Baps Mandir

Case Study: BAPS Swaminarayan Temples

Modules – 500 Wp Waaree’s Lightweight Flexible Solar Modules

Capacity – 1 MW

Location – Gujarat

Summary

Waaree Energies Ltd. successfully installed its industry-leading 500 Wp lightweight flexible solar modules across seven BAPS Swaminarayan temple locations in Gujarat. This initiative, totaling a capacity of 1 MW, generates over 13 lakh units of electricity annually. The project not only addressed unique structural challenges posed by traditional solar panels but also set a benchmark in safety, speed of installation, and energy independence for spiritual institutions.

Problem Statement

The BAPS Swaminarayan temples in Gujarat are architecturally distinguished by their canopy-style rooftops, designed primarily for aesthetic appeal and light structural integrity. These roofs have a low load-bearing capacity, rendering them incompatible with conventional glass solar panels. Installing standard solar solutions posed a potential safety hazard to thousands of daily visitors due to the risk of structural stress or collapse. This created a pressing need for an energy solution that combined efficiency, safety, and architectural compatibility.

Solution: Waaree’s Lightweight Flexible Solar Modules

To address these structural constraints, Waaree proposed its advanced 500 Wp lightweight flexible solar modules, engineered specifically for fragile and non-traditional rooftops. These modules offer the following key benefits:

  • Ultra-Lightweight Design: Ideal for canopy structures, the lightweight build eliminates the risk of overburdening the roof.
  • Rapid Installation: Waaree’s flexible modules allow for installation up to 3 times faster than traditional glass panels, reducing operational downtime at public religious sites.
  • Enhanced Safety: The non-glass composition significantly minimizes structural strain, ensuring the safety of temple visitors and staff.
  • Sustainable Energy Generation: With an aggregate capacity of 1 MW across seven temple sites, the installation supports self-sustained electricity generation and decreases dependency on the state grid.

High Efficiency: Approximately 2000 modules were deployed, each rated at 500 Wp, contributing to annual energy generation exceeding 13 lakh units.

Impact and Benefits

The installation of these state-of-the-art modules has delivered long-term energy cost savings for the temples, promoted environmental consciousness within the religious community, and established a scalable template for deploying solar power in heritage or structurally sensitive sites.

Conclusion

 

Waaree’s flexible solar solution for the BAPS Swaminarayan temples demonstrates how technology and tradition can harmoniously coexist. By enabling clean energy generation while preserving structural integrity and ensuring public safety, this project reinforces Waaree’s leadership in innovative solar applications and highlights its commitment to driving India’s green energy mission in even the most architecturally challenging environments.