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Effect of Module Reliability on Techno-Economics of a Utility-Scale Solar Photovoltaic Plant in India- Publications

With increasing contribution of solar PV based systems in our energy mix, it is crucial to understand their vulnerabilities.

Techno-economic review of Rooftop Photovoltaic Systems: Case Studies of Industrial, Residential and Off-grid Rooftops in Bangalore, Karnataka- Publications

The objective of this study is to assess the financial feasibility of setting up Rooftop Photovoltaic (RTPV) systems in Bengaluru which is in the state of Karnataka, India.

Quantifying PhotoVoltaic Power Variability Using Lorenz Curve- Publications

Short-term variability of utility-scale solar PhotoVoltaic (PV) plant is a significant issue for grid reliability.

Rectangular Spiral Inspired Approach for Estimating Area of Solar Photovoltaic Plants in India- Publications

This work proposes a method which can provide a rational area estimate of a PV plant factoring sizing considerations from electrical, maintenance, and shading aspects.

Performance Comparison of Solar Photovoltaic Models for Plant Siting in India- Publications

India plans to add 100 GW of solar electric power generation by 2022 to an existing system (with an installed capacity of close to 330 GW, as on January 2018, from all sources).

Fitting Solar Photovoltaics in the Indian Power Sector- Publications

Lessons can be learned from countries like Germany, which have offered two billon euros worth support and its experience in renewable energy penetration.

Sustainable Photovoltaics- Publications

The chapter discusses the three distinct themes of the largest set of projects in SERIIUS.

Bolstering Rooftop Photovoltaic Uptake in Karnataka- Publications

The Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP) entered into a tripartite agreement with Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) and Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Limited (KREDL) to promote RTPV in Bengaluru.

Sowing the seeds of a solar power revolution via agro photovoltaics- Publications

Agro Photovoltaics (APV) is a unique model of collocating food and fuel.

Trade-off between end of life of battery and reliability in a photovoltaic system- Publications

•Modelling framework for a PV microgrid by incorporating battery degradation.

Sunny Side: Floating and Canal-top Photovoltaic Technologies Key To Achieve Solar Target- Publications

Over the last few years, the use of solar energy has increased considerably in India.

Assessing the Impact of Integrating Electric Vehicles and Solar Rooftop Photovoltaic System into the Power Distribution Network- Publications

This paper presents our analysis of the impact of integrating electric vehicles (EVs) and rooftop photovoltaic (RTPV) on the power system distribution feeders at the 11 kV level.

Assessing the impact of integrating electric vehicles and solar rooftop photovoltaic system into the power distribution network- Publications

This paper presents our analysis of the impact of integrating electric vehicles (EVs) and rooftop photovoltaics (RTPVs) on power system distribution feeders at the 11 kV level.

Explained | India’s solar push augurs a looming waste management challenge- Publications

There has in the last few years been a concerted push from policymakers and thought leaders in India to transition to a circular economy to, among other things, enable effective waste management.