Commercial & Industrial Solar Power Guide for Businesses

A complete beginner-to-advanced guide for factories, industries, and business owners planning to install solar power.

Rising electricity costs are no longer just an expense — they directly impact business profitability.
Commercial & Industrial (C&I) solar power is now a necessity for factories, warehouses,
hospitals, hotels, offices, and MSMEs that want long-term stability, savings, and growth.

Why Solar is No Longer Optional for Businesses

• Electricity tariffs increase every year
• Power outages affect production & operations
• Diesel generators are expensive and unreliable
• Margins are under constant pressure

Solar power fixes all of this in one decision.

What is Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Solar?

C&I solar refers to medium and large solar plants installed for:

• Factories & manufacturing units
• Warehouses & logistics parks
• Hospitals & hotels
• Malls, offices & IT parks
• Schools & institutions

Typical system sizes range from 20 kW to multiple MW,
depending on electricity consumption and available space.

How Solar Works for a Business (Simple Explanation)

1. Solar panels generate electricity during the day
2. Your factory or office uses solar power first
3. Extra power is exported to the grid via net metering
4. Grid power is used only when required

Result: Maximum savings with minimum dependency on the grid.

Biggest Benefit: Massive Cost Savings

A factory paying ₹12 per unit and consuming 1,00,000 units/month:

• Monthly bill: ₹12,00,000
• Solar offset (70%): ₹8,40,000
• New bill: ~₹3,60,000

Over 10 years, solar can save your business ₹1 crore or more.

Energy Control = Business Control

Solar gives businesses freedom from tariff hikes, peak demand charges,
and unpredictable power costs. Your roof becomes a power-generating asset,
not wasted space.

Types of Solar Solutions for Businesses

• Rooftop Solar: Most common, fast installation, no land cost
• Ground-Mounted Solar: Suitable where land is available
• Captive / Group Captive: Ideal when rooftop space is limited

CAPEX vs OPEX Solar Model

CAPEX: You invest upfront, recover cost in 3–5 years, enjoy free power for 20+ years.

OPEX / RESCO: Zero investment, pay per unit at lower cost than grid.

Structural & Safety Planning (Critical for Industries)

• Hot-Dip Galvanized (HDG) structures
• Chemical fasteners with deep anchoring
• Fire-retardant solar DC cables
• Proper earthing & lightning protection
• Professional shadow analysis

Approvals, Net Metering & Compliance

A professional EPC should handle all approvals, inspections, and DISCOM coordination.
Exolar provides end-to-end compliance support.

Solar Improves ESG, Brand & Customer Trust

Solar helps businesses meet ESG goals, reduce carbon footprint,
and build a responsible brand image.

Why Businesses Choose Exolar Energy

• Industrial-grade EPC expertise
• No hidden costs
• Strong safety & quality focus
• Fast response & after-sales support

Power Your Business with Solar

Electricity costs will never reduce — but your dependence on them can.
Solar is not an expense; it is a long-term business advantage.

Get a free solar feasibility & savings report from Exolar Energy today.