According to a survey, the high cost of installation and lack of skilled workers are among the top three barriers to adoption of rooftop solar power in India.
The survey was conducted by Luminous Power Technologies, involving 4,318 respondents from 5 metropolises and 8 non-metro cities.
About 90 percent of the respondents to the ‘Solar Spectrum of New India’ survey acknowledge the need for specialised skills in solar panel installation, and 45 percent believe skilled labour is unavailable locally.
“The top barriers to the adoption of solar power in India are a shortage of specialised skills, perceived cost implications, and accessibility,” it said.
The study further said that around 59 percent of respondents have concerns over high initial installation costs.
“A noteworthy proportion believe that the cost of implementing solar power solutions is slightly higher compared to traditional energy sources,” it said.
This suggests the need to build awareness of financial schemes and avenues available for consumers who are prepared to adopt such solutions but refrain due to reservations about the cost.
Luminous is into the manufacturing of solar panels, batteries, and inverters.
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