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Akshit Talukdar
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Akshit Talukdar
Asked: January 19, 2024

What are Bifacials? How are these better or different from Mono-PERC?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on May 7, 2024 at 9:53 am

    Bifacial modules produce solar power from both sides of the panel. This is based on something called the 'albedo' effect, where a light coloured floor or ground reflects enough light to generate electricity through the reverse side of the bi-facial solar panel. Thus, these panels can generate more pRead more

    Bifacial modules produce solar power from both sides of the panel. This is based on something called the ‘albedo’ effect, where a light coloured floor or ground reflects enough light to generate electricity through the reverse side of the bi-facial solar panel. Thus, these panels can generate more power than other panels in the right conditions.

    Mono-perc solar panels have a passivated emitter & and rear cell and produce from a single side.

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Waqar
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Waqar
Asked: May 8, 2024

Has Indian cabinet approved ₹75000 crore free electricity solar scheme?

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    Manish Kumar
    Deputy Editor at Saur Energy International | Answer on May 8, 2024 at 12:19 pm

    Yes, called the PM Suryaghar Scheme, the union cabinet cleared the scheme on February 29, 2024.

    Yes, called the PM Suryaghar Scheme, the union cabinet cleared the scheme on February 29, 2024.

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Prabhakar
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Prabhakar
Asked: June 6, 2024

Will the govt install my rooftop solar under PM Surya Ghar

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    Manish Kumar
    Deputy Editor at Saur Energy International | Answer on June 6, 2024 at 11:53 am

    No. The govt regulated entities like your local discom plays the role of granting permissions. But the actual installation of rooftop solar is done by private companies. You can select your company based on your choice in the National Rooftop Portal during your application.

    No. The govt regulated entities like your local discom plays the role of granting permissions. But the actual installation of rooftop solar is done by private companies. You can select your company based on your choice in the National Rooftop Portal during your application.

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Asked: July 8, 2024

Can I sell electricity from my solar panels?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on July 8, 2024 at 3:09 pm

    A cosumer cannot sell his/her electricity generated from his residential rooftop solar to any party other than the local electricity distribution company. Under the net-metering arrangement under the PM Surya Ghar the surplus energy is taken your power company and they also compensate it accordinglyRead more

    A cosumer cannot sell his/her electricity generated from his residential rooftop solar to any party other than the local electricity distribution company. Under the net-metering arrangement under the PM Surya Ghar the surplus energy is taken your power company and they also compensate it accordingly. However, in commercial projects, solar project developers earn money from solar projects. But usually to make money and profits from solar plants, you need to invest more and go through other formalities

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Ashok
Asked: September 27, 2024

How many Indian solar panel manufacturers are there through which we can buy solar panels?

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    Deputy Editor at Saur Energy International | Answer on September 27, 2024 at 4:00 pm

    There are more than 100 Indian solar module manufacturers in India which have their manufacturing units in the country. Most of them are present in Gujarat while some have their units in Hyderabad, Uttar Pradesh and in other regions. 93 of them are already enlisted in the MNRE’s Approved List of ModRead more

    There are more than 100 Indian solar module manufacturers in India which have their manufacturing units in the country. Most of them are present in Gujarat while some have their units in Hyderabad, Uttar Pradesh and in other regions. 93 of them are already enlisted in the MNRE’s Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM).

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Kumar
Asked: January 7, 2025

What are the challenges in manufacturing of solar cells in India?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on January 7, 2025 at 5:58 pm

    Solar cell manufacturing is inherently more complex than solar module production, which is largely an assembly-based process. The production of solar cells requires significantly higher capital investment at the outset. In India, the establishment of solar cell production facilities also involves naRead more

    Solar cell manufacturing is inherently more complex than solar module production, which is largely an assembly-based process. The production of solar cells requires significantly higher capital investment at the outset. In India, the establishment of solar cell production facilities also involves navigating additional regulatory hurdles. This is due to the water usage during production and the disposal of effluents. Furthermore, the handling of ingots and wafers involves working with hazardous materials. As a result, apart from the capital requirements, solar cell manufacturing and related backward integration must comply with stricter environmental, pollution control, safety, and waste management regulations at the state level.

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Vishal
Asked: April 4, 2025

How the US tariffs will impact the US Solar Industry?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on April 4, 2025 at 1:12 pm

    The tariffs are likely to increase the overall cost of solar installations in the U.S., potentially slowing down some planned projects and reducing demand. However, they may also make U.S. domestic producers more competitive.. For more details https://www.saurenergy.com/solar-energy-news/trump-tarifRead more

    The tariffs are likely to increase the overall cost of solar installations in the U.S., potentially slowing down some planned projects and reducing demand. However, they may also make U.S. domestic producers more competitive.. For more details https://www.saurenergy.com/solar-energy-news/trump-tariffs-and-impact-on-indian-solar-cloudy-with-silver-linings

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