Quant Solar Technologies, a clean-tech startup, has pioneered floating solar plants, which are gaining prominence as the third pillar of solar installations, complementing the well-established domains of rooftop solar and ground-mounted solar
A startup incubated by the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati (IITG), has pioneered floating solar technology—an innovative approach to harness solar energy while conserving water bodies.
Quant Solar Technologies Private Limited, a leading clean-tech startup, is at the forefront of developing floating solar plants, which are emerging as the third pillar of solar installations, complementing the well-established domains of rooftop solar and ground-mounted solar.
These floating solar plants are installed on water bodies such as dams, where they can reduce evaporation loss by up to 70 percent and contribute efficiently to national solar goals. Moreover, they leave zero footprint at the end of the project lifecycle, according to Pankaj Kumar, the company's co-founder and director.
"Our innovative startup isn't just about clean energy but also about conserving water by containing evaporation, saving precious land for better utility, improved power generation due to the cooling effects of water, improving aquatic life, and many more," Kumar stated.
He emphasised that this approach represents a leap towards environmental sustainability, with vast potential given the numerous reservoirs and large water bodies across the country.
"In steering through the landscape of clean energy, Quant Solar has also introduced a wide range of products embodying our dedication to innovation within the floating solar sector. We firmly believe that these advancements will not only fulfil the growing energy needs but will also make substantial contributions to environmental conservation, ushering in a new era of sustainable power solutions," added Siddhant Agarwal, the other co-founder.
The startup has strategically aligned itself with global leaders by joining a prestigious consortium led by DNV in the Netherlands, solidifying Quant Solar's position as a key player in shaping global standards for floating solar plants.
"Quant Solar is making significant contributions to environmental sustainability. The success of startups incubated at IITG-TIC is fueled by IIT Guwahati's unparalleled expertise in clean energy product design and development," stated IITG-Technology Incubation Centre (TIC) Chairperson Prof. Senthilmurugan Subbaih.
Incubated at the cutting-edge facility of IIT Guwahati Technology Incubation Centre (IITG-TIC), Quant Solar has surged to the forefront of the clean-tech revolution, making cutting-edge contributions to the field of renewable energy, he added.