Ever wondered exactly how much money could you save by switching to solar energy for generating electricity? Sure, photovoltaic solar module manufacturers always talk about how you can save money by using their products, but without undeniable proof. Well, a Chalai, Kerala based entrepreneur decided to find out just how much money he could save every month, by using solar energy equipment.

In a bold initiative, the company, named Trivandrum Tube Corporation, purchased and installed solar modules and panels right on the roof of the office building. Their target – to power the single computer used in the business, along with 5 fans, and 10 each of compact fluorescent lamps and conventional tube lights. The solar energy system they invested in came equipped with an intelligent solar power management system. As such, any time the power stored in the solar batteries fell below the 70% mark, the system would automatically switch to grid power.

The initiative started on May 2010, a month when Truivandrum Tube Corporation had paid INR 1,771 as electricity bills. This included an INR 300 charge for meter rent just like any other commercial organization has to bear. A year later, on May 2011, the amount had come down to just above the INR 500 mark, and yes, that too included the constant INR 300 charge.

The difference is quite shocking, isn't it? The company had paid roughly INR 2 lac, in order to buy the solar energy system and get it installed. If they were saving around INR 1,200 every month, then in just about a year, they would recover around INR 14,400. Now, if you keep in mind that an average set up with solar modules and associated equipment last for around 25 years, then their total savings made by using the system would amount to around INR 3,60,000. Surely you can see how much of a profit they would be making in the long run.

As you can see, switching to green energy is no longer just a stylish act. It can actually help you save big on electricity bills that you have to pay at the end of every month. So, if you are the owner of a small business, then you might want to give this technology a try. Simply install the solar PV modules on the roof of your office building, and you are likely to see the difference in your electricity bills within just a couple months or so. Try this today – you are guaranteed not to be disappointed.