Our reporter takes a look at how Delhi is gradually turning to solar power, the challenges the administration faces, the incentives the State government is offering; and how the process of installing solar power systems is being streamlined with a view to increase power generation.

Lack of awareness keeps city from going green.

A mere 7 megawatt (MW) of Delhi’s peak power consumption demand of about 5,800 (MW) is met through solar power. In this too, the total contribution of ‘households’ towards green energy is barely 1 MW

Tap non-residential buildings, say experts

The Delhi government should initially focus on commercial and industrial consumers on a priority basis as given the existing cost of solar power.

Delhi to lead Centre’s ‘solar city’ initiative

If all goes as planned then Delhi will soon lead the 55 cities being developed as “solar cities” under the Centre’s Smart City initiative

DMRC to make all stations self-sustaining

The Delhi Metro is not only the country’s largest metro network, but it also enjoys the rare distinction of contributing to around 40 per cent of the city’s total solar power generation.

‘Do not opt for cheap products’

This family has a word of caution for those who planning to install solar panels on their roof-tops.Do not go for small companies or cheap products as there are hundreds of options available