Home
lighting System are powered by solar energy using
solar cells that convert solar energy (sunlight)
directly to electricity. The electricity is stored
in batteries and used for the purpose of lighting
whenever required. These systems are useful in
non-electrified rural areas and as reliable
emergency lighting system for important domestic,
commercial and industrial applications. The SPV
systems have found important application in the
dairy industry for lighting milk collection/
chilling centres mostly located in rural areas.
The Solar Home Lighting system is a fixed
installation designed for domestic application.
The system comprises of Solar PV Module (Solar
Cells), charge controller, battery and lighting
system (lamps & fans). The schematic of the HLS is
given below. The solar module is installed in the
open on roof/terrace - exposed to sunlight and the
charge controller and battery are kept inside a
protected place in the house. The solar module
requires periodic dusting for effective
performance.
Operation Time
The above systems are
designed to give a daily working time of 3-4 hours
with a fully charged battery. The system provides
for buffer storage for 1-2 non-sunny /cloudy days.
System Cost & Subsidy
Under the subsidy
scheme of GEDA /MNES 50% subsidy, on the cost of
each of following four models approved by MNES,
is being provided.
|
Models |
System Capacity |
No.of Lights |
Tubular Battery |
|
II |
37 Wp |
2 nos. – 9W CF
Lamps |
12V, 40 Ah |
|
III |
37 Wp |
1 – 9W CFL + 20W
DC Fan |
12V, 40 Ah |
|
IV |
74 Wp |
2 – 9W CFL + 20W
DC Fan |
12V, 75 Ah |
|
V |
74 Wp |
4 nos. – 9W CF
Lamps |
12V, 75 Ah |
Beneficiary Eligibility &
Application Procedure
Any individual legally residing in Gujarat is
eligible for availing the subsidy under the
Scheme. Subsidy is subject to prior approval of
GEDA. Prescribed subsidy application forms can be
obtained from GEDA office or authorised
manufacturers listed overleaf. |
