Future Scope Of Solar Energy In Kerala: An Awareness Study

Abstract

The research employs Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) to examine customer awareness with rooftop solar systems across different education levels. Data from 200 consumers from Kottayam District were analyzed, focusing on six factors: carbon footprint, government subsidy, reduced electricity bill, maintenance, installation and warranty. The results show a significant correlation between awareness levels and education categories. Highly educated groups find the government subsidy, reduced electricity bill, maintenance and warranty of rooftop solar systems more aware of. Meanwhile, carbon footprint and installation seem to be independent of educational status. The study suggests that education significantly affects consumer awareness with rooftop solar systems. SPSS was used for the analysis. The report concludes that tailored strategies are needed to enhance consumer awareness across all education levels and ensure equitable distribution of the benefits of rooftop solar systems.