Boond

Works to provide affordable and efficient energy solutions to underserved communities

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About

  • Headquarters

    Pitampura, Delhi

  • Since

    2010

Boond’s innovation, a DC Micro-grid with a patented pre-paid metering technology, provides solar power to remote communities of UP and Rajasthan. This Read more technology enables families in areas with scarce energy to buy energy from the micro-grid based on their needs without any fixed fee, giving them the flexibility to purchase only the amount of energy they can afford. Boond powered more than 300 milk collection centers in rural villages of Unnao district, and created customized solutions to power quality control instruments, improving quality and efficiency, reducing cost and energy used, eradicating need of a middle-man, and sending the profit directly to the seller. Boond’s Light for Education Program works to provide uninterrupted and affordable lighting solutions to students who don’t have light to study in remote areas in Western India. Through its Hole in the Wall program, Boond provides solar powered computers for community use for kids in rural areas to give them the opportunity to improve their learning. The Digital Education Program aims at improving the quality of education provided in rural schools by offering a digital education program that runs on solar energy. Boond partnered with grass root organizations like KARMA healthcare & Aajeevika Bureau to improve quality healthcare services by providing uninterrupted energy access to rural healthcare centers.

Impact

By March 2017, Boond had an installed capacity of over 4.5MW and impacted more than 200,000 individuals and enterprises. It has provided power to more than 10,300 households, and 52,000 people.

Programs

  • Operation and maintenance

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    Boond Solar specializes in designing, installing, and maintaining solar power systems. Effective operation and maintenance are crucial for the system's longevity and efficiency. Boond Solar can take several steps for this purpose: regular inspections to identify flaws, periodic cleaning to maintain efficiency, monitoring system performance, prompt repairs, seeking opportunities for upgrades, and investing in training for maintenance staff. By following these steps, Boond Solar ensures optimal performance and reliable power delivery for its customers.

  • Engineering, procurement, and construction

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    Boond Solar specializes in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services for solar projects. As an EPC provider, they handle the entire development process, from engineering design to procurement and construction of solar power plants. This approach streamlines project management and reduces risks for the project owner. Boond Solar's EPC services encompass site surveys, engineering designs, material procurement, construction, commissioning, and testing. Their experience ensures timely delivery, adherence to budget, and high-quality standards. Leveraging their industry expertise, Boond Solar optimizes solar power plant designs for maximum performance, energy production, and long-term reliability.

Leadership Team

  • Rustam Sengupta

    Founder and CEO

  • Ankit Malhotra

    Senior Vice President

  • Rakesh Tiwari

    Senior Sales Executive

  • Rajat Chakraborty

    Deputy Chief Manager - Operations

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    100+

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • FCRA

    Not Available

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    I-63 B, Ground Floor, Near Jal Vihar Terminal, Lajpat Nagar-1 New Delhi, Pitampura, 110024

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    For-profit
    Private Limited Company