Clean Energy Access Program
May 19, 2023
Techno commercial analysis of Decentralised Renewable energy Applications across agriculture, dairy and fishery
This project report provides a comprehensive analysis of 20 decentralized renewable energy applications in India. The report covers vendor details, suitable business models of operation of each application, applicable subsidies and policy information, generic tech specifications, their working principle, types, and techno-economic analysis. The aim of this report is to provide insights into the feasibility and potential of decentralized renewable energy applications in India across the value chains of Agriculture, Dairy and Fishery.
Vendor Details:
The report analyses the vendor details of 20 decentralized renewable energy applications, product range and costing shared by them. It should be noted that the majority of product suppliers do not offer solar energy systems; therefore, a different solar supplier must install them separately.
Business Models of Operation:
The report analyses various business models of operation for decentralized renewable energy applications, including pay-as-you-go, leasing, outright purchase, etc.
Images (left to right): The solar weaving loom with solar batteries and SHG members posing with their system and The beneficiary with his installed solar powered rice mill
Applicable Subsidy and Policy Information:
The report provides an overview of the applicable subsidy and policy information for decentralized renewable energy applications in India. It is to highlight that there exists no policy or financial subsidy scheme that is inclusive of small and marginal farmers Most of the agriculture post-harvest processing infrastructure loans and subsidies are available for large sized plants and prima facie do not cater to the decentralised units as per the scope of this project.
Generic Tech Specifications of all Applications:
The report provides a detailed analysis of the generic tech specifications of all 20 decentralized renewable energy applications, including their capacity, voltage, battery type, and lifespan. The report highlights that the applications vary widely in terms of their specifications, and the suitability of each application depends on the specific requirements of the customer.
Working Principle and Types:
The report provides a detailed explanation of the working principle and types of decentralized renewable energy applications, including solar home systems, solar street lighting systems, and solar water pumps, among others. The report highlights that each application operates on a different principle and is suitable for different use cases.
Techno-Economic Analysis:
The report provides a detailed techno-economic analysis of each decentralized renewable energy application, including its capital cost, operational cost, and payback period. The report highlights that while some applications are more cost-effective than others, the overall economic viability of decentralized renewable energy applications is dependent on factors such as government policies, customer demand, technological advancements and use pattern.