COAL AVOIDED
Equivalent to tonnes of coal avoided over a period of 25 years
2,703 Tonnes
According to U.S. Energy Information Administration (2020), the average amount of coal used to generate a kilowatt hour (kWh) of electricity is 1.13 pounds.
205 kW Rooftop Solar for Tea Estate in Tamil Nadu, India
Distributed Energy has entered into a 20-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with our customer for the asset management of a 205 kW rooftop solar project. This solar plant continues to deliver reliable clean energy. Through this partnership, our customer will significantly reduce their carbon footprint while achieving substantial savings on electricity costs.
Project Impact
CO2 OFFSET
Equivalent to tonnes of CO2 offset over a period of 25 years
3,858 Tonnes
According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), the CO₂ offset from solar in India is approximately 725 grams per kWh.
HEALTH IMPACT
Equivalent to tonnes of SO2 avoided over a period of 25 years
38 Tonnes
According to a study by the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, University of South Florida, USA, the average SO2 emissions avoided over 25 years is 7.07 grams/ kWh.
CUSTOMER BENEFIT
Savings over a period of 25 years
Rs. 87,88,612
Customer Benefit is the estimated total savings over 25 years: the discounted tariff rate we offer vs the grid rate.
Project Details
The customer is a leading tea cultivator and manufacturer in Tamil Nadu, operating multiple estates with a strong legacy since 2011. Over the years, they have earned globally recognized certifications such as Rainforest Alliance and Fairtrade, underscoring their commitment to education, healthcare, community development, and sustainable livelihoods.
Currently, the customer pays a premium for grid electricity. To address this challenge and to further their sustainability ambitions, they have chosen to transition to clean, reliable solar energy for their day-to-day operations.
As part of this commitment, they have partnered with Distributed Energy through a long-term PPA for the management of their rooftop solar plant, ensuring both cost savings and a reduced carbon footprint.
Investment Details
- Agreement Type: Purchase Power Agreement
- Project Type: Rooftop
- Plant Cost: View Plant Cost
- Expected Project IRR: >13%
- IRR with loan: >14%
- Depreciation Available: Yes
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