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Debsmitadutta
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Debsmitadutta
Asked: June 11, 2025

Can I use soft cloth/brush to clean solar panels instead of water?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on June 11, 2025 at 4:58 pm

    Yes. You can use non-abrasive soft clothes or duster to clean the solar panels to remove upper layer dust. Try to do it in an interval of 5-7 days, based on the dust levels to avoid unecessary wearing chances. You can use water for clearning twice a month to remove hard to remove layers of dust withRead more

    Yes. You can use non-abrasive soft clothes or duster to clean the solar panels to remove upper layer dust. Try to do it in an interval of 5-7 days, based on the dust levels to avoid unecessary wearing chances. You can use water for clearning twice a month to remove hard to remove layers of dust with the help of soft-bristle brushes. Keep it mind not to use high pressure water.

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Naina Gupta
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Naina Gupta
Asked: June 3, 2025

How can I increase my solar generation in buildings if I want to opt for vertial solar installations (along the facade)?

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    Deputy Editor at Saur Energy International | Answer on June 3, 2025 at 12:26 pm

    If you want to increase the solar energy generation in vertical solar installations (solar panels aligned along the walls) in buildings. You can do the following things- 1. Optimise the orientation of the panels such as using south-, east-, or west-facing facades. 2. You can also opt for highly effiRead more

    If you want to increase the solar energy generation in vertical solar installations (solar panels aligned along the walls) in buildings. You can do the following things-

    1. Optimise the orientation of the panels such as using south-, east-, or west-facing facades.
    2. You can also opt for highly efficient solar modules to maximise generation from the same area.
    3. Enhancing the reflectivity of surrounding areas, such as using light-colored pavements or walls, further boosts energy capture.

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Mohan Singh
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Mohan Singh
Asked: May 23, 2025

How can I calculate how much my rooftop solar can generate in a day?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on May 23, 2025 at 5:25 pm

    To estimate how much electricity your solar system can generate in a day, you need a few key pieces of information: The total DC capacity of your solar system (in kW) The average number of peak sunlight hours in your area (also called solar irradiation) Just multiply your system size by the peak sunRead more

    To estimate how much electricity your solar system can generate in a day, you need a few key pieces of information:

    The total DC capacity of your solar system (in kW)

    The average number of peak sunlight hours in your area (also called solar irradiation)

    Just multiply your system size by the peak sunlight hours to get the theoretical daily generation.
    For example, if you have a 3 kW system and your area gets 5 hours of good sunlight daily, then:

    3 kW × 5 hours = 15 units (kWh) per day (theoretical)

    However, in real-world conditions, solar systems usually operate at about 78% to 80% efficiency due to energy losses (from wiring, inverter, dust on panels, etc.).

    So, you can expect around 20% less generation than the theoretical figure.
    Using the example above, the actual generation would be about:

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Neeta Mohan
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Neeta Mohan
Asked: May 22, 2025

If I use solar panels with the same wattage, will there be a difference in energy production between TOPCon and mono PERC technologies?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on May 22, 2025 at 5:01 pm

    Even for the same wattage (Wp), TOPCon-based solar panels can perform better (or proudce more solar power). This is due to the better efficient solar cells used and lower degradation levels. On an average it is said that TOPCon-based modules can produce 5% extra generation than mono-perc based solarRead more

    Even for the same wattage (Wp), TOPCon-based solar panels can perform better (or proudce more solar power). This is due to the better efficient solar cells used and lower degradation levels. On an average it is said that TOPCon-based modules can produce 5% extra generation than mono-perc based solar modules.

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Radha Yadav
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Radha Yadav
Asked: May 21, 2025

What factors prevent a solar plant from achieving its full production potential?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on May 21, 2025 at 12:35 pm

    Several things can lower the amount of electricity your solar system produces. Dust, dirt, and bird droppings on panels (called soiling) can block sunlight, while cloudy or rainy weather naturally reduces how much sun your system gets. Even in perfect conditions, you won’t always get the maximum posRead more

    Several things can lower the amount of electricity your solar system produces. Dust, dirt, and bird droppings on panels (called soiling) can block sunlight, while cloudy or rainy weather naturally reduces how much sun your system gets.

    Even in perfect conditions, you won’t always get the maximum possible output. This is because your inverter, solar panels, and other equipment don’t work at 100% efficiency all the time. Over the years, solar panels also lose a little bit of their power—usually less than 1% per year. So, while your system may be designed for a certain output, real-world factors always bring that number down a bit.

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Reeta Sharma
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Reeta Sharma
Asked: May 19, 2025

What is more profitable net-metering or net-billing?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on May 19, 2025 at 6:24 pm

    When you install rooftop solar panels, the government allows you to connect to the electricity grid in two main ways: net metering or net billing. In net metering, your electricity bill is calculated based on the difference between how much power you use from the grid and how much extra solar powerRead more

    When you install rooftop solar panels, the government allows you to connect to the electricity grid in two main ways: net metering or net billing.

    In net metering, your electricity bill is calculated based on the difference between how much power you use from the grid and how much extra solar power you send back to it. So if you produce more power than you use, your bill goes down or can even become zero.

    In net billing, the extra solar power you send to the grid is sold at a fixed rate, which is usually lower than the rate you pay for electricity. You still pay for all the electricity you use from the grid, and you get a separate credit for the power you export.

    Because of this, net metering usually saves you more money than net billing—especially if you’re a homeowner.

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Joginder Sharma
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Joginder Sharma
Asked: May 14, 2025

Can wind, storm and rain damage my rooftop solar?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on May 14, 2025 at 10:28 am

    It is likely that cyclone and high wind can damage your solar project. However, strong solar structures with robust technology can prevent such damage. So it is very important that you do not go for weak, slick solar structures and trust modern and robust technology which are resilient to extreme weRead more

    It is likely that cyclone and high wind can damage your solar project. However, strong solar structures with robust technology can prevent such damage. So it is very important that you do not go for weak, slick solar structures and trust modern and robust technology which are resilient to extreme weather events

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Ravi
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Ravi
Asked: May 12, 2025

How can India accelerate its smart metering adoption to meet energy goals?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on May 12, 2025 at 5:27 pm

    India can accelerate adoption by investing in scalable communication networks, upgrading data management capabilities, and implementing supportive policies to overcome infrastructure challenges and meet its ambitious smart metering targets.

    India can accelerate adoption by investing in scalable communication networks, upgrading data management capabilities, and implementing supportive policies to overcome infrastructure challenges and meet its ambitious smart metering targets.

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Shakti
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Shakti
Asked: May 9, 2025

What role does stakeholder collaboration play in addressing smart metering bottlenecks?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on May 9, 2025 at 3:22 pm

    Collaboration among utilities, technology providers, policymakers, and consumers is essential to address infrastructure gaps, set standards, and ensure seamless integration of smart meters into the energy ecosystem.

    Collaboration among utilities, technology providers, policymakers, and consumers is essential to address infrastructure gaps, set standards, and ensure seamless integration of smart meters into the energy ecosystem.

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Roshan
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Roshan
Asked: May 7, 2025

How can data management systems improve smart metering outcomes?

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    Team of Solar Faqs | Answer on May 7, 2025 at 3:50 pm

    Effective data management systems help process and analyze the vast amounts of data generated by smart meters, enabling utilities to optimize energy distribution, improve billing accuracy, and enhance consumer engagement through real-time usage insights.

    Effective data management systems help process and analyze the vast amounts of data generated by smart meters, enabling utilities to optimize energy distribution, improve billing accuracy, and enhance consumer engagement through real-time usage insights.

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