Solar Capacity from Shadow-Free Area
Solar Capacity from Shadow-Free Area — quick estimate
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Rule-of-thumb area and yield factors for concept sizing only. Actual capacity depends on a measured shadow analysis, module wattage, roof obstructions, structure and DISCOM policy.
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Assumptions & formula
Formula: system size (kWp) = shadow-free area (m²) ÷ area-per-kWp. Annual generation (kWh) = kWp × annual yield band.
- Area per kWp (rule of thumb): flush/coplanar ≈ 9 m² (MNRE guidance ≈ 10 m²/kWp), tilted on flat roof with inter-row spacing ≈ 12 m², ground/canopy ≈ 15 m² for the array (a full fenced ground plant runs ~20 m²/kWp). Tilt spacing avoids self-shading but uses more area.
- Annual yield (rule of thumb): ~1,400–1,600 kWh per kWp per year for India; varies with location, orientation, tilt, soiling and shading.
- Module wattage assumed ~550 Wp for the module count; actual count depends on the selected panel.
- CO₂ factor ≈ 0.71 kg CO₂ per kWh (CEA CO₂ Baseline Database — ~0.71 weighted average for FY2024-25, ~0.727 for FY2023-24) — verify the latest CEA edition.
Verify: these are concept-stage rules of thumb. Confirm capacity with a measured shadow analysis, structural check and your local DISCOM net-metering / sanctioned-load rules (PM Surya Ghar applies to residential rooftops only).
Indicative estimate only — not a binding design. Final capacity depends on a site survey, shadow analysis, structural assessment and DISCOM policy.
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