Solar Power Plant

Vivekanandha College of Engineering for Women (Autonomous), Tiruchengode, has established a Solar Power Plant with a rated capacity of 90.2 kW as part of its commitment to sustainable energy and green campus initiatives. The solar power system aims to harness renewable energy from the sun to meet a significant portion of the institution’s power requirement, thereby reducing dependence on conventional electricity and minimizing the carbon footprint.

The solar photovoltaic (PV) system comprises 164 solar panels, each with a capacity of 550 W, installed at a tilt angle of 12° (North to South) to ensure optimal solar energy capture throughout the year. The energy generated from these panels is efficiently converted from DC to AC through two high-performance GROWATT solar inverters, which synchronize the power supply with the campus grid.

Inverter 1 – 50 kW / 415 V

• Make: GROWATT
• Serial No.: EGKDDCU00R
• Rating: 550 W × 90 Nos = 49.50 kW
• Nominal Input Voltage: 600 V DC
• Nominal Output Voltage: 230/415 V AC

Inverter 2 – 40 kW / 415 V

• Make: GROWATT
• Serial No.: EGKDDCU02V
• Rating: 550 W × 74 Nos = 40.70 kW
• Nominal Input Voltage: 600 V DC
• Nominal Output Voltage: 230/415 V AC

This solar plant supplies clean and renewable energy directly to the college’s electrical system, promoting energy efficiency, cost savings, and environmental sustainability. The system contributes to reducing annual CO₂ emissions and aligns with the institution’s Green Campus and Energy Conservation Initiatives.

In addition, the solar power plant serves as a live demonstration and learning facility for students, particularly those in the Electrical and Electronics Engineering domain, offering hands-on exposure to modern solar energy technologies, inverter systems, and power management techniques.

Through this initiative, the college reinforces its commitment to sustainable development, renewable energy adoption, and environmental responsibility.

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