RUBAMIN Floating Solar PV
Project Location: Halol, Vadodara, Gujarat
Capacity: 1.1 MWp
Year of Commissioning: 2025
Type of Project: Floating Solar
Overview
The RUBAMIN Floating Solar Photovoltaic (FSPV) Project, executed by Waaree, marks a significant leap in solar innovation and sustainability. By deploying a 1.1 MWp floating solar array over a man-made reservoir, the project showcases Waaree’s ability to design and implement complex renewable energy solutions while addressing challenges of land scarcity and environmental stress.
Project Objectives
- To generate clean, renewable energy without the need for land acquisition.
- To enhance energy yield and system performance through water-based cooling.
- To utilize underutilized water surfaces efficiently.
- To create an environmentally responsible and visually aesthetic solar installation.
Key Highlights & Uniqueness:
- Land Cost Optimization: The floating solar system was adopted to eliminate the need for expensive or unavailable land, thereby reducing the overall project cost and improving the return on investment. This approach ensures project viability in land-scarce or high-value
- Smart Utilization of Water Reservoirs: The system is installed on an existing man-made water reservoir, turning idle surface area into a productive energy-generating asset without disrupting its primary
- Innovative Circular Design: The plant features a unique circular floating layout, engineered to deflect wind more effectively while offering an aesthetically pleasing visual impact.
- Enhanced Energy Efficiency: The cooling effect of the water body helps maintain lower operating temperatures of the modules, resulting in a 5–15% higher energy yield compared to ground-mounted systems.
- Reduced Dust Accumulation: Being water-based, the system experiences minimal dust and debris settlement, contributing to sustained module performance.
- Water Conservation: The shading effect of the floating structure reduces direct sunlight exposure on the reservoir, significantly minimizing water evaporation, a critical benefit in water-stressed regions.
- Minimal Civil Work: The design requires less civil infrastructure compared to ground-based systems, leading to reduced site development time and cost.
- Natural Security Advantage: The location over water makes the system less accessible for unauthorized people, serving as a natural deterrent to theft or vandalism.
Waaree’s Floating Solar Expertise
Waaree’s engineering team showcased end-to-end capabilities in:
- Custom design of floating structures suited to reservoir conditions.
- Electrical optimization for modular floating layouts.
- Rapid deployment with minimal disruption to reservoir function.
- Integration of environmental considerations into technical design.
This project reinforces Waaree’s position as a leader in floating solar technology, offering scalable and efficient solutions for industrial, municipal, and commercial water bodies across India.
Conclusion
The rooftop solar project at Asahi India Glass Ltd’s Chittorgarh plant stands as a hallmark of innovation, engineering excellence, and environmental consciousness. By delivering a turnkey solar solution tailored to industrial needs, Waaree has helped Asahi Glass Pvt Ltd. take a definitive leap toward energy self-reliance and sustainability. This partnership reaffirms Waaree’s mission to empower India with solar energy and transform industries through clean power.
