How rooftop solar is reshaping energy consumption
India, a country full of vitality and aspirations, is experiencing a quiet but potent revolution on its rooftops. The development of solar technology is not merely changing the country’s skyline, but also reshaping its energy consumption patterns fundamentally. Solar power is starting to emerge as a sign of sustainable development and energy independence, even in the most isolated villages and busy metropolises.
Rooftop Revolution A quiet transformation is taking place on the rooftops of India's vast urban areas. An increasing number of individuals, businesses, and industries are opting for solar energy to meet their energy requirements in an eco-friendly manner. Rooftop solar systems decrease the dependency on fossil fuels by managing energy production with sunlight resulting in reduced carbon emissions. Rooftop solar has gained immense popularity among residential and commercial users.
As per the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, India has achieved 5th rank globally in solar power deployment. As of 30-06-2023, solar projects of a capacity of 70.10 GW have been commissioned in the country. This capacity of 70.10 GW includes 57.22 GW from ground-mounted solar projects, 10.37 GW from rooftop solar projects, and 2.51 GW from off-grid solar projects. Government incentives like the Solar Rooftop Subsidy Scheme, laws on net energy metering*, and endless endeavours to lower the cost of solar panels with continuous technological advancements made rooftop solar more cost-effective than in the past.
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