Electricity costs continue to soar. And powering down our consumption is not a simple feat. The solution? It’s the perfect time to switch to solar!
And one solar plant size that is a popular choice in both the residential and commercial sectors is a 10kW solar power system. If you are exploring a solution to power up your 2-3 storey house, office, atta chakki, small sized factory etc. this capacity can adequately meet your energy needs.
Let’s explore the attributes of a 10kW solar power system and understand if it is the right choice for you.
Benefits of a Solar Plant
1. Energy Savings:
The most obvious benefit of switching to solar is the reduction in your energy expenses. While solar can be a significant investment, you can recover this initial capital within 4-5 years by saving on your monthly electricity bills.
Moreover, you can also increase savings with billing systems like net metering that allow you to send your surplus energy back to the electricity grid and get compensated for it.
2. Future Proof Investment
Having a solar plant will not only help save electricity costs but also act as a buffer against any tariff hikes in the future. It is also a fixed asset that will last for over 25 years.
3. Reliability
Solar allows you to integrate battery storage with the system. This means that during power cuts or grid failures, you can use the storage energy to power your appliances.
Moreover, since solar is a locally available resource, there will never be a shortage of power.
4. Low Maintenance
Your solar plant does not require a lot of maintenance. All you need to do is clean your panels once a week and monitor your system performance through remote monitoring platforms.
You can also opt for cost-effective water drainage clamps like Aqua Pi to drain the residual water from the panel edges after rainfall. This will ensure high efficiency throughout the life of the panel.
5. Sustainable Choice
Switching to a clean energy resource will reduce your carbon footprint and help you contribute to India’s net zero goal. Choosing sustainability will also set a great example for future generations.
Types of Solar System
The cost of your solar plant will depend on the type of PV system you opt for. This is because each type has a different inverter and components. Thus, before we discuss the capital required, let’s understand the 3 types of PV systems briefly.
On-Grid Solar Power System
On-grid systems work together with the utility grid. They allow you to send your surplus solar energy, which is not being consumed, directly to the grid. The value of this energy will get adjusted in your monthly electricity bill.
Tip: For string inverters, you can consider Fronius or Havells. If you are exploring Microinverters, go for Enphase. To maximize generation in shadow-prone areas, you can also opt for the power optimizer technology by SolarEdge.
Off-Grid Solar Power System
Off-grid systems are independent of the grid. They are ideal for situations where grid power is unreliable. With these systems, you can integrate a battery to store generated energy and use it during power cuts or nighttime.
For this system, you require an off-grid inverter and battery backup.
Tip: For the best off-grid solar inverter, opt for the Umang Off Grid Inverter solution that can work with and without a battery
Hybrid Solar Power Systems
Hybrid systems offer the best of both worlds. They are connected to the grid and can integrate battery backup. They require slightly more investment than the other systems.
Tip: In this category, consider Umang Hybrid Solar Inverter. These devices are powered by pure sine wave technology and function without battery and grid feed-in.
Cost of a 10kW Solar Plant
A cost of a solar plant depends on multiple factors such as the inverter type, solar cell used, brand of the equipment, plant location and orientation, etc. Also, off-grid and hybrid systems cost more than on-grid systems as they require additional components (battery backup).
But, as an approximate, the total cost would be between 5.2 lakhs to 5.8 lakhs. (Please note that this figure will vary as per plant location and installation type)
For an off-grid system, the total cost would be around ₹6.5 lakhs. And for the hybrid system, it would be around ₹7.5 lakhs.
With energy savings, you can recover this initial investment within 4-5 years.
Energy Generation
A 1 kW plant typically generates anywhere between 4-5 units daily. However, this figure is based on ideal situations. In real life, factors such as the position of the sun, weather conditions, panel orientation, shadows, etc. can affect generation.
In ideal circumstances, your 10kW plant can generate around 10*4*30= 1200 units every month and help you save over ₹70,000 monthly (@₹6/unit electricity tariff).
Moreover, for higher generation, smart and cost-effective maintenance tools like Aqua Pi are a must-have! This water generation clamp drains the accumulated water from the lower edges of the panels and improves panel health. It can also boost output by up to 10%.
Area Required
Approximately 90-130sq.ft of shadow-free area is needed to deploy a 1kW solar power plant. Hence, a 10kW solar plant requires close to a 1000 sq. ft area. However, these numbers are not fixed and can change based on your roof area and type.
If you are exploring solar solutions for a metal roof, and space is an issue, you can consider innovative solar solutions like Ornate InRoof. It is essentially a roof made of solar panels, that completely replaces the metal roofing. Since panels are fixed together seamlessly, you can accommodate 26% more panels in the same area.
1kW of InRoof structure can be deployed in 60-65sq. ft roof space.
How Can We Help?
If you are looking to install solar at your home, Ojas is the fastest and most reliable option. With just 4 hours of your time, 3 tools, and 2 people installation team, we will give you a solution that will generate free electricity for more than 25 years!
Ornate Solar is India’s leading solar company with 8 years of experience. By partnering with the best-in-class global solar brands, we bring the most reputed solar panels, inverters, and solar accessories to you and make your shift to solar cost-effective and easy.
We have also developed India’s first Integrated InRoof system- which turns solar panels into the roof and eliminates the need for sheet roofing.
We deliver across India.
For more information, please give us a call at 011 4353 6666.
Considering a 10kW solar system is a smart move for homeowners and businesses alike. The prospect of not only saving on energy costs but also contributing to a sustainable future is too good. The future is looking bright, and it’s powered by the sun!
Thanks for the great article! The transition to alternative energy sources can no longer be stopped!
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