PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) scheme in India aims to promote the use of solar energy among farmers. To ensure the financial viability and operational efficiency of solar power plants under this scheme, a minimum Capacity Utilization Factor (CUF) of 19% over the 25 years lifetime of a plant without deration is required. This whitepaper “Ensuring Minimum CUF of 19% for a Solar Power Plant Over 25 Years: A Guide for Developers under PM-KUSUM Scheme” by Gautam Solar provides a comprehensive guide for developers on how to achieve this goal with a focus on selecting the correct solar panels.
It provides detailed guidance on selecting the right solar panels, including polycrystalline and monocrystalline options, and considers features such as efficiency, temperature coefficient, degradation rate, warranty, and reliability. The paper includes practical implementation strategies and a theoretical case study, ensuring developers can comply with the PM-KUSUM scheme and achieve sustainable, long-term performance.
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