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How many EPCs are there in India?
It is interesting to note that considering the attractiveness of solar, there is significant interest among entrepreneurs and businesses to enter the solar EPC segment. As of mid 2016, Solar Mango estimates there to be […]
What is the need for choosing the right EPC?
EPCs are the most critical component in the implementation of a solar PV power plant, as they are the glue that put together the design, procurement and the complete construction. For an industry in its […]
Want to produce both heat and electricity from the Sun?
When it comes to using solar for your heat and electricity requirements, the obvious solution is to have a separate solar PV system for producing electricity and solar thermal collectors for water heating. It is […]
Is it a good idea to use high efficiency solar panels for your rooftop?
Efficiency is one key feature of solar panels that most customers are interested in right away.
Although most customers go for ‘best value-for-money’ solar panels rather than ‘most efficient’ solar panels which are costlier, many customers […]
What are the usual timelines provided by good EPCs for project completion?
One prominent distinction between solar power plants and many other conventional power plants, especially thermal or nuclear power plants, is the amount of time it takes to install the power plant. While conventional power plants could take a few years from concept/design to commissioning, solar power plants, even […]
How much do EPCs charge for their services?
In India, the entire EPC portion of the solar power plant typically costs about 6-10% of a solar power plant’s total project cost – the higher end of the range is typically only for smaller solar power […]
What value addition can solar EPCs with good industry partnerships provide?
While choosing EPCs, first look at how good the EPC is in the core strengths – which is solar power plant design and implementation. ay
Beyond core skills, what can really contribute to a high quality […]
Should I go for a small EPC or a large EPC?
The kind of EPC you choose depends on the size of the solar plant you plan to put up.
Let us assume the developer wants to set up a 1 MW solar plant.
Typically, larger EPCs focus […]
What should I be aware of while signing contracts with EPCs?
It is very important that the developer goes through the solar EPC contract in detail, even if takes a toll on your time. The following pointers should be taken note of before signing a contract […]
What are the certifications you need to look for in an EPC?
This post is specific to Indian solar EPCs.
As of 2016, there are no specific certifications for solar EPC as a group.
In the absence of formal certification, an MNRE accredited channel partner is the primary certification […]