Tea estates within the West Bengal and Assam regions are exceedingly favored. The proprietors of these tea estates are seeking a trustworthy source of electricity. Currently, they are operating their tea enterprises utilizing a combination of electricity and generators; however, they now aspire to transition to solar energy, which provides complimentary power derived from sunlight. Nevertheless, the primary inquiry is which solar energy system will be the most appropriate for their necessities. To implement solar energy, they are consulting with solar panel manufacturers and local EPC specialists. In this solar energy guide, we will share our engagement experience with a tea estate proprietor. Let’s commence!
Grasping Essential Requirements
During our initial encounter with the client, we posed fundamental inquiries such as the project’s location, electricity bill amount, duration of power outages, sanctioned load, types of appliances, available installation space, and more. Generally, tea estates span large areas, so the electricity board provides a dedicated transmission line for each estate. The sanctioned load typically ranges from 100kVA to 1000kVA. Due to the hilly terrain, the power supply is inconsistent, and the installation area is often located on level ground. The tea estate owners wish to implement solar energy to diminish electricity expenses and generate power during outages.
Solar Solutions
The optimal solar solution for tea estate operations is a grid-connected solar system with generator synchronization. The principal advantages of this system include reduced electricity bills and savings on diesel expenses. This type of solar system, known as a ground-mounted solar solution, is installed on the ground. The key components of grid-connected solar systems comprise PV modules, inverters, and BoS (Balance of System) equipment. Ground-mounted solar systems typically possess an installation capacity exceeding 100kW, making the cost of this solar solution very competitive in the market.
