Solar Plant for Bangalore International Airport

The solar energy journey of Kempegowda
International Airport (BIAL)

Overview

Taking a step forward as a part of PMO’s 100 GWp solar target by 2022, Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (also known as Bengaluru International Airport Ltd – BIAL) became the first airport in Karnataka to go solar. ‘Sustainable progress’ is the thought that sets the direction for the solar airport. As a role model for sustainable progress, the journey has been marked by measurable achievements and inspiring stories. One such story includes BIAL adopting solar power. It marked a completely new journey for BIAL as it has gone green, without any capital expenditure, while saving electricity costs at the same time.
BIAL was actively looking to partner with a solar developer to meet its objective of building a sustainable airport. Around the same time, Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) empanelled CleanMax to help develop rooftop solar power plants for government installations. SECI referred CleanMax for its superior quality and quick installations timelines, which laid the foundation of a bright journey. CleanMax has developed the 500 kWp on-site plant at the airport as part of the commitment and arrangement with SECI.
The airport, being a sensitive area (security-wise and with constant mass movement), required very strict regulations to be followed while working. It posed challenges for CleanMax engineers in terms of limited access to buildings, an upper cap on the number of people working on site, and restricted movement of materials within the premises, etc. CleanMax overcame these challenges with highly efficient workers, who completed the construction within 2 months of signing the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to successfully build a solar powered airport

Quick Facts

Location

Bangalore, Karnataka

Capacity

500 kWp

Type Of System

Mix of RCC and metal roofs

Annual Generation

750,000 units

Carbon Dioxide Abated

708 tonnes annually

Date Of Commissioning

March 2016

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Overview

Taking a step forward as a part of PMO’s 100 GWp solar target by 2022, Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (also known as Bengaluru International Airport Ltd – BIAL) became the first airport in Karnataka to go solar. ‘Sustainable progress’ is the thought that sets the direction for the solar airport. As a role model for sustainable progress, the journey has been marked by measurable achievements and inspiring stories. One such story includes BIAL adopting solar power. It marked a completely new journey for BIAL as it has gone green, without any capital expenditure, while saving electricity costs at the same time.
BIAL was actively looking to partner with a solar developer to meet its objective of building a sustainable airport. Around the same time, Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) empanelled CleanMax, to help develop rooftop solar power plants for government installations. SECI referred CleanMax for its superior quality and quick installation timelines, which laid the foundation of a bright journey. CleanMax has developed the 500 kWp on-site plant at the airport as part of the commitment and arrangement with SECI.
The airport, being a sensitive area (security-wise and with constant mass movement), required very strict regulations to be followed while working. It posed challenges for CleanMax Engineers in terms of limited access to buildings, the upper cap on the number of people working on site, restricted movement of material within the premises etc. CleanMax overcame these challenges with highly efficient workers, who completed the construction within 2 months of signing the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) to successfully build a solar powered airport

Quick Facts

Location

Bangalore, Karnataka

Capacity

500 kWp

Type Of System

Mix of RCC and metal roofs

Annual Generation

750,000 units

Carbon Dioxide Abated

708 tonnes annually

Date Of Commissioning

March 2016

Challenges

  • Installing solar in a high-security and sensitive area
  • Maintaining and improving aesthetics of the airport
  • Achieving a significant carbon footprint reduction

Solution

Going green with an immediate reduction in electricity bills
The installation happened at 6 different buildings, a combination of RCC and metal roofs. CleanMax helped them convert their 6000 sq. m. idle rooftop to a money-saving piece of land by providing complete turnkey solutions. Under our BOO (Build-Own-Operate) model, BIAL saw a reduction in their electricity bills right from the day of commissioning of the solar plant. BIAL is expected to save more than Rs 20 lac rupees annually and moreover abate 708 tons of CO2 per annum as part of their green mission.

Aesthetically appealing roof with low maintenance
Bengaluru airport is known for its architectural design. The structure creates a grand, dynamic presence and solar power plants seamlessly blend in the grandeur. They add to the overall aesthetics of the airport and need very little maintenance.

Highlights

  • Karnataka’s first airport to go solar
  • A remote monitoring system for the plant
  • Energy cost reduction of up to Rs 2 million annually

About CleanMax

CleanMax is the sustainability partner for India’s leading corporates. Headquartered in Mumbai, we are the largest provider of solar power to commercial and industrial customers.
The company develops projects on turnkey basis, providing cheaper-than-grid solar power without any upfront investment from its customers. With a highly skilled in-house team, CleanMax operates across India, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
Our track record with India’s top companies has made CleanMax a preferred partners across sectors such as automotive, pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, information technology, education, and many other industries. We also partner with some of India’s leading government institutions and top universities.

About Bengaluru Airport

Kempegowda International Airport is an international airport serving the city of Bengaluru, it is owned and operated by Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), a public-private consortium. BIAL has taken various sustainability efforts to maintain long-term well-being of the community.

Disclaimer

The document contains information based on project undertaken by Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions Pvt. Ltd. While due care has been taken to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information supplied herein, Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions Pvt. Ltd. cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions.

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