Energy Education

Finally Understand
Renewable Energy

No jargon. No boring articles. Just clear, visual explanations of how your industry can access cheaper, cleaner power.

Module 1

Most Industries Don't Realise
How Much They Overpay for Electricity.

Drag the slider to see how your electricity bill grows over time โ€” and how much of it you never question.

Monthly Electricity Bill

โ‚น0

For a mid-size industrial unit in Kerala

Year

2022

202020212022202320242025
Energy Chargesโ‚น52,685
Demand Chargesโ‚น25,063
Peak Hour Surchargeโ‚น12,651
Grid Infrastructureโ‚น7,366
Diesel Backup Costsโ‚น16,330

๐Ÿ“ˆ At this trajectory, your annual electricity cost in 2030 will be โ‚น26 Lakh+

Tariffs Rise Every Year

KSEB and DISCOM tariffs have increased 12โ€“18% annually, outpacing most business cost inflation.

Peak Hour Penalties

Industries using power during peak hours pay 40โ€“60% more per unit โ€” often without realising it.

Demand Charges Are Hidden

You pay for your highest demand moment, even if it lasts just 15 minutes. This alone can be 20โ€“30% of your bill.

Diesel Eats Into Margins

Diesel backup for grid failures costs โ‚น18โ€“22/unit. Your grid rate is โ‚น7โ€“9/unit. The gap is margin loss.

You Have No Leverage

Buying from the grid means accepting any tariff. Renewable procurement puts you in control of your energy cost.

๐Ÿ’ก The good news?

Industries with 1 MW+ consumption can access renewable power at โ‚น3.5โ€“5.5/unit โ€” versus โ‚น7โ€“11/unit from the grid.

Module 2

Your Renewable Power Options

Six ways your industry can access renewable energy. Tap any card to explore the details.

Most Popular

Group Captive

Multiple industries jointly own a share of a renewable plant and consume power via open access.

30โ€“50% reduction in effective tariffยท ROI 3โ€“5 years
Maximum Savings

CAPEX Solar

You invest in and own a solar system โ€” on your rooftop or as a ground-mount project.

40โ€“65% on daytime energy costsยท ROI 4โ€“6 years
Zero Upfront

OPEX / RESCO

Developer installs and owns the solar system. You buy electricity at agreed rates โ€” no capex needed.

15โ€“30% on energy billsยท ROI Immediate โ€” from day 1
Flexible Procurement

Open Access

Buy electricity directly from any renewable generator through the grid network.

20โ€“40% vs retail grid tariffยท ROI Immediate
High Output

Wind Power PPA

Sign a long-term agreement to buy power from a wind developer at fixed tariffs.

25โ€“45% vs gridยท ROI Immediate
Future-Ready

Hybrid + BESS

Wind + solar combined with battery storage โ€” delivers stable power around the clock.

30โ€“50% โ€” with reliability premiumยท ROI 5โ€“7 years
Module 3

How Group Captive Works

The most powerful renewable model for South Indian industries โ€” explained in 7 simple steps. Tap each step to learn more.

Step 1

You Buy Equity

Your industry buys a 26%+ equity stake in a wind or solar project.

Step 2

Plant Generates Power

The renewable plant generates electricity โ€” wind or solar.

Step 3

Power into Grid

Electricity is injected into the state transmission network.

Step 4

Wheeled to You

Power is "wheeled" through the grid to your location.

Step 5

Adjusted Against Consumption

Your energy consumption is offset against what your plant produced.

Step 6

Lower Effective Cost

Your effective electricity cost drops by 30โ€“50%.

Step 7

Green Credentials

You earn Renewable Energy Certificates and ESG reporting benefits.

Power & Money Flow

Wind/Solar Plant50โ€“200 MW
State GridTransmission Network
Your FactoryPower Consumption
Cost Savings30โ€“50% reduction
Module 4

CAPEX vs OPEX

Own it or rent it? Both work โ€” the right choice depends on your business situation.

Option A

CAPEX Solar

You own the system

40โ€“65%

energy savings

You own the asset outright
Maximum long-term savings (40โ€“65%)
Accelerated depreciation tax benefit
No annual escalation in tariff
Asset on your balance sheet
High upfront investment (โ‚น4โ€“6 Cr/MW)
O&M responsibility on you
Requires land/rooftop space

Best for: Capital-rich businesses with long-term facility plans and available space.

Option B

OPEX / RESCO

Developer owns, you save

15โ€“35%

immediate savings

Zero upfront capital required
Immediate savings from day one
O&M managed by developer
No technical risk to you
Flexible lease/PPA structure
Lower savings vs CAPEX long-term
Developer owns the asset
Locked in for 15โ€“25 years

Best for: Businesses that want savings without investment or technical management overhead.

10-Year Savings Comparison

Illustrative figures for a mid-size industrial unit (โ‚น Lakhs)

1 MW plant

CAPEX โ€” 10yr cumulative savingsโ‚น750 L

After โ‚น500L initial investment

OPEX โ€” 10yr cumulative savingsโ‚น300 L

Zero upfront investment

3 MW plant

CAPEX โ€” 10yr cumulative savingsโ‚น2200 L

After โ‚น1500L initial investment

OPEX โ€” 10yr cumulative savingsโ‚น900 L

Zero upfront investment

5 MW plant

CAPEX โ€” 10yr cumulative savingsโ‚น3700 L

After โ‚น2500L initial investment

OPEX โ€” 10yr cumulative savingsโ‚น1500 L

Zero upfront investment

Which Model Fits Your Business?

Answer 5 quick questions to find out.

1. Do you have capital available for upfront investment?

2. Do you have rooftop or land space available?

3. Do you want to own the asset?

4. Is your priority to avoid technical risk?

5. Are you planning for 25+ year operations at this facility?

Module 5

Myth vs Reality

8 common misconceptions that hold South Indian industries back from switching to cheaper, cleaner energy. Tap each card to reveal the truth.

๐Ÿ’ฐCommon Myth

"Renewable energy is expensive."

Tap to reveal the reality โ†’

โœ“ The Reality

Many South Indian industries now procure renewable power at โ‚น3.5โ€“5.5/unit โ€” cheaper than KSEB's โ‚น7โ€“11/unit retail tariff.

Tap to go back โ†ฉ

๐ŸŒ™Common Myth

"Solar only works during the day."

Tap to reveal the reality โ†’

โœ“ The Reality

Hybrid projects combine wind (which peaks at night) with solar and battery storage โ€” providing stable, near-24/7 renewable supply.

Tap to go back โ†ฉ

๐ŸญCommon Myth

"Group captive is too complicated for my business."

Tap to reveal the reality โ†’

โœ“ The Reality

With the right advisory partner handling regulatory, legal, and commercial structuring, the process is straightforward. You focus on your business.

Tap to go back โ†ฉ

โšกCommon Myth

"I need to own solar panels to use solar power."

Tap to reveal the reality โ†’

โœ“ The Reality

Under the OPEX/RESCO model, a developer installs and owns the panels. You simply buy the electricity โ€” no ownership, no maintenance.

Tap to go back โ†ฉ

๐Ÿ”“Common Myth

"Open access is only for very large companies."

Tap to reveal the reality โ†’

โœ“ The Reality

Any industrial consumer with 1 MW+ connected load qualifies for open access in most South Indian states โ€” including mid-size manufacturers.

Tap to go back โ†ฉ

๐Ÿ”‹Common Myth

"Renewable energy is unreliable."

Tap to reveal the reality โ†’

โœ“ The Reality

Grid-connected renewable with banking arrangements ensures reliable supply. Hybrid RTC projects are specifically designed for industrial-grade reliability.

Tap to go back โ†ฉ

๐ŸŒง๏ธCommon Myth

"Solar panels won't survive Kerala's climate."

Tap to reveal the reality โ†’

โœ“ The Reality

Modern solar panels are tested for high humidity, coastal environments, and heavy rainfall. They carry 25-year performance warranties.

Tap to go back โ†ฉ

๐Ÿ“ˆCommon Myth

"I'll save money only after 10+ years."

Tap to reveal the reality โ†’

โœ“ The Reality

OPEX/RESCO models deliver savings from month one. Group captive models typically reach full payback in 3โ€“5 years.

Tap to go back โ†ฉ

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Module 6

How Much Can You Save?

Adjust the inputs to get an indicative savings estimate for your business.

โ‚น5.0L / month
โ‚น1Lโ‚น50L
500 kW
100 kW10 MW

โ‚น2 L

Monthly Savings

โ‚น25 L

Annual Savings

โ‚น2.5 Cr

10-Year Total Savings

440 T

COโ‚‚ Avoided / Year

Bill Reduction Visualised

Current Grid Billโ‚น5.0L / mo
After Renewable Transitionโ‚น2.9L / mo

* Estimates are indicative based on typical South India renewable tariffs. Actual savings depend on site assessment, grid charges, and PPA terms. Talk to our advisors for a site-specific analysis.

Module 7

Your Renewable Transition Journey

From high electricity bills today to locked-in low-cost renewable power โ€” here's the path.

Now

The Status Quo

  • โ‚น8โ€“11/unit from DISCOM
  • Rising tariffs every year
  • Diesel backup costs
  • Zero ESG credentials
  • No control over energy costs
Month 1โ€“2

Awareness & Evaluation

  • Understanding your energy profile
  • Exploring renewable options
  • First conversations with advisors
  • Site assessment initiated
  • Commercial modelling begins
Month 3โ€“6

Structuring & Agreement

  • Model selected (Group Captive/CAPEX/OPEX)
  • PPA or equity terms negotiated
  • Open access application filed
  • Legal and regulatory documentation
  • Developer/SPV identified
Month 6โ€“18

Project Execution

  • Plant construction underway
  • Grid connectivity arranged
  • Wheeling agreement signed
  • Metering and monitoring setup
  • Trial run and commissioning
Year 2+

Savings & Returns

  • 30โ€“50% lower effective tariff
  • Predictable energy costs
  • Monthly bill adjustment begins
  • ROI compounding annually
  • Capex recouped in 3โ€“5 years
Year 5โ€“25

Sustainable Growth

  • Locked-in low energy costs
  • Green credentials for exports
  • ESG and RE100 compliance
  • Carbon footprint reduction
  • Competitive energy advantage
Module 8

South India Renewable Opportunity

Wind corridors, solar belts, and group captive markets โ€” tap a state to explore the opportunity.

South India โ€” Renewable Energy Map

Bay of Bengal โ†’

Indian Ocean โ†“

Wind Corridor
Solar Belt
Open Access Market

Tap a state on the map to explore its renewable energy opportunity.

Module 9

Energy Terms Made Simple

10 industry terms decoded in plain English. Tap any term to understand it in under 30 seconds.

Select a term to learn more

Each term explained in plain English with a real-world analogy

Ready to Explore Your
Renewable Options?

Talk to our advisors โ€” no pitch, just a clear-eyed assessment of what renewable power can do for your business.