Horizons at Wakad Society Celebrates Completion of 125 kWp Rooftop Solar Power Project
Pune, May 1, 2025 – Marking a significant milestone towards sustainability, Horizons at Wakad Society proudly inaugurated its 125 kWp Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic Power Plant on Maharashtra Day, May 1, 2025. This landmark green initiative was inaugurated by esteemed residents Mr. Sandip Yeole and Mrs. Punam Yeole amidst enthusiastic participation from all society members.
The rooftop solar project is a comprehensive green initiative, making Horizons at Wakad Society a fully sustainable community by powering their common utilities, Sewage Treatment Plant (STP), Organic Waste Converter (OWC), Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations, and all common amenities using clean solar energy. This initiative significantly reduces the society’s carbon footprint by approximately 150 tons of COâ‚‚ emissions annually, equivalent to planting about 6,874 trees each year.
Project Highlights:
- Capacity: 125 kWp
- Expected Monthly Savings: Approximately ₹3 lakhs
- Solar Panels: Premier Energies, A Grade, 540Wp Monoperc Half-Cut Bifacial Solar panels with optimizers, featuring a 12-year manufacturing defect warranty and a 25-year performance warranty
- Inverter System: SolarEdge inverter system with a 12-year warranty on inverters and a 25-year warranty on optimizers
- Mounting Structure: Hot-Dip Galvanized Iron (HDGI) structure with a 10-year structural warranty and a 25-year design warranty
- Enhanced Safety: Additional safety steel wires installed along with structural panels for superior protection and stability against thunderstorms and strong winds
- Lightning Protection: Lightning arrestors installed on each building
- Earthing System: Separate earthing systems for AC, DC, and lightning protection, featuring copper chemical earthing pits installed 10 feet below ground level
- Metering Systems: Multifunctional Metering (MFM) systems providing real-time insights into power generation beyond standard Net and Generation meters
- Real-time Monitoring: Fiber-optic internet connectivity enabling real-time monitoring and access to solar power generation via an online portal
- Panel Monitoring: Comprehensive panel-to-panel online monitoring ensuring uninterrupted system operation
- Security Surveillance: 24/7 CCTV online surveillance covering panels, inverters, and all setup areas, ensuring maximum security and safety
The design, supply, installation, and comprehensive five-year generation warranty and maintenance services were efficiently executed by SolarSquare, recognized for their high-quality workmanship and innovative approach, making this project exemplary and a role model for other housing societies.
This visionary initiative, led tirelessly by society resident and Expert Director Mr. Sandip Yeole, was strongly supported by the managing committee. Key contributors include Amit Singh (Chairman), Pramod Patel (Secretary), Nagendra Singh (Treasurer), and committee members Sushil Rai, Rakesh Singodia, Sachin Shivsharan, Bhushan Ingle, Manoj Malpani, Andanesh Budihal, Mrs. Sheetal Surve, and Dr. Pratibha Thorat.
Horizons at Wakad Society warmly invites all societies to witness this successful solar energy project, aiming to inspire widespread adoption of sustainable living practices across Pune.
