IIT-Guwahati incubated start-up ‘Quant Solar’ pioneers Floating Solar Technology

 GUWAHATI: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT-G) incubated Startup Quant Solar Technologies Private Limited, a leading clean-tech start-up, and pioneered Floating Solar Technology in India, an innovative way to harness solar energy and conserve water bodies. Incubated at the IIT Guwahati Technology Incubation Centre (IITG-TIC), Quant Solar has made significant strides in the field of renewable energy.

Floating solar plants are gaining prominence as the third pillar of solar installations, complementing the well-established domains of rooftop solar and ground-mounted solar. Floating solar plants are installed on water bodies such as dams and reservoirs, where they can restrict evaporation loss by up to 70 per cent. With easy integration into existing reservoirs, they efficiently contribute to national solar goals while leaving a zero footprint at the end of the project lifecycle. Incubated at the cutting-edge facility of the 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.

Speaking about the startup, Co-Founder and Director of Quant Solar Technologies, Pankaj Kumar, emphasised the transformative impact, stating, “Our innovative start-up isn’t just about clean energy but also about conserving water by containing evaporation, saving precious land for better utility, improving power generation due to the cooling effects of water, improving aquatic life, and many more. This is a monumental leap towards environmental sustainability.”

Siddhant Agarwal, Co-Founder and Director, expressed, “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.”

Through its ground-breaking technology and innovation, the start-up has strategically aligned itself with global leaders, joining the prestigious consortium led by DNV in the Netherlands. This strategic collaboration cements Quant Solar as a key player in shaping global standards for floating solar plants.

Speaking about Quant Solar, Prof. Senthilmurugan Subbiah, Chairperson of the IIT Guwahati Technology Incubation Centre (IITG-TIC), said, “QuantSolar isn’t just an emerging start-up. It is making significant contributions to environmental sustainability. The success of start-ups incubated at IITG-TIC is fuelled by IIT Guwahati’s unparalleled expertise in clean energy product design and development.” The collaborative environment at IIT Guwahati has been instrumental in Quant Solar Technologies’ journey. The institute’s commitment to fostering innovation and providing the necessary resources has empowered start-ups like Quant Solar to lead the charge in creating sustainable solutions, stated a press release.

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