Steps of Site Identification and Project Pre Feasibility

PROJECT STAGES

IDENTIFICATION OF SITE
Description
The first step in project design and development is the site identification. This is undertaken by checking available
sites with the local patwari at a place with suitable irradiation, access and evacuation infrastructure. The availability
status and category of land are checked with patwari. At this stage a macro assessment of solar irradiation is
required. In case the land is private its land categorization and willingness of the owner to sell the land must also be
checked.
Authority Level
Authority Name
Legal Level
Specialist
Type of Process step
Duration
Challenges
SOLAR INSOLATION AND SHADOW ASSESSMENT
Description

Solar radiation assessment is a critical activity for setting up Solar projects. The quality of the resource also impacts
the type of technology which may be used at a specific place for solar power generation. A micro level of assessment
is required at this stage. This activity shall assess solar resource attractiveness of the proposed site. This shall
include assessment of parameters like
Global Horizontal Solar Radiation
Diffused Horizontal Solar Radiation
Direct Normal Solar Radiation
Wind Speed/Direction
Rain Accumulation
Air Temperature
Atmospheric Pressure (SLP) and
Relative Humidity.
Legal Level
Specialist
Type of Process step
Duration

Challenges
Reference/ Documents text

GEOLOGICAL DUE DILIGENCE

Description
As land orientation should preferably be flat, considerations while identifying site must include degree of levelization,
a drainage system, dust percentage in air land/soil capacity to hold structures

SOCIAL AUDIT OF THE SITE

Description Review the socioeconomic conditions around the proposed site for development of the solar project.
Review issues related to security of the project and the systems, possible threats in terms of security of
employees,Availability of labor & local support for the project.
Specialist
Local people
Type of Process step
NonAdministrative
Duration
Minimum Weeks Average Weeks Maximum Weeks
123
(Data based on market research

POWER EVACUATION FEASIBILITY AND SITE ACCESSIBILITY

Description
The small scale projects under Rajasthan Solar Policy are to be connected at 33/11 KV substation on 33 KV side. A
substation can have maximum of one small scale solar PV project. The developer needs to undertake evacuation
feasibility assessment starting from the nearest 33/11 KV substation and map the availability and capacity ofthe
evacuation infrastructure. This feasibility identifies the: Nearest substation for power evacuationEvacuation capacity
of the substation to be checked with distribution utility
The developer must also ascertain if right of way will not be an issue for the project once the development starts.

TECHNOLOGY AND SUPPLIER SELECTION

Description
An appropriate Solar PV technology would need to be identified based on factors including past performance record,
available global radiation(GHI),climatic conditions specially temperature and wind velocity, cost of technology(capital
and O&M), projected conversion efficiency/s and consequent projected CUFs, risks associated with the
technologies, performance records ,need for trained manpower, level of commercial development, availability of
technology suppliers and adequate manufacturing capacity etc. All of these factors shall play a critical role in the
identification of the technology..Solar PV system can be developed using mono or polycrystalline silicon modules,
commonly known as crystalline silicon or thin film modules. Other emerging technology options include concentrated
solar photovoltaic which has a higher efficiency. Tracking systems also have the ability to enhance performance but
come at a high cost. Selection of a particular technology set would depend on factors like cost and availability of
space, radiation profile,performance of solar cells/ modules based on temperature, light absorption ability, cost of
performance enhancing applications like trackers and their efficiency under local working conditions.It is

recommended that a technology having an established track record and credible technology providers need to be
selected. It is also required that technology standards and specifications across the globe and in local context be
adhered to. Thus international electrical code for PV and grid tie inverters and local specifications of MNRE/Solar
Energy Centre (SEC) must be checked and adhered to. The technology provider chosen must provide equipment
which conforms to IEC standards for solar PV modules and inverters. The use of specific PV DC cables is also
recommended.

FINANCIAL PREFEASIBILITY
Description
Assessment of the project cost, investment requirement, cash flow projections & expected return and financial
viability of the project is critical. The prefeasibility assessment and report shall cover the risk return assessment for
the project and map the key macro risks and barriers likely to impact the viability of the project from design,
implementation to operation. At the macro level assessment of following must be made:
Development Cost
Engineering Cost
Land Cost
Equipment Cost
Construction Cost
Operational Cost
Revenue
Benefits/Incentives
Funds Availability
Cash Flow
Returns
However, this guide makes an effort to anticipate and address the concerns of projects in emerging economies. In
doing so, the guidebook covers the key three themes:
1. Optimum power plant design: A key project development challenge is to design a PV power plant that is
optimally balanced in terms of cost and performance for a specific site.
2. Project implementation: Achieving project completion on time and within budget with a power plant that operates
efficiently and reliably, and generates the expected energy and revenue, is another key concern for developers. Key
aspects of project implementation include: permits and licensing, selection and contracting of the Engineering,
Procurement and Construction (EPC) company, power plant construction, and operations and maintenance (O&M).
3. Commercial and financing aspects: PV regulatory frameworks and specific types of incentives/support
mechanisms for the development of PV projects, such as preferential tariffs and other direct and indirect financial
supports, have an important impact on the financial viability of the project, as they affect the revenue stream. Power
Purchase Agreements (PPAs) specify the terms under which the off-taker purchases the power produced by the PV
plant this is the most important document to obtain financing.

SPI Sn simulator 4600

Irr =101 mW/cm2

Lamp Voltage =3441V

Tested at :
Temp=32.60 C
Corrected to:
Temp= 25.00 c
Voc = 37.98 V
Isc = 8.74 A
RS =0.52 Ohms
Rsh =81.40 ohms
PMAX = 254.00 W
VPM =31.88 V
IPM =7.97 A
FF = 0.77
EFF,M=15.58 %
EFF,C= 17.40 %

Battery specification
Southern batteries
Tubular
Type SB 600 ST (T600P)
2V 600 AH@ 10 Hr,RATE
1.240 SP.GR.AT 27 deg C
Site location with address MP Pollution Control Board Bhopal
Longitude /Latitude 74.4329 0 E / 23.21120 N
Shadow free area 860 sqm
Capacity 50 KWp

Details of Device Installed (site MP pollution Control board Bhopal )

No 1
Make NCOs -watt
PCU, Charge Controller, Inverter

Capacity 50KW
Rating 50 KVA/240 VDC
Type of Charge controller /MPPT
Output 3(Three phase)
Whether Hybrid or stand alone - Hybrid
Whether imported or indigenous Indigenous
Input Voltage Too Inverter - 580 Vmp
Nos - 200
Make waaree Energies
Capacity Each panel (Wp)- 250 Wp
Module efficiency -> 14 %

SPV Modules /Array Details

No of series & parallel Combinations 20

modules in series with 10 parallel string
Tilt angle of Modules 25 degree
Whether imported of indigenous
indigenous with RFID Tags pasted inside
Type of RFID Ultrasonic
GI structure 20 Nos for 50 KW

Support structure

Tracking (Manual/ auto) or Non tracking

Non tracking
Nos. 240
Make Southern Batteries
Capacity each 2V,600Ah

Type Tubular Lead Acid /VRLA/GEL -LMLA

Battery bank (2V cell)

Rating 2V 600 AH@10Hr RATE

No of series and parallel combination
120 in series ,2 parallel sets to increase
Ah
Battery Rack 2 sets

Cable Make & size

Polycab make , 1CX4 sqmm.CX35 sq.mm,

CX25 sq.mm, 4C278/.4135 Sq. mm

Voltage of cable

1100 V

Distribution Box

AC Distribution Board -01 No.

Name

ACDB -50KW

Make

Agastya

Junction Boxes

Main Junction Boxes

Date of commissioning and installation 29 /10/2014

Solar Photovoltaic Power plant of 50 KWp Capacity is installed and commissioned at

MP pollution control board Bhopal (M.P). Date of commissioning 11/07/2014.

S.N
o

particulars

Power Conditioning Unit

Nos./Make/ Capacity

SP Module/Array

Support structure

Battery Bank
Batteries (2V cell)

Battery Rack

Nos.

01

Make

Mehgatech/Neowatt

Capacity

50 KVA

No.

200

Make

Waaree

Capacity of each
(Wp)

250 Wp

20 Nos for 50 Kw

GI Structure

Nos.

240

Make

Southern

Capacity each

600Ah

Nos.

1 set

MP Pollution Control Board Bhopal

Longitude 78.330354/Latitude 24.043468 capacity 50 KWp

S.N
o

Devices

No. of units /SI.No/Make/Capacity

System
Electronics
PCU

Nos -1

Charge
controller
,Inverter

Make : Neowatt

SI.No :NP15W0001173

Capacity : 50 KVA
Rating: 50 KVA/ 240 V DC
Type of charge controller : MPPT

Output 3 Phase
Whether hybrid or stand alone :
Hybrid
Whether imported or indigenous :
indigenous
Input Voltage to Inverter : 440 V
+/- 2 %
2

SPV Module
/Array details

No. 180
Make Sova Power
Capacity of each panel (Wp): 280
Wp -60 Nos & 285 Wp- 120 Nos
Module efficiency : 14.66% for
280 Wp & 15.03 % for 285 Wp
No of series & parallel
Combination : 10 series & 18
parallel Combination
Tilt angle of Module : 25 Degree
Whether imported or indigenous :
indigenous
Whether RFID tag is Pasted or
Not : Yes
IF so tag is inside or outside :
Inside
Type of RFID : laminated (In
built)

Support
structure

Tracking (Manual /Auto) or Non

tracking : Manual

Battery Bank

Nos. 240
Make Southern Tubular Batteries
Capacity Each : 2 V/600 Ah
Type: Tubular Lead
Acid/VRLA/GEL : Tubular Lead

Acid
Rating: 240 VDC/600Ah
Nos of series and parallel
combination : 120 Nos. series & 2
Nos parallel
Depth of Discharge :80%
Battery Rack 10 Nos

Distribution
Boxes

AC Distribution Board

DC Distribution Board

Make : HAGER

Make :ABB

Array Junction Boxes

Junction
Boxes

Main Junction Boxes

SPI Sun simulator 4600SLP

Title SS280P
Module Type 280Wp
RCCC1 : 0.884
RCCC2: 0.871
Intensity V : 5.339 V
Lamp Voltage : 2250 V
Load V : 6.800 V
Sampling Frequency : 32000 Hz
Sweep Delay : 10 ms
Sweep Direction : Isc > Voc

IV point : 1822
Irr = 100 mW/sq . cm
Tested at Temp : 24.6 Deg C
Corrected To: Temp : 25.0 degC
Voc: 44.50 V
Isc: 8.56 A
Rs = 0.58 ohm
Rsh = 25.88 ohm
Pmax = 281.38 W
Vpm = 36.46 V
Ipm = 7.72 A
FF =0.74
Eff,m = 14.66 %
Eff,c = 16.06 %

Day Wise Solar Energy Report

Site _ M.P Pollution Control Board
System Capacity 50 Kwp

S.No

Date

Solar Array Total Power

(KWH)

Output Total Power

(KWH)

Grid Total Power

01-11-14

201.00

135.00

0.00

02-11-14

303.00

208.00

0.00

03-11-14

390.00

260.00

0.00

04-11-14

576.00

360.00

0.00

05-11-14

653.00

412.00

0.00

06-11-14

719.00

454.00

0.00

07-11-14

806.00

520.00

0.00

08-11-14

862.00

544.00

1.00

09-11-14

904.00

559.00

1.00

10

10-11-14

99.00

618.00

1.00

11

11-11-14

1086.00

696.00

1.00

12

12-11-14

1184.00

771.00

1.00

13

13-11-14

1284.00

845.00

1.00

14

14-11-14

1358.00

883.00

1.00

15

15-11-14

1442.00

944.00

1.00

16

16-11-14

1490.00

960.00

1.00

17

17-11-14

1575.00

1030.00

1.00

18

18-11-14

1666.00

1097.00

1.00

19

19-11-14

1746.00

1143.00

1.00

20

20-11-14

1834.00

1216.00

1.00

21

21-11-14

1924.00

1278.00

1.00

22

22-11-14

2005.00

1337.00

1.00

23

23-11-14

2056.00

1357.00

1.00

24

24-11-14

2131.00

1416.00

1.00

Source: MP Pollution Control Board SPVPP ( 50 Kwp)

S.No

Date

Solar Array Total Power

(KWH)

Output Total Power (KWH)

Grid Total Power

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24

01-12-14
02-12-14
03-12-14
04-12-14
05-12-14
06-12-14
07-12-14
08-12-14
09-12-14
10-12-14
11-12-14
12-12-14
13-12-14
14-12-14
15-12-14
16-12-14
17-12-14
18-12-14
19-12-14
20-12-14
21-12-14
22-12-14
23-12-14
24-12-14

2425.00
2597.00
2776.00
2954.00
3095.00
3199.00
3272.00
3364.00
3458.00
3557.00
3649.00
3746.00
3843.00
3915.00
3977.00
4066.00
4163.00
4257.00
4351.00
4451.00
4513.00
4569.00
4569.00
4666.00

1819.00
1898.00
1984.00
2061.00
2133.00
2202.00
2240.00
2308.00
2379.00
2450.00
2520.00
2594.00
2668.00
2701.00
2734.00
2805.00
2876.00
2945.00
3016.00
3089.00
3119.00
3150.00
3151.00
3223.00

1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00
1.00

Site Survey Report

SOLAR POWER PLANT DETAILS
SPV Capacity

50 Kwp

Array
size/configuration

280 W solar module X

180 Nos

Battery
Capacity/configurat
ion

2 V,600 Ah Lead Acid

battery X 240 No

PCU Capacity

50 Kw/240 V DC

Panel structure
Dimension(L*W*H)
& quantity

18 ft x 10ft x6ft/18
nos

Battery Rack
Dimension

5ft.8 x 2ft.8 x
3ft.9/10 full length
rack

(L*W*H) & quantity

Site detail
Clear south facing shadow
free area (L x W)

12 x 30 meter

Roof Top availability

(plain/slope/saw tooth)

plain

Roof Accessibility
(Lift/staircase/others)

Staircase

Battery Room Dimension

30ft x 20ft x 10ft

Electrical Wiring Details

Distance from Rooftop To Battery Room
Distance from Grid Meter to battery
Room
Distance of Earth Pit From battery Room
Availability of Grid Supply ( 1ph/3 ph)
Distance of Proposed Earth Pit fro LA
from panel structure

OTHER DETAILS
Grid power Availability Hrs/day

24 x 7

Average Grid Voltage P-N

235 V

DG availability at site Hrs/day

100 Kva & 200 Kva

Any other power generating unit

Solar water Heater

(solar power plant or UPS)

Grouting on roof or separate Civil
Structure

s.n
o
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20

Date
06-0415
07-0415
08-0415
09-0415
10-0415
11-0415
12-0415
13-0415
14-0415
15-0415
16-0415
17-0415
18-0415
19-0415
20-0415
21-0415
22-0415
23-0415
24-0415
25-04-

Grouting on roof top

(s.0) Grid
Import
Power
(KWH)

(s.1) Grid
Export
Power
(KWH)

(s.2) output
Total
Power
(KWH)

(s.3) output
Daily
Power
(KWH)

(s.4) Array
Daily
Power
(KWH)

(s.5) Array
Total
Power
(KWH)

(s.6)
Battery
Charging
(KWH)

(s.7)
Battery
Discharging
(KWH)

21

21

-17

50

21

31

16

-36

34

487

26

29

336

51

-204

35

487

192

164

384

103

-204

35

485

48

422

147

-204

36

486

-1

37

429

153

-204

44

36

492

431

155

-208

36

-1

607

47

564

189

-248

36

-1

792

114

132

752

226

-316

36

-1

982

183

187

958

268

-375

36

-1

1053

488

205

1068

318

-407

36

-1

1121

68

110

1182

371

-436

36

-2

1397

66

113

1421

418

-480

116

-2

1452

274

238

1522

491

-492

153

-2

1657

54

100

1710

524

-573

154

-3

1822

203

187

1901

567

-622

154

-3

2000

164

191

2078

623

-666

198
285

-3
-5

2229
2293

176
228

177
213

2292
2292

623
693

-666
-703

21

15
26-0415

355

-5

2293

62

101

2393

778

-703

Characteristics of some PV Technology classes

Technology

Crystallin
e Silicon

Hetrojunction
with intrinsic
Thin film
Layer

Amorphous
Silicon

Cadmium
Telluride

Copper
Indium
Gallium DiSelenide

Category

c-Si

HIT

s-Si

CdTe

CIGS or CIS

Current
Commercia
l efficiency

13%- 21%

18%-20%

6%-9%

8%-16%

8%-14%

0.45%/de
g.C

0.29%/deg.C

-0.21%/
deg .C

-0.25%/deg.C

-0.35%
deg.C

Temperatur
e
Coefficient
for Power