260kW Solar Installation at Brojendra Plantation by SolarLogix
SolarLogix successfully designed and executed a 260 kW commercial rooftop solar power plant for Brojendra Plantation Pvt. Ltd., a bottle-leaf tea garden located in Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal.
The project was developed to address high daytime energy demand, DG dependency, and rising grid tariffs, while ensuring safe integration with existing electrical infrastructure and long-term operational reliability.
This installation stands as a reference project for solar adoption in the tea industry.
📍 Project Details
| Parameter | Details |
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| Client Name | Brojendra Plantation Pvt. Ltd. |
| Industry | Tea Industry (Bottle-Leaf Processing) |
| Location | Jalpaiguri, West Bengal |
| Installed Capacity | 260 kW Rooftop Solar Plant |
| Structure Type | Engineered Sheet-Roof Mounting Structure |
| Solar Modules | High-Efficiency Bifacial Modules |
| Inverter Type | String Inverters with MPPT |
| Grid Integration | DG Synchronisation + Zero-Export Protection |
| Safety Systems | Lightning Arrester, SS304 Safety Line |
| Maintenance Access | GI Walkways (Purlin-to-Purlin) |
| Monitoring | Remote Monitoring with Live Performance Data |
| Insurance | Comprehensive Solar Plant Insurance |
⚙️ Engineering & Safety Highlights
The system was engineered keeping industrial safety, reliability, and compliance at the core:
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✔ Zero-Export device with MFM & CT to prevent unintended grid export
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✔ DG Synchronisation ensuring uninterrupted production
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✔ Elevated safety lines for rooftop working personnel
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✔ GI maintenance walkways for long-term O&M access
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✔ Robust structure suitable for sheet-roof industrial buildings
The design ensures high uptime, easy maintenance, and long service life.
⚡ Performance & Financial Impact
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Specific Generation: ~1200 units per kW per year
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Estimated Annual Generation: ~3.12 million units
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Applicable Grid Tariff: ₹8 / unit (commercial)
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Payback Period: ~3.5 to 4 years
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System Life: 25+ years
The solar plant significantly reduces grid consumption and DG runtime, delivering predictable savings year after year.
🌱 Environmental Impact
This 260 kW solar installation contributes to:
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🌍 ~5,393 tons of CO₂ emissions avoided
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🌳 ~2,674 trees planted (equivalent)
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🏭 ~6,331 tons of coal burn avoided
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🚗 ~21 million km of petrol consumption offset
A strong step towards sustainable tea production.
