for putting up a solar power plant can vary. In general, these are the few basic requirements for applying for a roof-top solar system: You should be the owner of the building where you intend to put solar. · You [...]

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What are the advantages of grid connection compared to no-grid connection?

By |2017-08-29T18:11:02+05:30August 29th, 2017|

Grid connection can eliminate the requirement of batteries in a solar roof-top system which can give a longer life for the system without replacement of its parts. Apart from this the following benefits are also there compared to an off-grid battery based system: Lower system cost as lower accessories are required. · The inverter efficiencies [...]

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What are the different options available for me to go on-grid or grid connected?

By |2017-08-29T18:09:32+05:30August 29th, 2017|

Depending on the state level policy, there are two different options for going grid connected/on-grid/hybrid: Net metering: The metering system where the power generated is first consumed by the loads in the building. Only excess is exported to the grid. In net metering, the bill is calculated as a difference of  total export & total import [...]

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