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Dr. Alpesh Desai
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My Philosophy & Vision
“Achievements aren’t dreams for me, they are milestones. There’s always another one waiting after achieving the previous.”
My journey in the solar industry is built on a commitment to delivering robust, technology-driven solutions while ensuring exceptional after-sales service. With experience in research, system design, and large-scale project execution, I strive to bridge the gap between innovation and real-world application. My vision is to make renewable energy more efficient, accessible, and impactful, contributing to a sustainable future for generations to come.
My Journey in Revolutionizing Renewable Energy
My journey in the solar industry has been driven by a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. With over 125+ MW of projects executed, I have gained invaluable experience in guiding execution teams, overcoming challenges, and contributing to the future of energy solutions. My expertise spans across research, system design, policy development, and large-scale implementation. I strive to push the boundaries of renewable energy, making sustainable power more efficient, accessible, and impactful.
- Installation & Commissioning
- Module Manufacturing
- Smart Grid Systems
- Hybrid Systems
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Energy
storage -
System
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- Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC)
- Operations & Maintenance (O&M)
- Research & Development (R&D)
of projects executed
Key Contributions & Leadership Roles
1. Gujarat Government Renewable Policy – Defining & Implementation Team (Key Role)
Dr. Desai was a key member of the team that defined and implemented the Gujarat Government’s Renewable Energy Policy, contributing to the state’s leadership in clean energy development.
2. Gujarat’s Largest 100MW Solar Plant at Torrent Power Ltd, Surat – Commissioning Team
He played a vital role in the commissioning of Gujarat’s largest 100MW solar plant at Torrent Power Ltd, Surat, a milestone project in the state’s renewable energy portfolio.
3. India’s First Multi-Technology Solar Plant (1 MW) – Part of the R&D Team since 2013
Dr. Desai was an integral part of the R&D team behind India’s first multi-technology solar plant (1 MW), a pioneering project that marked a new era in solar technology development.
4. Team Behind India’s First Residential Rooftop Policy – Defining, Planning, Tendering & Successful Implementation in Gujarat
Dr. Desai contributed to India’s first residential rooftop solar policy, playing a key role in its defining, planning, tendering, and successful implementation under the Gujarat Government.
6. Led the Organization in Executing Over 7,000 Household Solar Power Plants – Becoming India’s No.1 Solar Company
Under his leadership, the organization successfully executed over 7,000 household solar power plants, propelling the company to become India’s leading solar energy provider.
7. First MW-Scale String Inverter Project – Successfully Executed
Dr. Desai was part of the team that executed India’s first MW-scale string inverter project, which marked a significant shift from traditional central inverters to a more efficient system for large-scale solar installations.
8. Executed 10MW Residential Solar Projects in a Single Year
He was instrumental in executing 10MW of residential solar projects in just one year, showcasing his ability to manage and scale large, complex projects efficiently.
9. Key Member of Solar Committee at PDEU – India’s First Skill Development Program for Module Manufacturing
Dr. Desai served as a key member of the Solar Committee at PDEU, contributing to India’s first skill development program aimed at training the workforce for module manufacturing in the solar sector.
Research Overview
Dr. Alpesh Desai’s research focuses on the advancement of renewable energy systems, with an emphasis on solar power, hybrid energy systems, and microgrids for sustainable and efficient energy solutions. Below is a summary of his groundbreaking work:
1. Renewable Energy Based Microgrid in Kutch Region
Exploring sustainable energy solutions tailored to the unique needs of the Kutch region, focusing on the integration of renewable sources into local microgrids for optimized energy distribution.
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2. Technical and Economical Modeling of Bifacial Rooftop System Researching the potential of bifacial solar panels in rooftop systems, enhancing efficiency through technical and economic modeling
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3. Solar PV-Hydro Based Picogrid for North East India: Analytics and Prospects An in-depth study on the integration of Solar PV and Hydro power for small-scale grids in North East India, analyzing its feasibility, potential, and long-term sustainability.
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4. Theoretical Analysis of a Pico-Hydro Power System for Energy Generation in Rural Areas Focused on developing energy solutions for rural or isolated regions, examining the viability of Pico-Hydro systems to provide clean energy.
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5. Solar PV-Wind Hybrid Power System for Kutch Region Theoretical analysis of a hybrid solar-wind energy system, optimized for the Kutch region, aimed at providing reliable energy in remote areas.
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6. Temperature Effects on DC Cable Voltage Drop in Utility-Scale Rooftop Solar PV Plants Examining how temperature variations affect DC cable voltage drop in large-scale solar PV plants and providing empirical models for better design and efficiency.
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7. Economic Modeling of Deviation Settlement under Solar Forecasting and Scheduling A study on the economic implications of deviation settlements in solar energy forecasting and scheduling, enhancing grid integration strategies.
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8. Feasibility of Stand-Alone Solar PV Based DC Distribution System Over AC for Residential Use Exploring the potential benefits of DC distribution systems over AC, especially for residential use, through technical and economic feasibility studies.
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9. Annual Performance of MPPT-Based String Inverters under Partial Shadowing Investigation into the performance of Multiple Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) inverters under partial shadowing, providing insights for utility-scale solar PV systems.
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10. Performance Analysis of String and Central Inverter-Based Utility-Scale Solar PV Plants A comparative study of string and central inverter configurations in large-scale solar PV plants to optimize performance and reduce costs.
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11. Nanogrids for Rural Electrification in India Proposing a conceptual solution for off-grid energy distribution systems (Nanogrids) aimed at electrifying rural areas in India, with an emphasis on scalability and sustainability.
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12. Impact of Azimuth and Tilt Angle on Rooftop Solar PV Energy Generation Researching the effects of azimuth and tilt angles on the performance of rooftop solar systems, focusing on optimal configurations for energy production.
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13. Techno-Economic-Environmental Analysis of Solar PV Smart Microgrid for Sustainable Rural Electrification
Analyzing the integration of solar PV systems into smart microgrids for rural electrification in agricultural communities, balancing technical, economic, and environmental considerations.
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14. Snail Trail Impact on Solar PV Energy Generation Investigating the impact of snail trail phenomena on solar PV rooftop systems, identifying solutions to mitigate energy loss in real-world installations.
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15. Floating vs Ground-Mounted PV Systems for Kutch Region Comparing the performance and feasibility of floating and ground-mounted solar PV systems for the Kutch region, with a focus on maximizing energy generation.
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16. Solar PV-Wind Hybrid Offshore Power System for Kutch Region Examining the potential of combining solar PV and wind offshore systems to generate sustainable energy for coastal regions like Kutch.
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17. Inverter Temperature Effects on Conversion Efficiency Studying how inverter temperature variations affect the overall conversion efficiency of solar PV systems, with findings aimed at improving system design.
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18. Assessment of Photovoltaic Module Failures in Residential Rooftop Installations Researching the real-world performance and failure rates of photovoltaic modules installed under net metering in Gujarat, providing insights into system longevity and maintenance.
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19. Performance of Grid-Integrated Solar PV Agritop Systems Under Net Metering Analyzing the performance of grid-integrated solar PV systems in agricultural setups, with an emphasis on the benefits of net metering for farmers.
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20. Comparison of Crystalline and Thin-Film PV Technologies A performance analysis comparing crystalline and thin-film photovoltaic technologies under the high solar resource conditions of western India, helping to guide future solar PV installations.
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