In villages across India, farmers like Naveen are turning sunlight into livelihood. Thanks to DD Solar Solutions’ solar-powered atta chakkis, Naveen now mills up to 300 kg of grain daily at just Rs 2 per kg - far cheaper than diesel-run mills. What’s more, he earns around Rs 50,000 a month, covering EMIs and maintenance, proving clean tech can be profitable.

Part of the ‘Powering Livelihoods’ initiative by CEEW and Villgro, these decentralised renewable energy (DRE) solutions - from solar atta chakkis to cold storage units - empower rural entrepreneurs to increase productivity, reduce costs, and generate income. With solar technology costs dropping over 95% in the last decade, green applications are becoming affordable and practical for semi-urban and rural India.

Beyond earnings, the programme builds trust through real-life examples: early adopters demonstrate the technology, easing scepticism and inspiring others to embrace solar-powered entrepreneurship. With over 40 atta chakkis installed across India and hundreds of beneficiaries, DD Solar Solutions is helping script a sustainable, opportunity-driven rural India, where solar energy doesn’t just power homes - it powers livelihoods.