The Cost-Effective Renewable Energy Solution-Solar Roofs

The numerous benefits of switching to this clean energy system should pique our economic and environmental sensitivities. Let’s examine a few of these benefits:

• Decreased Cost of Electricity: A typical household uses about 3,600 units of electricity yearly, whereas a solar rooftop plant with a capacity of 2 kWp produces between 2,600 and 3,000 units. This practically means that after solar roof installation and utilizing net metering to link it to the grid, the majority of families’ power use would be free of charge.
• According to the net metering system, the power produced by the plant is used for domestic purposes, with any extra power being fed back into the grid. In the event that the electricity generated is insufficient, loads are supplied by utilizing the grid. The electricity meter logs the units fed into the grid when your rooftop solar plant generates more energy than is needed. The meter also keeps track of instances where power use surpasses generation. You simply have to pay for the net electricity used at the end of the month. But if more energy is produced than used, the surplus units are added to the following month’s account as payment. The electric company reimburses you for any extra generation at the end of the year. This mechanism makes sure that you are only charged for the net amount of power used (consumption minus generation).
• You also save money on the higher tariff slab. For instance, Delhi charges Rs. 2 for the first 100 units of power consumed and Rs. 4 for each additional 100 units. You pay about Rs. 6 per unit if your electricity use is between 200 and 400 units, and about Rs. 7.30 per unit if it is between 400 and 800 units. With solar rooftop and net metering, you will pay for electricity according to the lower tariff slab when your net use decreases. Given that the cost of electricity rises by 5–6% annually, your savings will essentially grow with time. 
• Value Growth and a Smaller Carbon Footprint: A solar rooftop system is one of the few investments that increases in value over time due to the ongoing savings, as indicated above. It also has a less carbon footprint. Additionally, it is a simple and affordable approach to help the environment and the solar rooftop system price is also affordable. We produce 0.7 kg of carbon dioxide for every unit of thermal power used. Consequently, every unit of solar energy helps to avoid emitting 0.7 kg of carbon dioxide. In terms of carbon sequestration, installing a 1 kWp solar rooftop plant is comparable to planting two trees.
• Payback Period: The payback period for a solar rooftop system installed with an investment of Rs. 1 lakh varies from 5-7 years depending on your state’s rate. For instance, Delhi has a high price structure with the highest consumption slab at Rs. 8.95 for energy. A two-BHK house uses more than 800-900 units of electricity throughout the summer. In this scenario, a solar rooftop system reduces the high bill and produces the most electricity during the summer, saving Rs. 8.95 per unit.
• Zero Costs of Operating and Maintaining: Because a solar rooftop system has no moving parts, consumers don’t suffer any maintenance or operational expenditures. Cleaning the solar panels is the sole maintenance necessary to ensure maximum solar absorption. Depending on the level of dust in the area, this simple procedure can be completed once a week or every 15 days.
• No Shortage of Space or No Noise Pollution: When operating, a solar rooftop plant emits no noise, and the amount of roof space it requires can be decreased by building an elevated framework to support the panels. This building also features a shaded roof, which has the added benefit of lowering summertime temperatures.
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  Simple Installation Steps: Visit solarrooftop.gov.in to access all the information about installing a solar rooftop plant. Through the website or a mobile application called Arun (Atal Rooftop Solar User Navigator), you can determine your potential savings and learn more about various programmes. You can connect with channel partners in your area to facilitate installation using the solar interest form, which is available on the website and in the app. Additionally, you can get in touch with the state’s energy development organization via its website.