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This page is our central hub of practical resources for homeowners and EV buyers. Everything here is built to help you make decisions with clarity — not brochure talk.

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Indian Homeowner’s Solar Guide 2025

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A practical rooftop solar guide covering system selection, sizing, vendor shortlisting, quote sanity checks, ROI basics, and common homeowner mistakes to avoid.

Best for: First-time rooftop solar buyers in India

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Rooftop Solar Design Calculator

Excel

Plan your rooftop solar with clear numbers. Estimate system size (kWdc), 1st-year generation (kWh/year), bill savings, and payback — with optional installer-grade checks like module/inverter selection and basic string sizing.

Best for: Homeowners + small installers (USA-first, adaptable for India/Canada/other regions)

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Vendor Scorecard + ROI & Loan Comparison Calculator

Excel

Compare vendors in a structured way and estimate ROI and loan vs cash impact using your own assumptions.

Best for: Anyone already collecting quotes or comparing 2–3 vendors

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Solar ROI & Payback Calculator

Excel

Estimate your rooftop solar payback period, yearly savings, and ROI using India-focused inputs like system cost, subsidy, tariff (₹/unit), and self-consumption %. Includes year-by-year savings.

Best for: Indian homeowners who want a quick, realistic ROI estimate

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EV Buyer’s Pocket Guide (2025 Edition) – India

PDF

A practical EV buying guide focused on real-life ownership readiness, charging basics, home charging setup, warranty questions, and a clean checklist mindset.

Best for: First-time EV buyers in India

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