Recording of Wednesday, September 02, 2026 | Intersolar Middle East Conference 2026 | Language: English | Duration: 22:56 .

Accelerating Rooftop Solar Adoption in India

The adoption of rooftop solar energy in India is crucial for reducing dependence on fossil fuels and promoting clean energy. Despite its potential to generate 800 gigawatts from existing buildings, rooftop solar initiatives face significant challenges including low consumer awareness, regulatory hurdles, and market inefficiencies. The Rooftop Solar Explorer (RTSE) and Rooftop Solar Assessment and Certification (RTAC) are innovative tools developed to streamline solar adoption, offering targeted data and system sizing for consumers and vendors. These platforms have facilitated extensive mapping across numerous cities, enabling tailored solutions for energy generation. Furthermore, the Solarization portal under the Renewable Energy Service Company (RESCO) model allows consumers to access solar energy without upfront investment. Recent milestones include training over 1,200 installers and generating extensive site assessment reports. Global recognition for these initiatives indicates the promising future of rooftop solar in India.

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Speaker

Shantanu Roy
Sector Coordinator, Renewables and Energy Conservation
Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP)
India

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