Interview: Divya Prakash Choraria
CEO and Co-founder at Wattpower
WattPower Backs Digital, Autonomous Solar with Storage and IoT Integration
May 06, 2025. By News Bureau

Que: What are the key differentiators of WattPower’s high-efficiency string inverters compared to competitors?
Ans: WattPower’s 330KTL string inverters are built for long-term performance and reliability, combining intelligent design with industry-leading durability. Unlike conventional inverters, our solutions integrate self-maintaining features and advanced protection systems that minimise downtime, reduce maintenance costs, and ensure consistent energy harvest over decades. This results in higher lifetime value and lower operational risks, giving solar projects a competitive edge in both efficiency and reliability.
The foundation of our competitive advantage lies in three groundbreaking innovations that collectively deliver superior lifecycle value. Our SSLD (AUTO SWITCH DC Disconnector) establishes a new benchmark in electrical safety through its instantaneous fault response capability, while the SCTD (Smart Connector Temperature Detector) system introduces predictive thermal management that virtually eliminates fire risks associated with connector degradation. Complementing these safety innovations, our patented Smart Self-Cleaning Fan technology represents a leap forward in maintenance-free operation, automatically preserving optimal thermal performance despite challenging environmental conditions.
Beyond these core differentiators, WattPower's technological leadership extends to advanced dynamic MPPT algorithms capable of extracting maximum energy yield even under suboptimal conditions like partial shading or rapid irradiance fluctuations.
Que: How does semi-automated assembly improve efficiency and quality control in your manufacturing process?
Ans: Our state-of-the-art semi-automated assembly line is designed with a strong focus on both quality and efficiency. It incorporates a comprehensive, multi-step quality assurance process that includes a rigorous five-level testing protocol for each product. These stringent checks ensure that every component undergoes thorough scrutiny at multiple stages of production, minimising the risk of defects and enhancing the overall reliability of our products. By integrating automation into the assembly process, we not only improve operational efficiency but also maintain the highest standards of quality control, ensuring that each unit meets our exacting performance criteria before it reaches the customer.
Que: WattPower recently achieved 15 GW of green power generation. What were the biggest challenges and key takeaways from this milestone?
Ans: Reaching the milestone of 15 GW in green power generation was a significant achievement for WattPower, but it also came with substantial challenges. The biggest hurdle we faced was the 'last-mile delivery' — the critical stage of the supply chain that involves transporting goods from the factory to the customer’s doorstep for timely delivery and installation. This challenge was exacerbated by harsh climatic conditions and diverse terrains, making it a complex and demanding task.
Alongside these logistical challenges, the rapid pace of technological growth in the industry, coupled with evolving market conditions in India, called for products that were not only cutting-edge but also stable and mature. To meet this demand, we introduced several unique features into our products, such as the Smart String-Level Disconnector (SSLD) with an auto-trip DC switch, the Smart Connector Temperature Detector (SCTD), and the Smart Self-Clean Fan (SSCF). These innovations were designed to enhance safety, performance, and efficiency, addressing the specific needs of the market.
The lessons learned from overcoming these challenges have been invaluable in shaping our future strategies. Moving forward, we are focusing on even more customer-centric solutions and streamlining our delivery processes to ensure faster and more efficient service. These efforts enable our customers to install and start generating green power on time, in alignment with India’s ambitious goal to achieve 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030.
Que: How do your 330KTL solar string inverters optimise power conversion and energy yield, and what advanced power conversion technologies are integrated into your inverters to ensure grid stability?
Ans: WattPower's 330KTL solar string inverters are engineered to deliver superior power conversion efficiency and maximise energy harvest through the implementation of cutting-edge power electronics and intelligent control algorithms. A cornerstone of their design is our proprietary grid code compliance algorithm, meticulously developed in strict adherence to Central Electricity Authority (CEA) regulations.
This algorithm ensures seamless grid synchronisation while providing critical ancillary services, including dynamic reactive power compensation, frequency regulation, and advanced fault ride-through capabilities (LVRT/HVRT).
These features empower our inverters to operate with exceptional resilience in weak or unstable grid conditions, maintaining uninterrupted energy delivery and reinforcing grid stability during voltage sags, surges, or transient disturbances. By integrating these high-precision control mechanisms, WattPower not only optimises energy conversion efficiency but also plays a pivotal role in enhancing grid reliability and operational robustness. Our inverters thus serve as a mission-critical component in modern renewable energy systems, ensuring compliance, performance, and long-term sustainability.
Que: What are the most exciting projects or breakthroughs currently in the pipeline at WattPower, and any upcoming trends in PV technology do you think will have the biggest impact on India’s renewable energy sector?
Ans: At WattPower, we’re currently focused on several exciting projects and breakthroughs that align with the growing demand for clean, reliable energy in India. One of the most notable is our ongoing collaboration with leading companies in the renewable energy sector, where our 330KTL inverters have been deployed in large-scale solar projects. Notable projects include our partnerships with Adani Green Energy, MEIL, Waaree, Amara Raja, Avaada, Torrent Power, and ICOMM, contributing to a collective total of over 7.3 GW of solar power generation.
At WattPower, we are closely monitoring the most exciting trends that will shape the future of India’s renewable energy sector, and we are actively contributing to the evolution of these technologies. One of the most significant trends we see is the integration of PV, wind, and storage systems, collectively accelerating photovoltaic (PV) energy as a mainstream energy source. As energy storage technology matures, it plays a crucial role at every stage of power generation, transmission, distribution, and utilisation, ensuring the long-term stability and reliability of new power systems.
Energy storage, especially grid-forming storage systems, enhances the stability of voltage, frequency, and power angles, which is vital for maintaining a reliable and sustainable grid. This technology will be key as GW-scale PV plants continue to emerge, particularly when dealing with large-scale operations, harsh environments, and complex maintenance challenges. As such, we see a growing need for intelligent lifecycle management to ensure the "autonomous operation" of new energy power stations. This will allow for more efficient, cost-effective, and seamless management of solar installations.
Moreover, the future of solar power stations will be increasingly digital and intelligent, driven by advancements in 5G, cloud computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT). These technologies will enable fully automated and unmanned management of power stations, improving operational efficiency and reducing the need for manual intervention.
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