Solar Power for Farmland

Your Portal to the Best Sustainable Green Energy Solution on Earth

By SoUrja, a PROCAT Initiative
PROCAT Transformation and Networking LLP
We mean Business
Vision, Mission, Road Map

To bring the benefit of the best Solar Power Technologies to the Energy
Sector of India and other Developing Countries, thereby contribute to
overall Development and Wealth Creation for All our Stake Holders.

• To be amongst the Top 5 Solar Power Companies of India in next 5 Years.

• To establish a strong Research & Development foundation.
• To encourage Best Practices in both Operations & Business.
• To Enrich the lives of our Employees, Customers and all Stake Holders.

With the above Vision & Mission in mind, we resolve to form a LLP, to start with,
between the Founder Partners, which will in due time review it’s Business
structure and transform into a Public Limited Company, keeping in mind the
aspirations of the Founders, Employees and relevant Stake Holders and also the
Business realities of the time and law of the land.
Overview

• Basic Concept
• Types of Solar Power Systems
• Solar Power Applications in Farmland
• Factors in Sizing Solar Power Systems
• Irrigation and Fertilizer Management
• Poly house & Storage
• Food Processing & Commercial Use
• Factors affecting Sizing and Points to Remember
• SoUrja as Solar Power Partner
Basic Solar Power System Types
Solar Photo Voltaic Power System Types

Standalone Mode On Grid Mode

This is useful in remote places where grid power is not This is best used where grid power is available or On Grid
available or On Grid mode is not accepted by the grid. mode is accepted by the grid.

Best used for heavy usage in date time like water Storage Battery (which is a major cost component) can
pumping for irrigation and lift operations in high rises. be eliminated or at least scaled down.
Functional Blocks: Stand alone SPV System

Solar Panel
Charge Controller

Sun

Inverter

Battery
Domestic Appliances

Industrial Appliances
Day time: Energy generated is used online.
Excess energy is storage in Battery.
Night time: Stored energy is used from Battery.
Battery sizing is critical for optimum operation.
Functional Blocks: On Grid SPV System

Solar Panel
Charge Controller

Sun
Inverter

Domestic Appliances

Power Grid
Net Meter

Industrial
Appliances
Day time: Energy generated is used online. Excess
energy is feed back to the Grid.
Night time: Power is used from the Grid.
The Grid works like a de facto Storage Device. Net
metering is most crucial to this configuration.
Functional Blocks: On Grid Hybrid SPV System

Solar Panel
Charge Controller

Inverter

Sun

Domestic Appliances

Net Meter Power Grid

A small Battery bank is added

in the On Grid Configuration
in such cases where the Grid
Supply is not very reliable.
Industrial The Battery acts as a second
Appliances
Storage Unit with the Grid
remaining the Primary one.
Battery size is much smaller
Battery
compared to Standalone
configuration.
Applications: Stand alone SPV System

• Best suited for remote locations and places with very limited Grid Power.
• Battery back up may be required for usage during Night time and Cloudy days.
• Given the above, one of the best Application is Water Pumping for Irrigation.
• Solar Output is available only during day, which is time for irrigation.
• Maximum Output is achieved during midday, when water demand is maximum.
• Also Peak performance is achieved during Summer, when demand is maximum.
• Water can be used as a Energy Storage means instead of Battery.
• Sizing of Panel, Inverter, Battery, etc. is very crucial for optimum result.
Applications: On Grid SPV System

• Best suited for locations with secured Grid Power as cheaper green source of energy.
• Battery back up is not required as the Grid works as “shared Storage”
• However, if Grid is unreliable, then minimum Battery Storage can be considered.
• Given the above, it fits into almost all Urban & Rural Applications.
• In Farmland we can use for Poly house, Storage & Processing Units & Pisciculture.
• Also used for Domestic consumption.
• Sizing of Panel, Inverter, Battery, etc. is very crucial for optimum result.
Choosing SPV System/ Product
SPV Based Standard Products:
• SPV Panels, Standalone 1-100 W
• SPV Pump, AC/ DC 0.25 – 10 HP
• SPV Light, 12-24 Hr Back up 10-100 W
• SPV Fan, 12-24 Hr Back up 40-250 W
• SPV Chiller 12-24 Hr Back up 40-250 W
• Solar Power with 12-12 Hr Back up 0.1-1 kW
• Identify Rating & Backup, choose Product
Standalone SPV System:
• SPV with DC Pump, daytime operation
• SPV with AC Pump, daytime operation
• SPV with Elevator, daytime operation
• SPV for Industry, daytime operation
• SPV with Battery, day & night operation
• Identify Power/ Energy and Back up required
• Identify Space and Location of use
• Get the Optimum solution Engineered
On Grid SPV System:
• On Grid, daytime operation
• On Grid, day & night operation
• On Grid with Battery, day & night operation
• Check suitability of On Grid Operation
• Check Net metering regulations
• Identify Power/ Energy and Back up required
• Identify Space and Location of use
• Get the Optimum solution Engineered
Power, Back up Requirement:
• Check Power requirements at months of the year
• Also check Hourly Power demand throughout the day
• Calculate Back up Requirement on demand * duration
Space & Location Constraints
• Check Space free to direct Sunshine (7 AM – 5 PM)
• Future obstruction from Highrise in Urban space
• Identify the Lat-Long details from GPS
Factors in SPV Sizing: Direct Sunshine
Space open to Direct Sunshine:
• Both Mono & Poly SPVs are most effective under Direct Sunshine.
• TFA Panels have lower efficiency than both Mono & Poly Panels but are effective under shade as well.
• For Mono or Poly SPV (most likely in Urban space) – get a proper survey of direct Sunshine availability
• Period of effective Solar Output is considered for 10 hours (7 AM – 5 PM) in India.
• This period will shrink during winters, but for effective direct Sunshine please consider the same.
• Shadow from nearby Hill/ Building/ Tree mostly during morning & evening need to be considered.
• Obstructions due East/ West and + 23% N/S would be most critical.
• Please factor in any future possible obstruction like nearby Building, etc.

Arc of Direct Sunshine

Factors in SPV Sizing: Location
Solar Irradiance and Effective Power Output
Jan
City Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Avg
Agra 3.25 4.28 5.35 6.39 7.31 7.22 6.11 5.66 5.5 5 3.92 3.19 5.26
Agartala 4.28 4.98 5.52 5.45 5.01 4.36 4.27 4.3 4.04 4.31 4.19 4.13 4.57

Ahmadabad 4.36 5.08 5.89 6.29 6.56 5.9 4.71 4.39 5.07 5.07 4.52 4.03 5.15
Aizawl 4.39 5.06 5.5 5.42 4.95 4.46 4.3 4.37 4.26 4.34 4.28 4.19 4.62
Bengaluru 5.31 6.07 6.53 6.43 6 4.92 4.45 4.53 4.89 4.57 4.49 4.72 5.24
Bhubaneshwar 4.5 5.22 5.75 6.23 6.15 4.48 3.86 3.72 4.09 4.53 4.4 4.24 4.76
Chandigarh 3.5 4.58 5.65 6.66 7.39 7.08 5.86 5.43 5.54 5.25 4.22 3.4 5.38
Chennai 4.89 5.83 6.56 6.61 6 5.12 4.63 4.71 4.94 4.37 4.02 4.21 5.15
Dehra Dun 3.67 4.47 5.58 6.61 7.39 6.69 5.33 4.8 5.17 5.38 4.38 3.63 5.25
Delhi 3.71 4.64 5.73 6.17 6.39 6.04 5.19 4.78 4.99 4.79 4.07 3.45 4.99
Hyderabad 5.02 5.77 6.28 6.4 6.14 4.81 4.24 4.1 4.46 4.74 4.81 4.7 5.12
Imphal 4.3 4.9 5.16 5.4 4.9 4.26 3.84 3.8 3.75 4.07 4.02 4.01 4.36
Jaipur 3.9 4.67 5.4 5.99 6.35 6.21 5.08 4.68 5.05 4.75 4.04 3.66 4.98
Kolkata 4.13 4.89 5.59 5.99 5.79 4.49 4.09 3.9 3.88 4.32 4.21 4.02 4.60
Lucknow 3.62 4.63 5.68 6.19 6.54 5.88 4.78 4.45 4.45 4.83 4.14 3.52 4.89
Mumbai 6.54 7.17 7.42 7.14 6.69 5.63 4.94 4.85 5.69 6.29 6.46 5.92 6.23

For more details you can refer to

http://www.synergyenviron.com/tools/solar-irradiance
http://mnre.gov.in/sec/DNI_Annual.jpg
Piped, Sprinklers & Drip Irrigation
Source

Transportation

Collection/ Storage

Flow Control

Distribution
Irrigation & Fertilizer Management
Advantages of Piped Irrigation:
1. Water can be transported both Uphill as well as down hill thru pipes.
2. Minimum Choking, Clogging, Erosion so Maintenance is near to nil.
3. No Seepage, no Evaporation, hence transportation Losses are minimum.
4. No Pilferage losses.

Advantages of Drip Irrigation & Sprinklers:

1. Controlled flow to root zone. Saves Water, optimum irrigation, best yield
2. Can be used for distribution of liquid Fertilizers. Uniform distribution, saving, best result.
3. No Top Soil Erosion or Leaching. Ground Fertility maintained for longer time.

But there are Challenges/ Opportunities

1. Pumping is required for Uphill Transportation or Borewell water extraction.
2. Pumping is also required for Drip Irrigation & Sprinklers.
3. Solar Pumps are the Best Solution.
Irrigation & Fertilizer Management
DC SURFACE PUMP 1HP 2HP 3HP

PumpType Surface/ Shallow water sources

PVArraySize(Wp) 1150 2250 3400
Pump Capacity (Hp) 1 2 3
Total Dynamic Head (m) 10 10 20
Shutoff Dynamic Head (m) 12 12 25
Water discharge (LPD) at 90,000 180,000 135,000
5.6 kWh/m2 insolation @10m Head @10m Head @20m Head

DC SUBMERSIBLE PUMP 1HP 2HP 3HP 5HP

PumpType Submersible/ Borewell, Tubewell, Diggi

PVArraySize(Wp) 1500 2250 3750 6000
Pump Capacity (Hp) 1 2 3 5
Total Dynamic Head (m) 30 30 50 50
Shutoff Dynamic Head (m) 45 45 75 70
Water discharge (LPD) at 42,000 63,000 63,000 101,000
5.6 kWh/m2 insolation @10m Head @10m Head @10m Head @10m Head

AC SURFACE PUMP 1HP 2HP 3HP 5HP

PumpType Surface/ Shallow water sources

PVArraySize(Wp) 1200 2400 3600 6000
Pump Capacity (Hp) 1 2 3 5
Total Dynamic Head (m) 10 10 20 20
Shutoff Dynamic Head (m) 12 15 25 30
Water discharge (LPD) at 81,000 162,000 121,000 216,000
5.6 kWh/m2 insolation @10m Head @10m Head @20m Head @20m Head

AC SUBMERSIBLE PUMP 1HP 2HP 3HP 5HP

PumpType Submersible/ Borewell, Tubewell, Diggi

PVArraySize(Wp) 1500 2250 3750 6000
Pump Capacity (Hp) 1 2 3 5
Total Dynamic Head (m) 30 30 50 50
Shutoff Dynamic Head (m) 45 45 75 70
Water discharge (LPD) at 42,000 63,000 63,000 101,000
5.6 kWh/m2 insolation @10m Head @10m Head @10m Head @10m Head
Solar Power for Poly House and Storage
Poly House (or Green House) provides:
• Controlled Environment (temperature, humidity)
• Protection from Pests
• Opportunity for Vertical Farming
Crops that can grown within Poly House:
• Theoretically any Crop, Practically Cash Crops
• Opportunity for Horticulture
• Excellent for Hybrids and Cross-breeding
Dry Storage Facility
• Needs Room temperature and Dry Air
• Good for Grain and Vegetables (Potato, Onion)
Cold Storage Facility
• Needs Low temperature (100C -150C)
• Good for Vegetable & Fruits
Refrigeration Facility
• Needs Very Low Temperature (00C -40C)
• Good for Poultry, Diary, Fish, Meat, etc.
Solar Power for Poly House and Storage
Solar Power Sizing
• Accurate Peak Power demand should be taken
• Peak Power may depend on Season/ Load
Configuration:
• Choose Standalone if Grid power is not available
• Choose On Grid if Grid power is available >99%
• Choose On Grid with Battery if Grid power availability is <99%
Calculation:
• Calculate the KWp based on Load, available Space, etc.
• Calculate the Battery Back up as required
Other Consideration
• Check out if there is any other Load which may be added
• It may be a good idea to factor in some Domestic use as well
Financial & Commercial Packaging
• Many attractive Packages are available
• Please call us for more details
Solar Power for Food Processing
Food Processing as Forward Integration
• Farmers can easily take up Processing of their own produce
• Setting up Rice, Wheat, Oil or Sugar Mills is relatively easy
• Potato/ Banana Chips, Garlic/ Ginger extracts are simple
• Options like Fruit extracts, Honey culture are also simple
• Diary based Processing has various possibilities
• Poultry and Meat Processing are yet another industry
• Some tree like Coconut have several extracts
Advantages of Food Processing:
• Food Processing is Value Addition with high returns
• Processed Food is easier to store for longer period
Solar Power and it’s Consideration
• Factors remains same as in Poly House or Storage
Financial & Commercial Packaging
• Many attractive Packages are available
• Please call us for more details
Solar Power for Commercial Use
Commercial Use of Solar Power
• Farm lands have large Surfaces exposed to Sunlight
• Roof tops of Residences, Warehouses & Animal Sheds
• These area can be Rented for Commercial Power Units
• Power generated can be bought & Sold at market rate
• Farmers have nothing to lose as roofs are generally unused
Mechanism of Commercial Use:
• Farmers can Rent Out their Roof tops on Long Term Lease
• Farmers can invest in the Solar Power System on their own
• OR get Investor/ End User to invest for the System
Solar Power and it’s Consideration
• Factors remains same as in Poly House or Storage
• Access to Grid to transport the Power to End User
Practical Usage
• Road side Motels, Gas/ Charging Stations
• Village Schools, Medical Centres, Street Light, etc.
• Other Farmers who wouldn’t invest in Solar Power as yet
Points to Remember while selecting Solar Power
1. Don’t be carried away by advertisements
2. Understand the material and choose the best one
3. Be realistic about the budget
4. Understand the location and choose the kit
5. Look for certifications
6. Solar inverter
7. Check the mounting system
8. Warranty
9. Have a Techno-Commercial Assessment of your Requirement
10. Better to have a Solar Power Engineering Partner
SoUrja as your Solar Power Partner

SoUrja means the Best Engineering Minds

• Over 100 years of Collective Experience within the Top Management brings in Knowledge.
• Some of the best Brains in Engineering brings you Best of the Class Design.
• Our Core strength helps you in Financial Engineering to fit the Product to Pocket.

SoUrja means the Best Procurement Practices

• We go all out to Procure the Best Product to fit into our Solutions.
• Our stringent Quality Assurance Team keeps a Hawk Eye to protect the reliability of or supply.
• Our Operations Team has the reputation of a German Machine with an Indian Brain.

SoUrja means the Best Customer Experience

• Our Project Management Team works like Swiss Watch, may we say more.
• Our After Sales Teams ensures that you have all the necessary support from the OEMs.
• Our Customer Assurance Team is powered & inspired by the “Sunshine in Customer’s face”.

SoUrja is a PROCAT Transformation & Networking LLP initiative.

SoUrja as your Solar Power Partner
SoUrja Solar Power Plant services include:
• Energy Audit and Preparation of Feasibility Report
• Solar Irradiance Analysis and Project Financial Feasibility Report
• Preparation of Detailed Project Report
• Project Detailing & Engineering
• Assistance in Tendering & Procurement
• Project Commissioning Support
• Post Commissioning Guidance
Thank You!