When considering solar power, you generally have two main options: investing in a solar plant or purchasing solar energy through a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). Both options are available under two financial models: the Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) model and the Operating Expenditure (OPEX) model. This section will guide you through the differences between these models, highlighting their advantages and disadvantages, to help you determine which one best fits your needs.
CAPEX requires substantial upfront investment, while OPEX involves no initial capital.
CAPEX demands upfront costs but offers returns in 2-4 years; OPEX starts saving money from day one.
CAPEX requires you to manage the plant; OPEX transfers this responsibility to the developer.
CAPEX provides outright ownership; OPEX allows for eventual ownership post-PPA
In 2022, Sun Photonics commissioned a 585 kW solar power plant at multiple locations within JGU under the OPEX model. The university benefits from paying only for the energy consumed, while Sun Photonics manages the project, resulting in the generation of 8.5 lakh units annually. We are also expanding the capacity by 400 kW in the existing solar project. Our gratitude goes to JGU for their support throughout the project.
146000 kWhof clean energy per year
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Our second OPEX project in South India was commissioned on February 20, 2022, at Skylark Group. The 700 kW solar plant will supply electricity for the company’s needs and contribute to saving approximately 672 metric tons of CO2 annually, significantly reducing its carbon footprint.
255500 kWhof clean energy per year
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In 2018, we completed a 1 MW solar PV plant for Can Pack India under the OPEX model. With an annual generation of 15 lakh units, the project benefits from a tariff of Rs. 5.20 per unit with a 2.5% annual escalation over a 14-year period
365000 kWhof clean energy per year
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