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Powering Sustainability – A 20kW Solar Revolution in Residential Living
Client: Pushp heights II Co-operative Housing Society
Location: Manjalpur, Vadodara, Gujarat
Project Type: Common Area Solar Installation – Residential Society
System Size: 20 kW Completion
Date: June 2024
Subsidy Availed: Government Solar Rooftop Subsidy – ₹3.59 Lakhs
Installer: Martanda Solar
🎯 Project Overview
The Pushp heights II Co-operative Housing Society, home to over 75 families, had rising electricity expenses for their common area utilities—elevators, corridor lighting, clubhouse, and water pumps. As an environmentally conscious community, the society’s management committee decided to invest in solar power to reduce costs and their carbon footprint.
With guidance and implementation by Martanda Solar, they commissioned a 20kW rooftop solar power plant, now celebrated as one of the star residential projects in the region.
🔧 Challenges Faced
* High monthly electricity bills for shared/common services (₹25,000–₹40,000/month)
* Limited rooftop space with shared amenities
* Uncertainty about eligibility and process for government subsidy
* Need for minimal disruption during installation
💡 Our Solution
1. Custom System Design: Designed a space-optimized 20kW rooftop solar system using high-efficiency mono-PERC panels and a smart string inverter for performance monitoring.
2. End-to-End Subsidy Assistance: Guided the society through every step of the MNRE rooftop subsidy process, helping them secure a ₹3.59 lakh grant, reducing upfront cost by over 38%.
3. Seamless Installation: Completed the installation in just 4 working days with no disruption to daily society activities, leveraging modular scaffolding and pre-configured mounts.
4. Performance Monitoring: Installed a remote monitoring system allowing the committee and residents to track real-time generation via mobile app.
📈 Results & Impact (Post 3 Months of Operation)
Metric Before Solar After Solar
Avg. Monthly Bill (Common Area) ₹35,000 ₹100
Carbon Offset – ~35 metric tons/year
ROI Timeline – <3 years
Subsidy Received – ₹3.59 Lakhs
Resident Satisfaction – 98% positive feedback
🏆 Why This Project is a Star Initiative
* Scale & Impact: Among the largest residential common-area solar projects in Manjalpur
* Model for Other Societies: Visited by 15+ other societies as a live demo site
* Environmental Leadership: Avoids nearly 550+ tons of CO₂ emissions over its lifetime
🗣️ Client Testimonial
“From high bills to high performance — going solar with Martanda Solar has been one of the best decisions for our community. The team handled everything: from subsidy to seamless setup.” — Mr. Mukesh Patel, President, Pushp heights II Co-operative Housing Society
📞 Looking to Power Your Society with Solar?
Get in touch with Martanda Solar to replicate the Pushp heights II Co-operative Housing Society success story in your society. We handle installation, subsidies, and post-care—so you enjoy savings and sustainability.
Case Study: 6kW Solar Rooftop Success for a Residential Society in Gujarat
Client: Al-mukam Co-operative Housing Society
Location: Vadodara, Gujarat
Project Type: Common Area Solar Installation Residential Society.
System Size: 6 kW Completion
Date: August 2024 Subsidy
Availed: Government Solar Rooftop Subsidy – ₹109670 Lakhs
Installer: Martanda Solar
🏘️ Project Background
Al-mukam Co-operative Housing Society is a mid-sized gated residential community with 36 flats, facing rising electricity costs for their common area loads—including stairway lighting, water motors, security systems, and clubhouse fans.
The management committee sought an affordable and sustainable solution, and solar emerged as the perfect fit. The goal was clear: cut electricity costs while leveraging the state and central rooftop solar subsidies available in Gujarat.
⚙️ Solution Provided
Optimized System Design
A compact 6kW grid-connected system was designed, using 540W bifacial panels for better yield in partial shade and high temperatures—ideal for Gujarat's climate.
Subsidy Navigation
Our team handled the full process to secure the ₹60,000 subsidy under the Gujarat Energy Development Agency (GEDA) program, reducing net capital cost.
Fast Installation & Grid Synchronization
Completed installation in 4 days, followed by successful net metering and DISCOM synchronization within 10 working days.
Monitoring & Maintenance
The system is connected to a mobile app, enabling the management to track daily generation and performance.
📊 Results at a Glance
Impact Area Before Solar After Solar
Avg. Monthly Common Bill ₹12000
Units Generated Monthly – ~801 units/month
ROI (Payback Period) – 3.5 years
CO₂ Offset – ~7 tons/year
Govt. Subsidy Availed – ₹109670
🏅 Why This Project Matters
Small Scale, High Impact: Demonstrates how even smaller societies can unlock big energy savings
Subsidy-Driven Savings: Total cost recovery in less than 4 years
Community Awareness: Inspired two nearby societies to explore solar integration
Future Ready: System pre-configured for easy scaling (can expand to 8kW)
💬 Client Testimonial
“We used to dread the electricity bill for common areas. Thanks to solar, we’re now paying next to nothing. Martanda Solar made it super easy – subsidy, setup, everything.”
— Mr. Nirav Shah, Treasurer, Al-mukam Co-operative Housing Society
🔧 System Components Used
Solar Panels: 540W Bifacial Mono PERC Panels
Inverter: 6kW On-Grid Inverter with Wi-Fi Monitoring
Mounting: Galvanized Iron Structure (wind-tested)
Warranty: 25 Years on Panels, 10 Years on Inverter
📞 Looking to Save with Solar in Gujarat?
Get expert support on installation, subsidy, and ROI planning with Martanda Solar. We handle the hard part—you enjoy the savings.