279.5kW Solar Installation at Pattharjhora Tea Estate by SolarLogix
SolarLogix successfully designed and executed a 279.5 kW solar power plant for Pattharjhora Tea Estate, a large tea industry operation, located at Oodlabari, West Bengal.
The project was developed to manage high daytime power consumption, reduce dependence on grid electricity and DG sets, and stabilise long-term energy costs for tea processing operations, while ensuring robust safety, grid compliance, and long-term reliability.
This installation stands as a reference solar project for tea estates and agro-based industries in Eastern India.
📍 Project Details
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Client Name | Pattharjhora Tea Estate |
| Industry | Tea Industry / Tea Estate |
| Location | Oodlabari, West Bengal |
| Installed Capacity | 279.5 kW Solar Power Plant |
| Plant Type | Ground Mounted Solar Plant |
| Structure Type | TATA Power Certified Ground-Mounted Structure |
| Solar Modules | TATA Power Make Bifacial 500 Series Modules |
| Inverter Type | TATA Power Certified Solis String Inverter with MPPT |
| Grid Integration | Net Metering + DG Synchronisation |
| Safety Systems | ESE Type Lightning Arrester |
| Civil & Foundation | Piling and Civil Works with Rod & Cement |
| Monitoring | Remote Monitoring with Live Performance Feed |
| Insurance | TATA AIG Comprehensive Solar Plant Insurance |
⚙️ Engineering & Safety Highlights
The system was engineered keeping industrial reliability, safety, and long-term performance at the core:
✔ Net-metered system for optimal utilisation of generated solar power
✔ DG synchronisation ensuring uninterrupted operations during grid outages
✔ ESE type lightning arrester for advanced lightning and surge protection
✔ Robust ground-mounted structure suitable for open land conditions
✔ Proper civil foundations ensuring structural stability and long service life
✔ Remote monitoring for real-time performance and energy tracking
The design ensures high uptime, ease of maintenance, and dependable operation in demanding agro-industrial environments.
⚡ Performance & Financial Impact
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Specific Generation: ~1200 units per kW per year
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Estimated Annual Generation: ~3.35 million units
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Applicable Grid Tariff: ₹8.7 / unit
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Estimated Annual Savings: ~₹2.9 crore
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Payback Period: ~8 to 10 years
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System Life: 25+ years
The solar plant significantly reduces electricity expenses and DG fuel costs, delivering stable and predictable savings for the tea estate.
🌱 Environmental Impact
This 279.5 kW solar installation contributes to:
🌍 ~5,797 tons of CO₂ emissions avoided
🌳 ~6,806 trees planted (equivalent)
🏭 ~2,875 tons of coal burn avoided
🚗 ~22.80 million km of petrol consumption offset
A strong step towards sustainable tea cultivation and eco-friendly production practices.
