Mr. Srinivas Kumar, Managing Director and CEO of SunAP Ecopower Private Limited, has been honoured in the prestigious “Asset Builders” category by SolarQuarter Research at the SolarQuarter Power List 2026 – India Edition. The recognition highlights his over 38 years of industry experience, support for 1,100+ solar installers and vision for building energy-independent communities across India.
Mr. Kumar has held leadership responsibilities across organisations including BHEL, Tata Power Solar (formerly Tata BP Solar) and Kotak. His experience spans manufacturing, engineering, procurement and construction (EPC), project development and business incubation, including project design and execution assignments involving capacities of up to 250 MW in collaboration with leading EPC companies.
His work in solar power development includes building megawatt-scale power infrastructure dating back to 2011, alongside incubating and heading businesses across manufacturing, EPC and related sectors. This experience informs his approach to strengthening the capabilities of solar entrepreneurs and delivering dependable energy solutions.
Under his leadership, SunAP Ecopower has incubated over 1,100 installers across South India, helping emerging businesses develop the expertise and confidence needed to serve their markets. The company’s engagement extends beyond product access to ongoing mentorship, design and engineering assistance, and practical support throughout project delivery.
Through this approach, SunAP Ecopower creates value for both installers and their clients, helping mitigate project risks through appropriate technology selection, strong after-sales service, on-site support and assistance with manufacturer warranties.
For Mr. Kumar, SunAP Ecopower’s purpose centres on a responsibility to provide and support dependable clean energy solutions, bringing together Made in India technologies and products from leading global brands available in India. The emphasis is on helping partners deliver systems backed by engineering expertise, reliable service and long-term accountability.
The company works with brands including Panasonic, Enphase, L&T Electronic Products and Systems (L&T-EPS), Feston, Novasys and Secure. Its expanding portfolio also includes Avaada Electro’s high-efficiency solar modules, L&T-EPS battery energy storage solutions and Enphase’s distributed energy technologies, addressing requirements across residential, commercial and industrial applications.
Supporting this work is a team of experienced industry veterans and engineers with expertise across solar and related energy technologies. Together, they help installers navigate technical requirements, strengthen project quality and build sustainable businesses.
Mr. Kumar’s commitment to entrepreneurship also extends to education. He engages with final-year engineering students at leading engineering colleges, providing training and guidance on entrepreneurship and renewable energy. These efforts encourage young engineers to apply their knowledge to local challenges and explore opportunities to serve communities through clean energy.
Central to his vision is the development of energy-independent villages and towns across India, using solar and other renewable energy technologies, with or without energy storage, according to local needs. This vision connects reliable energy access with broader community priorities, including better health and access to potable drinking water.
The Asset Builders recognition reflects Mr. Kumar’s contribution to strengthening the people, businesses and technical capabilities supporting India’s renewable energy transition. His work brings together industry experience, installer mentorship, technology partnerships and community-focused entrepreneurship.
As SunAP Ecopower expands its reach, Mr. Kumar remains focused on building a capable network of solar entrepreneurs and engineers who can bring dependable energy solutions to more communities. His long-term ambition is to help create a sustainable living environment and a stronger clean energy future for present and future generations.
SunAP Ecopower Private Limited is a Bengaluru-based clean energy technology and solutions company committed to strengthening India’s solar ecosystem through installer incubation, mentorship and engineering support. The company has incubated over 1,100 installers across South India, providing design assistance, technical training, after-sales service, on-site support and assistance with manufacturer warranties.
Bringing together Made in India technologies and solutions from leading global brands, SunAP Ecopower supports solar modules, microinverters, battery energy storage and related applications. Its team of industry veterans and engineers works to build capable local businesses, enable reliable project delivery and advance a long-term vision of energy-independent communities.
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