Why Housing Societies Are Switching to 100+ kW Solar Plants
Common-area electricity is the second-largest expense for most societies. A 163 kW rooftop array changes that equation permanently.
For a typical 300-flat housing society, common-area loads — lifts, pumps, lobby lighting, clubhouses — run into lakhs of rupees every year. These loads are billed at commercial tariffs, making them the perfect candidate for rooftop solar.
A well-designed 163 kW society installation can offset nearly the entire common-area consumption. With string-level design, wind-load certified elevated structures, and walkway planning, the terrace remains fully usable while generating over 19,500 units every month.
Societies can choose between CAPEX ownership (payback in 3.5–4.5 years) or a RESCO model with zero upfront investment. Either way, maintenance charges drop visibly for every resident from the first billing cycle.
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