CleanMax installs rooftop solar project at Paper Boat drinks maker’s plant

  • Industry News
  • Aug 26,19
As part of its sustainable manufacturing initiative, Hector Beverages will meet 58% of its energy requirement through rooftop solar power at its manufacturing plant in Mysuru
CleanMax installs rooftop solar project at Paper Boat drinks maker’s plant

Mysuru (Karnataka), 26 August, 2019 
 
 
Hector Beverages, which markets a range of healthy Indian ethnic drinks under the Paper Boat brand, has partnered with CleanMax Solar to take the renewable route for its manufacturing facility. The company has commissioned a 345.6 kWp rooftop solar plant at its manufacturing unit in Mysuru, Karnataka which has been set up by CleanMax Solar. 
 
In keeping with its long-term growth plans, Hector Beverages has now decided to merge organic sourcing with clean energy by adopting solar energy for its manufacturing operations. The company will be able to generate approximately 523,000 kWh of clean energy annually through the solar rooftop project, abating 430 tonnes of carbon emissions.
 
In addition, the solar rooftop project will enable the company to meet approximately 58 per cent of its power requirement at a cost which is 30 percent cheaper than prevailing grid electricity tariffs. Furthermore, the company has received approvals for net metering, which will allow it to export surplus solar power to the grid, thereby saving approximately more than Rs 11 million on its electricity bills annually. 
 
Andrew Hines, Co-founder, CleanMax Solar, commented, “This project promises to significantly reduce operating costs for Hector Beverages, through our OPEX model of solar power generation. Moreover, it will further contribute to Hector Beverages’ vision of sustainable manufacturing. In a world in which we are already witnessing the effects of climate change firsthand, Hector Beverages is leading the way by demonstrating its commitment to sourcing of natural materials, including energy. We are proud to be associated with Hector Beverages and to have helped them to achieve this important step.” 
 
Neeraj Kakkar, Co-founder & CEO, Hector Beverages, added, “This partnership is all about driving positive change in terms of the food and resources we consume. As a brand, we promote naturally procured resources and we would like to extend this to the way our drinks are manufactured. In keeping with this objective, we are proud to partner with CleanMax Solar, an organisation which shares these values and provides us with an clean energy solution that allows us to offset the greenhouse gas emissions from our manufacturing facilities, as part of our broader sustainability commitments.”
 

Related Stories

Electrical & Electronics
Vadodara power equipment makers see strong growth amid renewable energy boom

Vadodara power equipment makers see strong growth amid renewable energy boom

Vadodara has been a key player in power equipment manufacturing for five decades, home to around 200 medium and large manufacturers, including major names like ABB, Siemens, and Schneider Electric.

Read more
Electrical & Electronics
Govt to establish R&D centre for renewable energy components: Pralhad Joshi

Govt to establish R&D centre for renewable energy components: Pralhad Joshi

In addition, Joshi revealed that a dedicated task force, including officials from the power ministry, MNRE, and key industry stakeholders, will be formed to expedite the efforts needed to meet the 5..

Read more
Electrical & Electronics
India to become leading solar PV exporter to US: Report

India to become leading solar PV exporter to US: Report

The report underscores that the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has provided a solid framework for renewable energy investments, particularly in solar energy, which has grown to 178 GW in 2023 from 15..

Read more

Related Products

Energy Logger

Energy Conservation Products and Systems

Weidmuller Electronics India Pvt Ltd offers a wide range of energy logger.

Read more

Request a Quote

Air Cooled Heat Exchanger

Energy Conservation Products and Systems

Thermal Energy Systems offers a wide range of air cooled heat exchanger.

Read more

Request a Quote

Hi There!

Now get regular updates from IPF Magazine on WhatsApp!

Click on link below, message us with a simple hi, and SAVE our number

You will have subscribed to our Industrial News on Whatsapp! Enjoy

+91 84228 74016