Quick Answer A small retail shop in Chennai consuming 500 to 1,000 units per month needs approximately 10 to 25 solar panels in a 4kW to 10kW system A medium supermarket consuming 3,000 to 8,000 units per month needs approximately 75 to 200 panels in a 30kW to 80kW...
Quick Answer Captive solar means your business consumes all generated solar power directly — with no grid connection or export — while net metering allows surplus solar to be exported to the TANGEDCO grid for bill credits Net metering is more financially flexible and...
Quick Answer Schools and colleges in Chennai can install rooftop solar and access government benefits — but eligibility depends on the institution’s registration type and tax status Private schools and colleges registered as companies or trusts with taxable...
Quick Answer Yes — GST-registered businesses in Tamil Nadu can claim input tax credit on the 12 percent GST paid on commercial solar panel installation The ITC claim recovers the full GST amount paid — reducing the effective net cost of the solar installation by 12...
Quick Answer Yes, hospitals in Chennai can install rooftop solar without risking power to critical equipment — but system design must include hybrid inverters, battery backup, and critical load segregation Medical equipment like ventilators, ICU monitors, and OT...
Quick Answer Yes — commercial rooftop solar in Tamil Nadu is worth the investment in 2026 for businesses with monthly TANGEDCO bills above ₹30,000 and adequate roof space Higher commercial electricity tariffs of ₹6 to ₹9 per unit combined with 40 percent accelerated...
