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4.1Pilot ProjectsPilot projects initiatives were chosen after a rigorous process which led to conversion of ideas and concepts into viable projects with a business plan, revenue model and cost sharing structure to demonstrate business models for further up-scaling. They are categorized into three, namely, innovative pilots, which include concepts that are ready for up-scaling, products that require market development and products that link with livelihoods. Each of these concepts are described below succinctly. Innovative pilot demonstration projects such as the one supported under ACE, helps to reduce the risk of adopting new technology/service methods by testing them first. A pilot program that addresses a specific product or service line helps to determine whether it fully serves the purpose for which it is set up and what kind of changes are required for its smooth operation. Pilot programs help to identify the overall costs, and they also help to reduce general resistance to adopting new methods or technology. Scaling-up, that is raising to higher level, involves replication and adoption of project by multiple users at multiple geographic locations. Often time, scale up of technology such as bio-gas plant or solar home lighting system, is driven with a combination of policy and financial incentive mechanisms. The underlying principle is that technology or a business model is ready for replication and ‘scaling-up’ would help to benefit a large number of users. Market development requires taking existing products or services and selling them in new markets, which in the present context are the rural areas which are currently not being served by companies selling renewable energy products. Innovative pilot: Hydro-based power generation (hydrokinetic technology) of about 30 kW with low speed water flow. Up scaling of renewable: Biomass gasifier-based electricity generating system which will make use of local shrub (Dhaincha) grown on wasteland in Bihar, and provide six-hour electricity supply. Upscale fuel-efficient stoves (PYRO multi-purpose) for commercial kitchens which use biomass as fuel. Solar energy operated micro-grids to provide lighting solutions in rural homes. A micro-grid is a portion of a power system which includes one or more distributed generation capable of operating independent from a large utility grid, while providing continuous power to multiple loads and end users. Market development for Renewable Energy Technology products Enhancement of market for renewable energy products led by Energy Centers operated by Women (Mahila Urja Kendra) to create Green Energy Block where majority of villages use RET. Introduction of renewable energy products such as solar LED lights, solar home electrification systems and improved cooking products in villages through Shakti Kendra (Energy Centre). Promotion of livelihood activities A rural Power Station using Solar Photovoltaics and Biomass gasifier system to provide electricity for lighting solution in rural homes, for operation of irrigation pumps and for operation of a Community Radio Station. The table in the following page provides a summary of the projects receiving the MNRE support. A brief description of each of these projects is covered later in the report. Table – Pilot Projects jointly approved by UNDP and MNRE
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