300kW Solar Installation at Engo Tea Factory by SolarLogix
SolarLogix successfully designed and executed a 300 kW industrial rooftop solar power plant for Engo Tea Factory, a tea processing unit under the commercial sector, located in West Bengal.
The project was developed to address high continuous power demand, reduce electricity and operational costs, and ensure stable, uninterrupted energy supply for tea manufacturing operations, while maintaining advanced safety and grid compliance.
This installation stands as a reference rooftop solar project for tea estates and factories in the region.
📍 Project Details
| Parameter | Details |
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| Client Name | Engo Tea Factory |
| Industry | Commercial / Tea Processing |
| Location | West Bengal |
| Installed Capacity | 300 kW Rooftop Solar Plant |
| Structure Type | TATA Power Certified RCC Ballast Structure |
| Solar Modules | TATA Power Make 300+ Series WP |
| Inverter Type | TATA Power Certified Goodwe String MPPT |
| Grid Integration | Zero Export device integration |
| Safety Systems | ESE type Lightning Arrester |
| Maintenance | Manual Module Cleaning System |
| Monitoring | Remote Monitoring with Live Feed |
| Insurance | TATA AIG Insurance Enabled |
⚙️ Engineering & Safety Highlights
The system was engineered with a strong emphasis on industrial reliability, safety, and performance:
✔ Zero-Export device to ensure compliance and prevent unintended feed-in
✔ ESE type lightning arrester for superior protection over large factory areas
✔ TATA Power Certified RCC Ballast Structure for durable, non-invasive rooftop mounting
✔ High-quality M8*25mm Nut Bolt Assembly with Washers and foundation bolts for long-term durability
✔ Remote monitoring system for real-time energy and performance tracking
The design ensures high uptime and long service life, critical for continuous manufacturing operations.
⚡ Performance & Financial Impact
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Specific Generation: ~1300 units per kW per year
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Estimated Annual Generation: ~3,90,000 units
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Applicable Grid Tariff: ₹8.5 / unit
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Estimated Annual Savings: ~₹33.15 Lakhs
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Payback Period: ~3 to 4 years
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System Life: 25+ years
The solar plant significantly reduces grid electricity costs, delivering massive long-term savings for the tea processing facility.
🌱 Environmental Impact
This 300 kW rooftop solar installation contributes to:
🌍 ~6222.66 tons of CO₂ emissions avoided
🌳 ~7305.24 trees planted (equivalent)
🏭 ~3086.07 tons of coal burn avoided
🚗 ~24.46 million km of petrol consumption offset
A strong step towards sustainable, energy-efficient tea production operations.
