Solar energy is the most adopted and feasible renewable energy option for Pakistan’s commercial and industrial sectors. Organizations have renewed their interest in solar energy due to its commercial and environmental benefits. Solar energy enables significant savings in electricity bills, access to clean energy, and an increase in energy independence. However, a few but widespread ‘myths’ have been a major hindrance to solar adoption.
The following are the handful of the most common solar power misconceptions and truths.
1. Myth: Installing Solar Power System is expensive for a Business
Fact: Investment in a Solar Power Plant is relatively expensive in the short run but only if fully financed by the user itself. New solar financing options such as Solar PPA, have made Industrial Solar Installations very feasible. Under Solar Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) the client does not bear the financial investment or operational costs and still can enjoy all the benefits of solar energy. Shams Power is the leading Solar PPA developer and undertakes all of the financing, installation, operations & maintenance of the solar power plant.
2. Myth: Solar power is more effective in hotter weather
Fact: This is another popular misconception when it comes to understanding the production of solar energy. In reality, PV cells in the solar panels absorb sunlight instead of heat to produce electricity. If there is ample sunlight It’s possible to generate solar energy even in extremely cold conditions of Artic or even in Sub-zero Space. Too high temperatures may hamper energy production.
Shams Power experts perform yield and shadow analysis that makes solar system positioning effective and efficient enough to produce optimum energy units.
3. Myth: Solar Energy System needs consistent high maintenance
Fact- Solar Power plants do require regular maintenance and the whole process is very delicate so must be handled by experts. However; the solar system’s maintenance is still less complex when compared to the maintenance needs of other energy sources.
Under Shams Power’s Solar PPA all of the maintenance and cleaning is handled by our professional experts who will clean and maintain the solar plants by adequately following all the HEC policies.
4. Myth: Solar systems can badly affect the roof of the installation site
Fact: Solar systems if designed and installed by a proficient team will have no adverse effect on the roof, on the contrary, the solar panels can provide coverage to the roof protecting it from various harmful elements.
5. Myth: Solar systems look unattractive on the premises.
Fact: Experts ensure to install Solar PV systems in places and angles that do not affect the physical outlook of any building. Solar installation types vary and can be installed on the rooftop, ground, and even on a parking lot as per the available area.
With the experience of overseeing 450MW, Shams Power boasts a highly experienced and skilled in-house team. These seasoned professionals ensure that the solar system design is aesthetically appealing and business’s premises are not harmed during installation.
6. Myth: Solar has a long payback time
Fact: Continuous innovation in solar technology has made harnessing the sun’s energy very feasible. Solar costs have decreased by 90% in the last 10 years. Solar energy users save on-grid electricity costs from day 1 by getting clean and green solar energy at discounted rates.
Through Shams Power’s Solar PPA our clients enjoy 30% to 60% savings on their electricity bills. With zero CAPEX – OPEX cost they enjoy savings from day 1.