Solar Trackers are devices that come in conjunction with the mounting structures and help direct the panels in the direction the sun moves. As the solar industry progresses, developers are increasingly becoming aware of the enhanced CUFs that tracker implementation…
How do you know whether an EPC is credible?
EPCs are the most critical component in the implementation of a solar PV power plant, as they are the glue that put together the design, procurement and the complete construction. For an industry in its initial stages, selecting the right…
Solar PV Modules by Pioneers from Japan – Kyocera Solar
Solar PV Modules by Pioneers from Japan – Kyocera Solar An Interview @REI 2016 Kyocera is one of the pioneers in solar PV module manufacturing. They have been developing PV cells since the first oil crisis in early 1970s. Since…
Solar Modules at pocket-friendly prices by Surana Solar
Solar Modules at pocket-friendly prices by Surana Solar An Interview @REI 2016 Selling solar panels at most competitive prices has been the survival strategy for most Indian solar modules companies. Some companies are able to do it. Others fail in…
Should you go for an EPC that provides O&M (Operations and Maintenance) services as well?
O&M services typically offered encompasse routine maintenance of the plant and minor part replacement to ensure maximum generation from the plant. O&M annual contracts are typically about Rs. 5-6 Lakhs/MW without trackers and 7-8 Lakhs/MW with trackers, usually escalating annually at 3%. O&M function…
Solar Power Plant Evaluation – What is the generation data from the solar power plants? Is it according to industry standards?
Ok, so you have an operational solar power plant. And you also have the generation reports related to the power plant, which details monthly generation from the solar power plant which is given in units Now, how do you know…
What kind of guarantees are provided by a good EPC?
Typically, solar EPCs provide performance guarantees for the solar power plant they implement. In fact, this is one of key expectations from the power plant developer. A typical solar EPC guarantees that a power plant will work at a certain level of efficiency.…
Can you avail a free quote from an EPC before you decide on them?
Typically, EPCs provide a standard quote to every prospective customer depending on the size of the solar plant he plans to implement. This quote may just contain the final project cost or may also include a detailed cost-breakup of various components.This can be considered as…
Solar Power Plant Evaluation – What are the performance guarantees provided by the installer?
One of the key requirements for a power plant owner is the performance guarantee promised by the solar installer. When the installer guarantees that a power plant will work at a certain level of efficiency and also lays out clear…
How important is the solar EPCs’ transparency in transactions?
It is very important that you choose an solar EPC that maintains a good level of transparency. Solar Mango mentions some instances to highlight why the transparency offered by the EPC is crucial. It is vital that the EPC involves you…
