Solar panels convert sunlight into direct current (DC) electricity
A ground-mounted solar system is a solar panel system installed on the ground, rather than on a roof. They are also known as backyard solar panels, free-standing solar panels, and ground-mount PV systems.
Solar panels convert sunlight into direct current (DC) electricity
The DC electricity is collected and converted into alternating current (AC) by an inverter
The AC power can be used to power homes, businesses, or feed into the utility grid
More efficient:
Ground-mounted systems can be installed in areas with fewer obstructions, so the panels can be tilted at an optimal angle
Easy to install:
They don't require roof structural assessments
Can be built larger:
They can be built to meet higher energy demands for residential, commercial, or utility-scale projects
Easy to maintain:
They are easily accessible and increase airflow
Fixed tilt: These systems offer stability and easy installation
Tracking systems: These systems adjust panel positions to follow the sun, maximizing energy capture
Land preparation, solar panels and equipment, installation, and maintenance are all factors that contribute to the cost of a ground-mounted solar system
To provide financial assistance to people for installing ground-mounted solar systems, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has launched the PM KUSUM scheme. This scheme is specifically offered to farmers in India.
Through this scheme, the Indian government aims to install nearly 25,750 MW of solar or other renewable energy power plants by 2022.
For this, the central government has also offered a budget of Rs. 34,422 crores to the agencies that install power plants.
This scheme has three components:
Component A: In this section of the KUSUM scheme, the govt. aims to install individual power plants of 2 MW capacity until it reaches 10,000 MW.
Component B: Installation of individual stand-alone solar agricultural pumps of 7.5 HP capacity until the country achieves the final capacity of 17.50 lakh individual pumps.
Component C: Through this, the government aims to solarise 10 lakh on-grid agricultural pumps, which have a 7.5 HP capacity.