MCCIA Event Recap: Unlocking Solar Savings

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Missed the session? This recap brings you key takeaways from “Unlocking Solar Savings,” an exclusive MCCIA event where Mr. Makarand Mirge and Mr. Rajesh Rathi shared practical frameworks for cutting power costs and accelerating solar adoption for businesses in Pune and beyond.

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Missed the session? This recap brings you key takeaways from “Unlocking Solar Savings,” an exclusive MCCIA event where Mr. Makarand Mirge and Mr. Rajesh Rathi shared practical frameworks for cutting power costs and accelerating solar adoption for businesses in Pune and beyond.

Hosted in collaboration with MCCIA in Pune, the event was designed for CXOs, business owners, directors, and facility heads evaluating solar as a strategic lever - not merely a compliance checkbox. Through real-world examples and open Q&A discussions, the speakers demonstrated how well-engineered solar plants can reduce electricity bills while strengthening energy resilience and supporting ESG objectives.

During the session, Mr. Makarand Mirge, Director - Solar Business at Alligator Solar, focused on the core fundamentals every decision-maker should understand before investing in solar. He explained how rooftop and ground-mounted systems can be optimally sized for captive consumption, what typical payback periods and IRRs look like for commercial and industrial users, and why disciplined engineering and robust O&M determine whether assets underperform or deliver long-term value.

Mr. Rajesh Rathi, BU Head - Solar & EV Charger, expanded the discussion into solution design and system integration. He highlighted how solar PV, EV charging infrastructure, and modern asset management frameworks can work together to build a resilient and future-ready energy stack for industrial and commercial campuses. This perspective positioned solar not as a standalone project, but as a key component of a broader energy transformation roadmap.

The session also decoded the policy and regulatory landscape in simple, actionable terms. Attendees gained clarity on how current schemes, DISCOM norms, and evolving frameworks such as green open access influence project structuring, approvals, and long-term savings. By the end of the discussion, participants had a clearer understanding of which financial and technical models best align with their load profile, tariff structure, and expansion plans.

Key themes covered during the session included:

• Structuring rooftop and ground-mounted solar systems for captive consumption
• Typical payback periods and IRR ranges for C&I solar projects
• The role of disciplined engineering, quality components, and O&M in long-term performance
• Integrating EV charging infrastructure with solar at industrial and commercial campuses
• The impact of schemes, DISCOM norms, and open access policies on project viability

A highlight of “Unlocking Solar Savings” was its strong emphasis on interaction. Beyond the formal presentations, the event featured one-to-one Q&A opportunities where participants discussed their specific facilities, constraints, and investment horizons with the Alligator Solar team. This ensured that insights moved beyond theory into actionable next steps.

For organisations that could not attend, this recap and the accompanying video provide a concise overview of the session’s core insights - how to approach solar as a strategic investment, navigate regulatory frameworks, and leverage engineered solutions from Alligator Solar to significantly reduce electricity costs. If you are planning to initiate or scale your solar journey, this session serves as a valuable starting point before undertaking detailed site-specific feasibility and design assessments.