With growing awareness of the adverse effects of carbon emissions, such as erratic weather patterns and global warming, solar energy solutions are gaining traction as an accessible, reliable, and affordable source of renewable energy.
To cater to the rising demand for solar energy solutions in India, two of the most reputable players in the solar industry, Enphase Energy and Tata Power Solar, have come together to offer state-of-the-art microinverter technology and expert solar installation services for homeowners. Both Enphase and Tata Power Solar are proven solar leaders in the United States and India, so homeowners can be assured of top-notch quality at every stage of their solar journey.
Tata Power Solar’s service excellence perfectly complements Enphase Energy’s product expertise. As reflected in its advanced offerings, especially future-ready microinverters, Enphase is a global solar technology innovator that has been designing and building powerful microinverter-based systems for almost 20 years. Tata, in turn, has an illustrious history of solar installation, along with exceptional after-sale services and broad insurance coverage.
The below table highlights how their combined strengths provide a unique offering to homeowners.
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Enphase Energy |
Tata Power Solar |
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Key highlights |
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Domestic footprint |
Robust presence in India
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Pan-India presence
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Key benefits for homeowners |
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Sources: Enphase, TATA Power
How can Indian homeowners leverage solar microinverter technology?
Enphase’s microinverter-powered solar energy systems are a new-age energy solution for homeowners, featuring the dual advantage of enhanced energy generation with reduced electricity costs of up to 90%.
Grid-connected Enphase Energy Systems for homes offer the following winning features:
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Real-time monitoring: Unmatched intelligence with the intuitive Enphase App that tracks performance of your solar PV system
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Cutting-edge technology: State-of-the-art, microinverter-based performance
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Built-in rapid shutdown: Quick response mechanism that helps keep utility workers and first responders safe
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Anytime-anywhere support: Remote troubleshooting reduces worries about power outages or system downtime
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No single point of failure: Enhanced reliability of energy production with one microinverter for each solar panel
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Safety first: Powered by standard AC with zero aggregation of high voltage DC on the roof
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Better efficiency: High energy production even in low light or shade, up to 10%*
* According to independent research done by installers
How microinverters stack up against string inverters
In comparison to string inverter systems, data-driven technology and high productivity considerably increase the uptime and overall energy production of microinverter-based solar energy systems.
The following are a few key reasons why microinverters are a superior option.
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Microinverters |
String inverters |
Why choose microinverters? |
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Maximum power generation per module |
Yes |
No |
Non-performance of any module due to shading, shadowing, dust, or module mismatch doesn't affect the performance of any other module |
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Single point of failure |
No |
Yes |
Independently functioning microinverters mean there's no single point of failure, resulting in a more reliable solar system |
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Warranty |
Up to 25 years |
Typically 5 to 10 years |
Higher warranty for microinverters at a minimal additional price |
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Module-level monitoring |
Yes |
No |
Easily track production and quickly pinpoint issues with module-level monitoring |
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Design flexibility |
High |
Low |
Maximise rooftop space |
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Electrical safety |
Safer AC on the roof |
High-voltage DC on the roof |
Enphase systems eliminate the risk of DC arc fault fires by running only AC power |
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Modular |
Yes |
Yes |
Modular microinverter design means a system can be quickly and easily expanded system as energy needs grow |
Five reasons to choose Enphase microinverters over traditional string inverters
A win-win scenario for homeowners
Tata Power Solar offers grid-connected installation of Enphase Energy Systems with Enphase microinverters for homeowners in India. Once installed and operational, surplus solar energy generated at home may be sold back to the grid under net metering arrangements applied by electricity providers.
The long-term benefits of an Enphase-enabled solar PV system supported by Tata's solar installation services include:
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Increased monetary savings: Annual cost savings estimated between INR 30,000 to 1 lakh (Applicable for systems ranging from 3 kW to 10 kW, with a tariff of Rs.7 per unit assumed and annual system generation of approximately 1,400 units per kW)
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Reasonable payback period: Potential recovery of solar investment in 4 to 7 years
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Ample design agility: Suitable for all kinds of roofs, including those with space constraints, orientation challenges, or shading problems due to tree cover or buildings
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All-weather performance: Built to withstand and deliver in almost any weather condition
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Scalable: Flexibility to add further solar panels to meet expanding energy needs
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Longevity: Lifetime system performance monitoring at each solar panel level
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Industry-leading warranty: Standard warranty of 15 years extendable to a total of 25 years
A powerful collaboration
The collaboration between Enphase Energy and Tata Power Solar in the Indian market can unlock multiple benefits—enabling access to high-quality, tech-powered solar systems, ensuring increased efficacy for solar installation services and, perhaps most importantly, translating into significant savings in electricity costs for homeowners.
