What is the Status of Solar Installation Progress in West Bengal?

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Solar installation in West Bengal is increasing rapidly aligned with the renewable energy target of achieving 500 GW of capacity by 2030. Further, solar companies in West Bengal are growing in number to cater to the energy needs of the state’s residents. Learn about the state’s progress in terms of solar installation over the past years.

Solar Power Demand Trends in West Bengal

The electricity demand is increasing rapidly in Eastern India including West Bengal due to an increase in the population. Further, the access to electricity is also increasing.

The government aims to provide a 24-hour electricity supply to all Indian households. This might result in pressure on conventional thermal power.

Solar energy is the alternative to thermal power to cater to the energy needs of households. As a result, the demand for solar energy is increasing rapidly in West Bengal and other Eastern and North Eastern states.

The demand for electricity in West Bengal is estimated to rise from 8937 MW and 10,871 MW in 2021 to 14,730 MW in 2031. This increase in demand will necessitate a transition from thermal power to solar power to meet the energy needs of the population.

To streamline this transition, several solar installation companies are opening throughout the state. If you are planning a solar transition in districts like Bardhaman or nearby areas, you can connect with a solar company in Bardhaman for expert guidance. There are several solar installation companies throughout the state. To help you contact the best installer, Das Energie Platform has developed a platform. At this platform, solar energy advisors understand the project demand and thereby, help customers get your personalised solution.

What are the Major Solar Projects by WBSEDCL?

Here is the list of solar projects in West Bengal:

• The canal bank solar power project, which has a 10 MW capacity, is under construction near Teesta Canal Fall Hydroelectric power plant stage II in South Dinajpur district.
• A 10 MW solar power project is pending tender finalisation in Purulia and Bankura districts.
• 500 MW solar park is planned to be established in the East, West Midnapore, and Bankura districts.
• One of the completed solar projects includes a 210 MW capacity first phase in Dadanpatrabar in East Midnapore.
• An upcoming project includes a 1200 MW solar PV project in Purulia district.
• WBSEDCL has installed 10 kWp rooftop solar power plants in 100 government schools in West Bengal.
• An ongoing project includes installing 10 kW solar power plants at 200 schools each.

All these government initiatives act as vehicles to influence the pace of solar panel installation in West Bengal.

Government Policies and Intervention

The Central Government provides subsidies to homeowners installing home rooftop solar systems. However, the subsidy amount varies based on the capacity of the solar panel that homeowners install.

Solar subsidy for a 1 kW solar system is Rs. 30,000 while that for a 2 kW solar system is Rs. 60,000. The subsidy for solar panels of 3 kW and above is Rs. 78,000. You can reduce your total solar system installation cost by availing subsidies for on-grid home rooftop solar systems.

The capacity of the solar panel that you need to install depends on the electricity that you consume each month.  If you consume 0 to 150 units per month, you will need a 1 kW solar system.

Additionally, if your energy consumption is around 150 to 300 units, you will need a 2 kW solar panel. For energy consumption of more than 300 units, you will need a solar system of 3 kW or more. You can consult solar companies in Howrah and other regions in West Bengal, whichever is closer, to get guidance about the ideal capacity of your home solar system.

Benefits of Installing Solar Systems at Home

Here are the benefits that you can reap with solar installation at home in West Bengal:

• Get Solar Subsidy

Installing an on-grid solar system on your home rooftop can help you get solar subsidies from the Central Government of India. With subsidy availability of up to Rs. 78,000, you can reduce the total solar system installation cost by installing an on-grid solar system. You can get subsidies by hiring DISCOM-registered solar companies in West Bengal. You can contact Das Energie Private Limited to connect with the right solar installer for you.

• Reduce Electricity Bills

An on-grid solar system helps you export excess electricity to the grid. It further allows you to import electricity from the grid during non-solar hours. The net exports monitored by a net meter in an on-grid solar system help reduce the monthly electricity bills.

With solar installation, you do not need to pay for all the units consumed but rather for the net units consumed. This significantly reduces the monthly electricity bills. Install your on-grid solar system in metro cities with experienced solar companies in Kolkata for a seamless experience.

The increase in the number of solar companies in West Bengal has helped homeowners install solar seamlessly with guidance from experienced professionals. Further, the availability of solar subsidies ranging between Rs. 30,000 and Rs. 78,000 makes solar installation affordable for the residents of West Bengal. With significant progress in solar installation projects, the state is boosting a transition from thermal power.