In Short : The Model Solar Village contest has triggered a sharp rise in rooftop solar installations by encouraging villages to compete in adopting clean energy solutions. The initiative promotes decentralised power generation, reduces electricity costs, and raises awareness about renewable energy, helping rural communities become more self-reliant while supporting India’s broader clean energy and […]
India Sees Rapid Growth in Residential Solar Adoption, 100,000 Homes Switch Every 45 Days – EQ
In Short : Shreya Mishra, CEO of SolarSquare, revealed that 100,000 Indian homes are switching to solar power every 40-45 days. This rapid adoption follows a trend where it once took five years for 100,000 homes to go solar by 2019. The growth is driven by increased awareness, rising electricity costs, and government programs like […]