220kW Solar Installation at Amaresh Rice Mill by SolarLogix
SolarLogix successfully designed and executed a 220 kW commercial rooftop solar power plant for Amaresh Rice Mill, located at Bhandardihi, West Bengal.
The project was planned to address high daytime energy consumption, DG dependency, and rising commercial electricity tariffs, while ensuring safe grid integration, industrial safety compliance, and long-term operational reliability.
This installation stands as a reference solar project for rice mills and agro-processing industries in West Bengal.
📍 Project Details
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Client Name | Amaresh Rice Mill |
| Industry | Rice Mill / Agro-Processing Industry |
| Location | Bhandardihi, West Bengal |
| Installed Capacity | 220 kW Ground Mounted Solar Plant |
| Structure Type | TATA Power Certified Ground Mounted |
| Solar Modules | TATA Power Make Bifacial 590 Wp Modules |
| Inverter Type | Solis String Inverters with MPPT (80 kW × 2) |
| Grid Integration | DG Synchronisation + Zero-Export Protection |
| Safety Systems | ESE Type Lightning Arrester, SS304 Safety Line |
| Maintenance Access | GI Walkways (Purlin-to-Purlin) |
| Monitoring | Remote Monitoring with Live Performance Feed |
| Insurance | TATA AIG Comprehensive Solar Plant Insurance |
⚙️ Engineering & Safety Highlights
The system was engineered keeping industrial safety, grid compliance, and operational reliability as top priorities:
✔ Zero-Export device with MFM & CT to prevent unintended grid export
✔ DG Synchronisation ensuring seamless operation during grid outages
✔ ESE type lightning arrester for advanced surge protection
✔ SS304 safety lines with tensioners for rooftop working personnel
✔ GI maintenance walkways (purlin-to-purlin) for safe O&M access
✔ Certified mounting structure suitable for heavy industrial sheet roofs
The design ensures high uptime, safe maintenance, and long service life.
⚡ Performance & Financial Impact
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Specific Generation: ~1300 units per kW per year
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Estimated Annual Generation: ~2.86 million units
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Applicable Grid Tariff: ₹8 / unit (commercial)
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Estimated Annual Savings: ~₹2.29 Crore
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Payback Period: ~6 to 8 years
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System Life: 25+ years
The solar plant significantly reduces grid power consumption and diesel generator usage, delivering stable and predictable savings year after year.
🌱 Environmental Impact
This 220 kW rooftop solar installation contributes to:
🌍 ~4,563 tons of CO₂ emissions avoided
🌳 ~5,357 trees planted (equivalent)
🏭 ~4,563 tons of coal burn avoided
🚗 ~17.94 million km of petrol consumption offset
A major step towards sustainable and energy-efficient rice milling operations.
