The payback period for a commercial solar installation typically ranges from 3 to 5 years. This depends on your electricity tariff, the size of the plant, and available sunlight. After this period, the electricity generated is virtually free, leading to massive savings.

Businesses can claim Accelerated Depreciation (AD) on their solar assets. This allows you to depreciate a large portion of the asset's value in the first year, significantly lowering your taxable income and providing a substantial financial benefit.

• CAPEX (Capital Expenditure): You own the solar plant by making an upfront investment. This offers the highest long-term savings and tax benefits.
• OPEX/PPA (Power Purchase Agreement): A third party installs and owns the plant on your roof. You pay them a pre-decided, lower tariff for the solar electricity you consume, with zero upfront investment.

Absolutely. A correctly sized solar plant can power your entire load, including heavy machinery. The system is designed to meet your peak demand, ensuring that your most energy-intensive equipment runs smoothly on clean energy during the day.

As a rule of thumb, you need approximately 100 sq. ft. of shade-free area per 1 kW of solar capacity. Therefore, a 100 kW plant would require about 10,000 sq. ft. of usable rooftop space.

O&M costs are very low, typically less than 1% of the initial project cost per year. This mainly involves periodic cleaning of panels to ensure maximum efficiency and an annual health check-up of the system.

No. Installations are meticulously planned to cause minimal disruption. Most of the work is contained to the rooftop, and the final grid connection is done during off-peak hours or holidays in coordination with your facility team.

Yes, significantly. On-site solar generation is a major contributor to a better ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) score. It also helps in acquiring green building certifications like IGBC and GRIHA, enhancing your brand's reputation as a sustainable leader.

Yes, multiple financing options are available. Many banks and NBFCs offer special business loans for renewable energy projects with attractive interest rates. The savings from your electricity bill can often cover the monthly EMI.

Under the net metering policy, any surplus electricity your solar plant generates is exported to the WBSDECAL grid. This exported energy is credited in your monthly electricity bill, significantly reducing your overall energy costs, especially on weekends and holidays when consumption is low.