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Ques. What is a Solar Photovoltaic (SPV) System?
Ans.
A SPV system consists of a Photovoltaic Array mounted on a
Stand, Batteries, CCU, and other required equipments depending
upon the size and requirement of power and current.
Ques.
How does it work?
Ans.
The
Photovoltaic Array converts the solar energy into electricity,
which is used for running the electrical equipments. The
electricity produced either stored in the Battery bank or
directly used for running the electrical equipment.
Ques.
What does it save you?
Ans.
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It operates on the freely available solar energy. Thus saves
expenditure on diesel & electricity.
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No fear of power cuts or scarcity of diesel.
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It is trouble free, pollution free, has a long life and is
reliable.
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Unlike a diesel pump set, it does not produce noise.
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It is easy to handle and operate.
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The cost of operation and maintenance is negligible.
Ques.
What is the Technology used in SPV Systems?
Ans. Solar cell is
a primary device for Solar Photovoltaic systems since it
converts solar radiation into electricity. Solar PV cells are
made by fine sheets of silicon wafers, cutted in the required
shape. The technology is mainly based on Monocrystalline silicon
or polycrystalline technology. Number of such SPV cells are
coupled in series and (or) parallel connection to design a SPV
Module of required Power. These modules can be further coupled
to form SPV array, to get desired power output to run the
electrical appliances such as solar home systems, street
lighting systems, small capacity SPV power plants, solar
generators, building integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) systems and
solar lanterns. The Photovoltaic Array converts the solar energy
into electricity, which is used for running any electrical
appliances or can stored in a battery. The system
components of SPV Water Pumping System are:
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PV Array
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Battery Bank
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Interface Electronics
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Connecting Cables & Switches
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Support Structure & Tracking System
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Charge Controller Unit.
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Electrical loads, such as, fans, lights, TV, etc.
Ques.
Who are eligible to own a Solar Photovoltaic System under the
Scheme?
Answer: An individual,
non-governmental organization, cooperative society, corporate
body, institution and Govt. Dept. etc.
Ques.
What are the various SPV Systems eligible under the MNES
Programme?
Ans.
Ques. What are the financing
norms under interest subsidy schemes?
Ans.
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S. No. |
Feature |
Implementation through JREDA
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|
1. |
Eligible
categories of Beneficiaries |
All categories
of users including intermediaries and commercial
organizations |
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2. |
Rate of
Interest |
7%
(commercial borrowers who can claim depreciation benefits)
5% (individuals and other organizations)
Financial intermediaries who borrow funds from JREDA for
on - lending at 5% or 7% rate of interest will be charged
an interest rate of 2.5% or 4.5% respectively by JREDA.
Such intermediaries will not be able to claim depreciation
benefit and the on-lending arrangement will not be treated
as a lease arrangement. |
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3. |
Loan period |
3 Yrs |
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4. |
Moratorium |
1 Year
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5. |
Amount of loan |
80% of the
cost of the project |
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6. |
Upper Limits for a loan
|
No Limit |
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7. |
Service Charges |
1% of the loan
disbursed |
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8. |
System Covered |
All types of
SPV Systems except solar pumps. Loans will not be provided
at subsidized rates for systems that are available with
capital subsidy. With the exception of solar generators
for which both subsidies and soft loans will be available.
|
|
9. |
Eligible
Suppliers |
Only those SPV
systems and power plants, which confirm to the MNES
specifications & guidelines for 2001 - 02 or 2002 - 03
programmes and have obtained test certificates form SEC /
Other Authorized Test Centers will be eligible for supply
and other benefits under this scheme . |
Ques. What are the eligible models under interest subsidy
scheme?
Ans.
For Solar Lantern>>
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S. No. |
Model |
Lamps |
Battery Capacity
At C/20 Rate |
PV Module Rating |
|
1. |
MODAL I-A |
CFL 5W |
12V, 7AH |
8 to 9.9 Wp |
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2. |
MODAL I-B |
CFL 5W |
12V, 7AH
|
10 to 11.9 Wp
|
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3. |
MODAL II-A
|
CFL 7W
|
12V, 7AH
|
10 to 11.9 Wp
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|
4. |
MODAL II-B |
CFL 7W
|
12V, 7AH
|
12 to 14 Wp
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|
5. |
MODAL III-A |
CFL 5W
|
6V,
14AH |
8 to 9.9 Wp
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6. |
MODAL III-B |
CFL 5W |
6V, 14AH
|
10 to 11.9 Wp
|
|
7. |
MODAL IV-A
|
CFL 7W
|
6V, 7AH |
10 to 11.9 Wp
|
|
8. |
MODAL IV-B
|
CFL 7W |
6V, 7AH |
12 to 14 Wp |
For Solar Home
Systems>>
|
Model |
Component |
Specifications |
Average Hours of Operation / Day |
|
1. |
PV Module |
1x18 Wp under
STC |
1 Light, 3 - 4
Hrs. |
|
Lamp |
1xCFL (9W/11W) |
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Battery |
1x12V, 20AH.
Tubular Plate. |
|
Other Components |
Control
electronics. Module mounting hardware. Battery box. Inter
connecting wires. Swiches. Operation, instruction and
maintenance manual. |
|
2. |
PV Module |
1x37 Wp under
STC |
1 Light - 1 - 2
Hrs., 1 Fan - 1-2 Hrs. |
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Lamp |
1xCFL (9W/11W) |
|
Battery |
1x12V, 20AH.
Tubular Plate. |
|
Other Components |
Control
electronics. Module mounting hardware. Battery box. Inter
connecting wires. Swiches. Operation, instruction and
maintenance manual. |
|
3. |
PV Module |
1x37 Wp under
STC |
1 Light - 1 - 2
Hrs., 1 Fan - 1-2 Hrs. |
|
Lamp |
1xCFL (9W/11W) |
|
Fan |
1xDC Fan (with
wattage less than 20W) |
|
Battery |
1x12V, 40AH.
Tubular Plate. |
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Other Components |
Control electronics. Module mounting hardware. Battery
box. Inter connecting wires. Swiches. Operation,
instruction and maintenance manual. |
|
4. |
PV Module |
2x37 Wp or 1x74
Wp under STC |
2 Light - 2 - 3
Hrs., 1 Fan - 2-3 Hrs. |
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Lamp |
2xCFL (9W/11W) |
|
Fan |
1xDC Fan (with
wattage less than 20W) |
|
Battery |
1x12V, 75AH.
Tubular Plate. |
|
Other Components |
Control electronics. Module mounting hardware. Battery
box.Inter connecting wires. Swiches. Operation,
instruction and maintenance manual. |
|
5. |
PV Module |
2x37 Wp or 1x74
Wp under STC |
4 Lights - 3-4
Hrs. |
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Lamp |
4xCFL (9W/11W) |
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Battery |
1x12V, 75AH.
Tubular Plate. |
|
Other Components |
Control electronics. Module mounting hardware. Battery
box. Inter connecting wires. Switches. Operation,
instruction and maintenance manual. |
Notes :
All
models will have a socket to provide power for 12V DC TV set,
which is purchased separately. Small white LED may be provided as an optional feature, with
an independent switch.
For Street
Lighting Systems:
|
Model |
Component |
Specification |
|
1. |
Duty Cycle |
System should be designed to automatically switch ON at
dusk, operate throughout night and automatically switch
OFF at down. |
|
PV Module |
1x75 Wp or 2x37 Wp. Vop 16.4 V, Voc 21 V. |
|
Lamp |
11 W CFL, either 4 - Pin or 2 - Pin Type with light output
of 900 +/- 5% lumens. |
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Battery |
12V, 75AH. Tubular Plate. |
|
Other Components |
Control electronics. Module mounting hardware. Battery
box. Inter connecting wires. Switches. Operation,
instruction and maintenance manual. |
For Solar
Generators:
|
Model |
PV Capacity |
Estimated
Cost |
|
Model-І |
150 Wp |
Rs. 45,000/- |
|
Model-ІІ |
300 Wp |
Rs. 90,000/- |
|
Model-ІІ |
450 Wp |
Rs. 1,35,000/- |
|
Model-ІV |
600 Wp |
Rs. 1,80,000/- |
Notes:
Subsidy of 40% with an upper limit
of Rs. 40,000/- will be provided on each generator.
User will also be eligible for loans on the balance cost of
the solar generators.
Subsidy will be released directly by MNES to the Manufactures.
Subsidy will be released directly by MNES to the Manufactures.
Ques.
What is the pattern of central financial assistance?
Ans.
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S. No. |
SPV Systems |
Central Subsidy |
Service Charge(Rs) |
|
a) |
Solar Home Systems |
50% of ex.
Works
Cost. Subject to
maximum
of |
North-eastern
Region
90% of ex. Works
subject to a
Max. of |
|
| |
18W Module, 1 light
1.(1x18Wp PV module under STC,
2.1x CFL ( 9w/11w),
3.Battery: 1x12V , 20AH Tubular Late 4.Low
maintenance type lead Acid Battery
5.Control electronics, module mounting Hardware,
battery box, inter-connecting
6. Wires/cables,switches,
7.operation,instruction And maintenance manual) |
3000 |
5000 |
200 |
| |
37W module , 2 lights
1x37Wp PV module under STC,
2x CFL ( 9w/11w),
Battery: 1x12V ,40AHTubular Plate Low
maintenance type lead Acid Battery
Control electronics,module mounting
hardware,battery box,inter-connecting
Wires/cables, switches,operation,
instruction And maintenance manual)
|
5500 |
10,000 |
200 |
| |
74W
Module, 2 lights, 1 fan
(2x37Wp PV module under STC,
2x CFL ( 9w/11w),
1Xdc fan (with wattage less than20 W)
Battery: 1x12V,75 AH Tubular Plate Low
maintenance type lead Acid Battery
Control electronics, module mounting
hardware, battery box, inter-connecting
Wires/cables, switches, operation,
instruction And maintenance manual) |
10,000 |
18,000 |
200 |
| |
74W Module, 4 lights
(2x37Wp
PV module under STC,
4x CFL ( 9w/11w),
Battery: 1x12V,75 AH Tubular Plate Low
maintenance type lead Acid Battery
Control electronics, module mounting
Hardware, battery box, inter-connecting
Wires/cables, switches, operation,
instruction And maintenance manual) |
10,000 |
18,000 |
200 |
|
b) |
Street Lighting
System |
11,000 |
20,000 |
-Nil- |
|
c) |
Power plants & other community systems |
1,80,000 PV
array
capacity |
3,50,000/KWp
of PV array capacity |
10,000/-
(power plants) |
|
d) |
Solar Generators |
40% with an
upper limit of
Rs.40.000/
per generator |
|
|
|
150 Wp PV Cap. |
18,000 Approx |
|
300 Wp PV Cap |
36,000 Approx |
|
450 Wp PV Cap |
40,000 Approx |
|
600 Wp PV Cap |
40,000 Approx |
Ques. What is the eligible categories of
Beneficiaries?
Answer:
|
SPV
Systems |
Eligible
Categories of Beneficiaries |
|
Solar Home Systems |
All Categories
of individual beneficiaries & non profit Institutions
/Organizations. No individual would be given more than one
system. |
|
Street Lighting Systems |
All categories
of non commercial institutions / organisations,State Nodal
Agency, Electricity Boards, Panchayats, Zilla Parishads
and DRDA's. |
|
SPV Power Plants / Others Systems |
All categories
of non-commercial institutions / organizations,State Nodal
Agency, Electricity Boards, Panchayats, Zilla Parishads and
DRDA's. |
Ques. Is there any loan available?
Ans. Yes, soft loans are
available at an interest rate of 5% (individuals and other
organizations) per annum and 7% (commercial borrowers who can
claim depreciation benefits) and also Financial intermediaries
who borrow funds from JREDA for on - lending at 5% or 7% rate
of interest will be charged an interest rate of 2.5% or 4.5%
respectively by JREDA. Such intermediaries will not be able to
claim depreciation benefit and the on-lending arrangement will
not be treated as a lease arrangement, through Jharkhand
Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (JREDA). The
minimum amount of soft loan will be Rs. 5 Lakhs for Direct
User and Rs.10 Lakhs for Intermediaries. The principal with
the interest is repayable in 6 years (including one year
moratorium) starting at the end of first year of sanction of
the loan.
Ques.
What is the performance guarantee for the system?
Ans. The
manufacturers must provide a warranty for a minimum period of
2 years for the complete SPV system (including the battery)
and a minimum 10 years for PV modules from the date of supply.
Annual maintenance Contract (AMC) for the SPV Systems should
be for a period of 5 years including the warranty period.
Ques.
What is the minimum loan eligibility from JREDA?
Ans. Minimum loan
for a project should be of Rs.5 lakhs for Direct User and
Rs.10 lakhs for Intermediaries.
Ques. Who are the
manufacturers and suppliers of SPV water pumping systems?
Ans.
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S. No. |
Addresses |
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1) |
M/s. Photon
Energy Systems
1/482, Avanashi Road,
Neelambur, Coimbatore - 641 014
Phone: 0422 - 2627545, 2627003
Fax: 0422 - 2628504 |
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2) |
M/s. Udhaya
Semiconductors Ltd.
Plot No. 775 - K, Road No. 45,
Jublee Hills, Hyderabad - 560 033
Phone: 040 - 23231685, 23231545
Fax: 040 - 23546152, 23544839 |
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3) |
M/s. Central
Electronics Ltd.
4, Industrial Area,
Sahibabad - 201010, Uttar Pradesh
Phone: 0120 - 2895166, 2895165
Fax: 0120 - 2895147, 2895148 |
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4) |
M/s. Surya
Jyothi Devices Pvt. Ltd.
E-3, Lajpat nagar - II
New Delhi - 110 024
Ph : 91-11-29814822, 29814129.
Fax : 91-11-29819444 |
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5) |
M/s Tata BP
Solar India Ltd.
Plot No. 78, Electronic City
Hosur Road, Bangalore - 561 229
Ph : 080-8520082/3, 8520973/4
Fax : 080-8520972/116 and
M/s Tata BP Solar India Ltd.
70-73 UGF, World Trade Centre
Barakhamba Lane, New Delhi - 110 001
Ph : 011-23411537, 23411538
Fax : 011-23411539 |
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6) |
M/s. Rajasthan
Electronics & Instruments Ltd.
2, Kanakpura Industrial Area
Sirsi Road, Jaipur 302 012 Rajasthan
Ph: 0141-352271, 354362, 63
Fax : 0141-351926, 352841, 358808 |
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7) |
M/s. Titan
Consultants & Services Ltd.
16, Aruna Enclave, Trimulgherry
Secunderabad - 500 015
Andhra Pradesh
Ph : 040-7742085
Fax: 040-7795629 |
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8) |
M/s Premier
Solar Systems (P) Ltd.
41 S V Co-op Indl. Estate,
Balanagar, Hyderabad - 500 037
Ph: 040 - 23777521, 23777522
Fax : 040 - 3771879 |
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9) |
M/s. Bharat
Heavy Electricals Ltd.
P. B. No. 2626, Mysore Road,
Bangalore - 560 026
Ph: 080 - 6744283
Fax: 080 - 6740137 |
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