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					</table><p>After the residential sector, industrial installations accounted for the second-highest share of India’s 3.8 GW of rooftop solar capacity additions in the second quarter of 2026, according to Mercom’s <a href="https://www.mercomindia.com/product/rooftop-solar-market-report-q2-2026" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Q2 and 1H 2026 India Rooftop Solar Market Report</a>.</p>
<p>The assurance of regular power supply at affordable costs has been pushing the commercial and industrial (C&amp;I) sector towards rooftop solar projects, especially factories which depend on continuous power for efficient production.</p>
<p>A plywood factory in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh turned to rooftop solar to meet its need for continuous power supply while reducing its grid dependence.</p>
<p>Executed by <a href="https://www.grunpower.in/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Grun Power</a>, the project involved installing an 897 kW rooftop solar system. The project was commissioned in April 2026.</p>
<p>Waaree 615Wp modules and Luminous inverters were used in the project.</p>
<p>The rooftop solar project is projected to yield around 1.25-1.34 million units of electricity per year. The plywood factory expects to save around ₹10 million (~$104,400) to ₹10.8 million (~$112,752) annually in power costs after installing the rooftop solar project.</p>
<p>On the challenges faced while executing the project, Grun Power said its team had to install the system in an operational factory without disrupting production. The team worked while ensuring safe movement of workforce and materials in a busy industrial environment to execute the project.</p>
<p>In March, Grun Power <a href="https://www.mercomindia.com/kedarnath-multigrains-cuts-power-bills-with-659-kw-rooftop-solar-system" target="_blank" rel="noopener">executed</a> a 659 kW rooftop solar project for Uttar Pradesh-based Kedarnath Multigrains at its Shahajahapur facility. The installation used high-efficiency TOPCon bifacial solar photovoltaic modules to enhance output and long-term performance.</p>
<p>The company also <a href="https://www.mercomindia.com/geeta-polymers-cuts-power-bills-with-350-kw-rooftop-solar-system" target="_blank" rel="noopener">executed</a> a 350 kW rooftop solar project for a manufacturing facility in Kanpur in January 2026. With the installation, the facility cut down its monthly electricity expenses by around 30% to 40%.</p>
<p>On an average, solar energy meets 40% to 45% of the facility&#8217;s daily electricity requirement during operational hours, while during peak daytime periods, the contribution rises to 50% to 60%.</p>
<p>Mercom India hosts a multicity Clean Energy Meet series to bring renewable energy developers and vendors and, C&amp;I energy consumers on the same platform helping them share insights on rooftop solar open access and other modes of clean energy procurement. The next event in the series will be <a href="https://www.mercomindia.com/event/c-and-i-clean-energy-meet-2026-lucknow" target="_blank" rel="noopener">held</a> in Lucknow on October 9, 2026.</p>



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					</table><p>Solar adoption across India’s commercial and industrial (C&amp;I) segment is growing steadily, with businesses realizing the benefits of reduced power bills and sustainability in their operations.</p>
<p>Grain processing companies with high daytime electricity consumption are increasingly deploying captive solar assets to reduce grid dependence and stabilize long-term electricity costs.</p>
<p>Uttar Pradesh-based Kedarnath Multigrains has commissioned a 659 kW rooftop solar power system at its Shahajahapur facility.</p>
<p>The manufacturing outlet consumes approximately 250,000 units of electricity per month, based on production volumes. The installed solar system generates approximately 65,000 units per month, meeting a significant portion of the facility’s daytime energy requirements.</p>
<p>The company reduced its monthly electricity bills from ₹1.6 million (~$17,440) to ₹1.8 million (~$19,620) to around ₹400,000 (~$4,360) to ₹500,000 (~$5,450), depending on production cycles and seasonal factors. The reduction has been achieved through lower grid drawal during peak sunlight hours and net billing adjustments.</p>
<p>Kedarnath Multigrains operates grain processing, milling machinery, storage infrastructure, and auxiliary systems that require continuous and large amounts of electricity.</p>
<p>Shashwat Agarwal, Director at Kedarnath Multigrains, said the decision to install the rooftop solar system was driven by cost management and operational efficiency. “Solar has helped us reduce grid dependency and bring down monthly power expenses.”</p>
<p>The project was executed by <a href="https://www.grunpower.in/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Grun Power</a>, which deployed high-efficiency TOPCon bifacial solar photovoltaic modules to enhance output and long-term performance.</p>
<p>Ashish Tak, Co-founder at Grun Power, said the technology selection was focused on maximizing generation within the available rooftop footprint. “We designed the 659 kW system to deliver higher energy output and stable performance. The execution was completed without major challenges.”</p>
<p>In addition to cost savings, Kedarnath Multigrains cited environmental considerations as a key factor behind the investment. The company stated that solar power supports its goal of reducing pollution and operating more sustainably.</p>
<p>Grun Power provides post-installation services, including system monitoring, routine maintenance, performance analysis, and technical support to ensure long-term efficiency.</p>
<p>Based on the current installation&#8217;s performance, Kedarnath Multigrains is considering expanding the facility&#8217;s solar capacity and exploring similar installations at its other units.</p>
<p>Mercom India hosts a pan-India ‘C&amp;I Clean Energy Meet’ series, bringing renewable energy developers and commercial and industrial power consumers together to discuss the options available for adopting renewable energy.</p>
<p>The next event will be held in <a href="https://www.mercomindia.com/event/c-and-i-clean-energy-meet-2026-bhopal" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bhopal</a> on March 13, 2026.</p>


Kedarnath Multigrains Cuts Power Bills With 659 kW Rooftop Solar System


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					</table><p>As commercial and industrial (C&amp;I) consumers across India increasingly turn to rooftop solar to manage rising electricity costs and ensure long-term energy reliability, manufacturing companies are emerging as key adopters of on-site renewable energy.</p>
<p>Rooftop solar systems are enabling factories to offset a significant share of their daytime power consumption and improve sustainability performance without disrupting core operations.</p>
<p>Kanpur-based <a href="https://geetapolymers.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Geeta Polymers</a> has reduced its monthly electricity expenses by around 30% to 40% after commissioning a 350 kW rooftop solar system at its manufacturing facility, marking a significant shift in how the company manages its energy requirements.</p>
<p>Operating under a continuous production load, the company previously incurred electricity bills ranging from ₹700,000 (~$7,770) to ₹800,000 (~$8,880)/month.</p>
<p>Following the installation of the rooftop solar system, the company’s reliance on grid electricity, particularly during daytime operating hours, has significantly reduced, resulting in sustained cost savings.</p>
<p>The company has an average energy requirement of about 400 kW to 450 kW, driven by manufacturing, processing, and auxiliary equipment operations. On average, solar energy meets 40% to 45% of Geeta Polymers’ daily electricity requirement during operational hours, while during peak daytime periods, the contribution rises to 50% to 60%.</p>
<p>This has improved energy planning at the plant and reduced exposure to rising grid tariffs.</p>
<p>Abhimanyu Arora, Director at Geeta Polymers, said, “We decided to install a solar power system to manage rising electricity costs and reduce our dependence on grid power, and the reduction in our monthly bills has been both measurable and consistent.”</p>
<p>Apart from direct financial savings, the company has cited operational and environmental benefits from the solar installation. The system has been operating reliably, supporting smoother plant operations.</p>
<p>Arora also stated that the shift to solar energy has helped Geeta Polymers lower its carbon footprint, align with sustainable business practices, and strengthen compliance with environmental norms.</p>
<p>The rooftop solar project was designed and executed by <a href="https://www.grunpower.in/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Grun Power</a>, which engineered the system to maximize energy generation within the available rooftop area. The on-grid solar project uses high-efficiency TOPCON bifacial solar modules.</p>
<p>Ashish Tak, Co-founder at Grun Power, said, “By combining efficient system design with high-performance modules and structured operation and maintenance support, we were able to deliver a rooftop solar plant that meets a large share of Geeta Polymers’ energy demand while delivering clear financial savings.”</p>
<p>The installation was completed, with routine aspects such as rooftop load assessment, layout optimization, and coordination with ongoing manufacturing operations, all managed through detailed planning.</p>
<p>Grun Power is also providing comprehensive post-installation operation and maintenance services.</p>
<p>“Based on the current system&#8217;s performance and future production growth, the company is open to expanding its solar capacity to further increase renewable energy usage,” Arora said.</p>
<p>Mercom India hosts a pan-India ‘C&amp;I Clean Energy Meet’ series, bringing renewable energy developers and commercial and industrial power consumers together to discuss options for adopting renewable energy. The next event will be held in <a href="https://www.mercomindia.com/event/c-and-i-clean-energy-meet-2026-coimbatore" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Coimbatore</a> on February 5, 2026.</p>


Geeta Polymers Cuts Power Bills With 350 kW Rooftop Solar System


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					</table><p>Plastic products manufacturer <a href="https://kayplastproduct.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kay Plast Product</a> has installed a 1 MW rooftop solar system at its facility in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, helping the company reduce high electricity costs and secure reliable, sustainable power.</p>
<p>Executed by <a href="https://www.grunpower.in/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Grun Power</a>, the project uses Waaree 590 W N-Type Topcon modules, Sungrow inverters, and an aluminum mounting structure for long-term durability and performance.</p>
<p>Before switching to solar, Kay Plast’s energy consumption averaged 15,000 to 16,000 units per day or around 480,000 kWh monthly.</p>
<p>The rooftop system is expected to cover approximately 25% of the company’s monthly electricity costs, with a payback period of three and a half years, after which the savings will continue throughout the project’s life.</p>
<p>Kay Plast’s product range includes plastic containers, packaging materials, household items, and customized plastic components.</p>
<p>Installation posed challenges, including space optimization, logistics, and compliance with local policies. Grun Power worked with the local distribution companies and the Electrical Safety Department to secure timely net metering and approvals. A unique solution involved using raceways for table-to-table DC cable laying instead of flexible pipes or PVC conduits, which helped avoid monkeys from attacking the cables and ensured long-term reliability.</p>
<p>“The micro, small, and medium enterprises sector is the backbone of India’s economy, and high energy costs remain a challenge. At Grun Power, we are addressing this with customized rooftop solar solutions,” said Ashish Tak, Co-Founder at Grun Power.</p>
<p>Commercial and industrial (C&amp;I) entities, large institutions, and residential apartment buildings are all seeking clean energy solutions at a lower cost than traditional grid power tariffs. Rooftop solar, being the most cost-effective and environmentally friendly energy source, presents an attractive option for C&amp;I businesses aiming to reduce their operating expenses.</p>
<p>Mercom India hosts a multicity ‘C&amp;I Clean Energy Meet’ series designed to provide C&amp;I energy buyers with the knowledge and tools they need to adopt clean energy solutions and lower their power costs. The next Clean Energy Meet event will be held in <a href="https://www.mercomindia.com/event/c-and-i-clean-energy-meet-2025-jaipur" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jaipur</a> on September 19, 2025.</p>


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