Open Access Solar – How Businesses Can Cut Power Costs by 30%

Open Access Solar – How Businesses Can Cut Power Costs by 30%

In today’s competitive world, energy costs can have a huge impact on a company’s profitability. For many industries, electricity bills account for a significant portion of operating expenses. That’s where Open Access Solar is changing the game — offering businesses a smart, sustainable way to reduce power costs by up to 30% while supporting a greener planet.

What Is Open Access Solar?

Open Access Solar allows commercial and industrial consumers to buy renewable power directly from solar power plants, rather than depending only on the local electricity distribution company (DISCOM).

This means you can source clean, affordable energy from a solar farm located in another area — without having to install panels on your own premises.

How It Works

Here’s a simple breakdown of the process:

• A Solar Developer sets up a large solar power plant.
• Your Business signs a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with the developer.
• Electricity is transmitted through the state grid to your facility under the Open Access policy.
• You get solar energy at a lower tariff compared to traditional grid power.

The result? Cleaner power and consistent savings — without the hassle of owning or maintaining a solar system.

How Businesses Save Up to 30%

1. Lower Energy Tariffs:

Open Access Solar typically offers power at ₹4–₹5 per unit, compared to grid tariffs of ₹7–₹9 for commercial consumers.

2. Zero Capital Investment:

You don’t need to invest in panels, land, or infrastructure — making it a no-CAPEX model.

3. Reduced Demand Charges:

By sourcing a part of your power from solar, you can significantly reduce demand charges from the DISCOM.

4. Long-Term Tariff Stability:

While conventional power tariffs rise every year, solar PPA rates remain stable for 15–25 years, ensuring predictable cost savings.

5. Tax & ESG Benefits:

Using renewable energy improves your sustainability score and helps in achieving ESG and carbon reduction goals, which also attract investors.

Additional Business Benefits

• Brand Value: Adopting clean energy strengthens your brand as a sustainability-driven organization.
• Energy Independence: Reduces reliance on the local grid and shields you from tariff fluctuations.
• Compliance Support: Helps meet renewable purchase obligations (RPOs) and other environmental mandates.

Ideal for Large Power Consumers

Open Access Solar is best suited for:

• Manufacturing units
• IT parks and data centers
• Hospitals and educational institutions
• Warehouses and logistics companies

Any business with connected loads above 1 MW can explore this model and begin saving almost immediately.

The Road Ahead

As states simplify regulations and solar tariffs become even more competitive, Open Access Solar is emerging as the future of industrial power in India.

Forward-looking businesses are already leveraging this model to cut costs, meet sustainability goals, and gain a competitive edge.

Partner with Open Access Energy

At Open Access Energy, we help organizations transition seamlessly to clean and affordable solar power.

From feasibility analysis and PPA facilitation to energy monitoring and long-term support — we manage it all.

Start your journey toward 30% lower power costs and 100% clean energy today.

Contact Open Access Energy to explore customized solar solutions for your business.