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CAG has submitted comments to the Chairman of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) for the draft notification on guidelines for storage and handling of waste solar Photo-Voltaic modules or panels or cells.

CAG has submitted comments to the Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change for the Draft Notification on Greenhouse Gas Emission Intensity Targets (2025).

RTI data from TNGECL on rooftop installations regarding the number and capacity of rooftop solar installations in Tamil Nadu, categorised by service connection type.

Media Capacity Workshop - Report

Citizen consumer and civic Action Group (CAG), in association with Poovulagin Nanbargal and Asar Social Impact Advisors organised a media capacity workshop at the Raintree Hotel, Alwarpet on 15th May 2025. The workshop saw the participation of 30 media representatives, including reporters and radio representatives from various media houses in Chennai. The participants were provided with IEC materials. 

"Tamil Nadu's Solar Energy Policy and Regulations: A Consumer’s Guide" provides a clear and accessible overview of the state’s key solar policies and regulatory frameworks, with a focus on the Tamil Nadu Solar Energy Policy 2019 and the 2021 Grid Interactive Solar PV Energy Generating Systems Regulations. The guide explains grid integration mechanisms such as Net Metering, Net Billing (Feed-in), and Gross Metering, outlining their eligibility criteria, capacity limits, billing methods, and available incentives.

"Residential Rooftop Solar PV Systems Technical Guide" offers in-depth technical guidance for consumers on the installation and operation of grid-connected rooftop solar PV systems. The guide explains how solar PV systems work and details key components such as solar panels (including advanced cell technologies like Mono PERC and TOPCon), inverters, AC/DC distribution boxes, cabling, earthing, lightning protection, and module mounting structures.

"Rooftop Solar PV System Handbook: Frequently Asked Questions on Residential Rooftop Solar PV Systems" is a comprehensive guide that addresses common concerns and queries of homeowners about solar energy. It covers essential topics such as system costs, government subsidies, installation procedures, maintenance requirements, and the environmental advantages of solar power. Designed to empower consumers, this handbook helps homeowners make well-informed decisions about installing rooftop solar systems while also dispelling widespread myths and misconceptions.

This consumer manual provides a detailed, user-friendly walkthrough of the PM Surya Ghar Scheme—India’s flagship initiative to bring rooftop solar power to one crore households. Developed by CAG, the guide demystifies the scheme's eligibility, subsidy structure, and application process while outlining every critical step, from vendor selection to subsidy redemption. Aimed at empowering citizens, the manual ensures that consumers can confidently navigate the solar installation journey and contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

This comprehensive guide by CAG equips residential consumers with clear, step-by-step instructions for installing rooftop solar systems under Tamil Nadu’s regulatory framework. It covers everything from assessing rooftop suitability and choosing quality components to understanding net metering, tariffs, and the PM Surya Ghar subsidy scheme. Designed for ease of use, the guide demystifies technical and procedural aspects, empowering households to adopt solar energy confidently and sustainably.