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Launch: ‘CSTEP’s Rooftop Evaluation for Solar Tool’ (CREST)- Events

'CSTEP's Rooftop Evaluation for Solar Tool' (CREST) was launched online on 2 September 2020.

Webinar: Solar Mini-Grid for Improved Energy Access- Events

The webinar 'Solar Mini-Grid for Improved Energy Access' was held on 9 September 2020.

Webinar—Rooftop Solar: A Catalyst for Achieving Net-Zero Emissions- Events

The Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP) organised a webinar on 26 May 2021 to discuss the potential of  rooftop photovoltaic (RTPV) systems in achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in India.

Rooftop Solar Coalition: Round Table- Events

The uptake of rooftop solar technology has been slow in India though it is an important component in achieving our renewable energy targets.

Scaling up Rooftop Solar in Madhya Pradesh- Events

The Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP) formally launched its Rooftop Solar Explorer tool for Madhya Pradesh on 21 March 2023 at Bayleaf, Courtyard by Marriott, Bhopal.

Techno-Economic Analysis of Stand-Alone Solar PV and Battery-Based Micro-Grids in Karnataka - Projects

This project was a part of the Indo-US collaborative research platform Solar Energy Research Institute for India and the United States (SERIIUS; www.

A Methodology for Design of Solar Micro-Grid for Improved Energy Access - Projects

This project is supported by a grant given by the Good Energies Foundation, Switzerland.

Feasibility of Supplying Dedicated Agricultural Feeders with Solar Power in Karnataka - Projects

The agricultural sector in Karnataka accounts for 39% of the state’s electricity (~21,344 MU).

Creating Solar "Parks" in Cities- Publications

Rooftop photovoltaic (RTPV) systems are intended to contribute 40 GW of India's 100 GW solar target.

Techno-Economic Feasibility of Grid-Tied Solar Mini-Grids- Publications

The cumulative number of households waiting for power supply is close to 4 crore.

Design of Solar Field and Performance Estimation of Solar Tower Plants- Publications

The study aims to develop a methodology to carry out a technical analysis of a solar tower (ST) technology.

A novel approach to determine the non-dimensional heliostat field boundary for solar tower plants- Publications

A novel approach to determine the non-dimensional heliostat field boundary for solar tower plants.

Challenges and opportunities for Solar Tower technology in India- Publications

Solar Tower technology has gained considerable momentum over the past decade.