MD & CFO
Akash Hirpara
Akash Hirpara is Managing Director and CFO of Heaven Designs. Trained in civil engineering, Akash oversees the company's finance, operations, and procurement functions. He is particularly well-versed in solar project economics — CAPEX, OPEX, and RESCO structuring — and helps clients navigate accelerated depreciation, subsidy processing, and channel partner programs. His financial acumen ensures Heaven Designs delivers both engineering quality and commercial viability on every project.
LinkedIn Expertise: Solar Project FinanceCAPEX/OPEX/RESCO ModelsAccelerated DepreciationMNRE Subsidy ProcessingCivil Engineering
Articles by Akash Hirpara
70 posts Buyer's GuideSolar Design & Engineering
Best Solar Design Software in 2026: 10 Platforms Ranked
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Buyer's GuideFloating Solar
Floating Solar Design Software: 2026 FPV Buyer's Guide
Jun 14, 2026 · 16 min read
ComparisonHelioscope
HelioScope Alternatives for C&I Solar Designers in 2026
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Knowledge BaseUSA Solar
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ComparisonGround Mount
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Jun 14, 2026 · 13 min read
ComparisonPVsyst
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Jun 14, 2026 · 16 min read
ComparisonUtility Scale
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Jun 14, 2026 · 13 min read
Knowledge BaseSolar Design & Engineering
Satellite Roof Measurement for Solar: AI vs Drone LiDAR (2026)
Jun 14, 2026 · 16 min read
Buyer's GuideSolar Design & Engineering
Solar Carport Design Software: 2026 EPC Buyer's Guide
Jun 14, 2026 · 16 min read
Buyer's GuideSolar Design & Engineering
Solar Design Software Germany: 7 Tools Ranked for 2026
Jun 14, 2026 · 19 min read
Buyer's GuideUSA Solar
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Jun 14, 2026 · 14 min read
ComparisonIndia Solar
Solar Ladder Alternatives for India Installers in 2026
Jun 14, 2026 · 17 min read
Buyer's GuideSolar Design & Engineering
Solar Proposal Software in 2026: 7 Tools That Actually Close Deals
Jun 14, 2026 · 15 min read
Knowledge BaseSolar Design & Engineering
Solar Simulation Software 2026: Lender-Grade Yield Picks
Jun 14, 2026 · 14 min read
Knowledge BaseIndia Solar
ALMM List Explained — How It Affects Your Solar BOQ
Jun 5, 2026 · 16 min read
Knowledge BaseSolar Design & Engineering
ASCE 7-22 Wind Load for Solar Rooftops — A Designer's Reading
Jun 5, 2026 · 19 min read
ComparisonAurora Solar
Aurora vs Helioscope vs Heaven Designs — 2026 Buyer's Guide
Jun 5, 2026 · 18 min read
ComparisonAutoCAD
AutoCAD Electrical vs AutoCAD Drafting — Solar SLD Workflow Guide
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How-To GuideIndia Solar
BESCOM Solar Net Metering Guide — Karnataka Drawing Requirements & Approval
Jun 5, 2026 · 18 min read
How-To GuideUSA Solar
California AHJ Solar Permit Guide — Title 24, NEC 2020 CEC, Top AHJ Rules
Jun 5, 2026 · 19 min read
How-To GuideIndia Solar
CEIG Drawing Approval Process India — State-by-State Walkthrough
Jun 5, 2026 · 17 min read
How-To GuideUSA Solar
Colorado Solar Permit Guide — Xcel Energy, NEC 2023, and Front Range AHJ Requirements
Jun 5, 2026 · 17 min read
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DC vs AC Coupling for Solar Battery Systems: Engineering Decision Guide
Jun 5, 2026 · 17 min read
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DISCOM Net Metering Process India — State-by-State Master Guide
Jun 5, 2026 · 22 min read
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Future of Floating Solar Power Plants in India: Market, Engineering and ROI
Jun 5, 2026 · 18 min read
Knowledge BaseSolar Design & Engineering
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Knowledge BaseSolar Design & Engineering
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How-To GuideIndia Solar
How to Prepare a Solar DPR for MNRE Submission — Template + Checklist
Jun 5, 2026 · 18 min read
How-To GuideUSA Solar
How to Submit a Solar Permit Package to an AHJ — Complete Checklist
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Hybrid Solar for African Telecom Towers — A Design Methodology
Jun 5, 2026 · 18 min read
Knowledge BaseNEC 2023
IEEE 1547-2018 — Distributed Energy Resource Interconnection for Solar
Jun 5, 2026 · 17 min read
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Indian Solar Design Firms for USA Companies — Buyer's Field Guide
Jun 5, 2026 · 18 min read
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Industrial Solar ROI Guide: Maximize Returns for Your Plant
Jun 5, 2026 · 16 min read
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LADBS SolarApp+ Guide — Step-by-Step Solar Permit Submission for LA Installers
Jun 5, 2026 · 16 min read
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Lithium-Ion vs Flow Battery for Utility-Scale Solar — A 2026 Outlook
Jun 5, 2026 · 18 min read
ComparisonSolar Design & Engineering
IEC 61730 vs UL 61730 — Module Safety Certification Explained
Jun 5, 2026 · 17 min read
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Jun 5, 2026 · 16 min read
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NEC 2017 to 2023 — What Changed for Solar Designers
Jun 5, 2026 · 19 min read
How-To GuideUSA Solar
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Jun 5, 2026 · 17 min read
AnalysisSolar Design & Engineering
Per-MW Solar Engineering Cost Stack — 2026 Breakdown by EPC Size
Jun 5, 2026 · 18 min read
How-To GuidePVsyst
PVsyst for Floating Solar — Albedo, Soiling, Cooling Setup
Jun 5, 2026 · 17 min read
How-To GuidePVsyst
PVsyst Soiling Loss Modeling for India and Africa — Regional Calibration
Jun 5, 2026 · 17 min read
Knowledge BaseSolar Design & Engineering
Self-Healing Solar Cells: Technology, Status & EPC Impact
Jun 5, 2026 · 16 min read
AnalysisSolar Design & Engineering
Solar BOQ Margins — How EPCs Lose 6% on Mis-Costed Cables
Jun 5, 2026 · 17 min read
ComparisonOutsourcing
Solar Designer Freelancer India — An Honest Comparison
Jun 5, 2026 · 14 min read
ReferenceSolar Design & Engineering
Solar Earthing & Lightning Protection — IS 3043, IEC 62561 Applied
Jun 5, 2026 · 17 min read
Ultimate GuideSolar Design & Engineering
Solar Engineering for Indian EPCs — The Complete Workflow
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Solar PE Stamp Explained — What It Is, Who Needs It, and What It Costs
Jun 5, 2026 · 16 min read
Buyer's GuideSolar Design & Engineering
Solar Rooftop Design Company India — 2026 Buyer's Guide
Jun 5, 2026 · 18 min read
Knowledge BaseSolar Design & Engineering
Solar Tracker Yield Gain Explained — Single-Axis vs Dual-Axis Math
Jun 5, 2026 · 16 min read
How-To GuideSolar Design & Engineering
STAAD Pro for Solar Structures — A Beginner's Modeling Guide
Jun 5, 2026 · 20 min read
How-To GuideUSA Solar
Texas Solar Permit Guide — AHJ Matrix for Houston, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio
Jun 5, 2026 · 17 min read
Buyer's GuideIndia Solar
Top Solar Panel Manufacturers in India: EPC Procurement Guide 2026
Jun 5, 2026 · 18 min read
How-To GuideIndia Solar
UGVCL Solar Net Metering Guide — Gujarat Drawing Format & GEDA Approval
Jun 5, 2026 · 18 min read
How-To GuideUSA Solar
Washington State Solar Permit Guide — Puget Sound Energy, Seattle, NEC 2023
Jun 5, 2026 · 17 min read
Knowledge BaseSolar Design & Engineering
White-Label Solar Design Services — How They Actually Work
Jun 5, 2026 · 17 min read
dharaSolar Design
Solar Feasibility Study: Complete Process & Timeline Guide
Apr 17, 2026 · 20 min read
dharaSolar Design
Complete Guide to Solar Consultancy India in 2026
Apr 7, 2026 · 25 min read
dharaSolar Design
PVsyst vs HelioScope vs AutoCAD: Best Solar Design Software
Apr 7, 2026 · 21 min read
dharaSolar Design
Rooftop Design India: State-Wise Regulations & Best Practices
Apr 7, 2026 · 29 min read
Comparison
Offshore vs Onshore Design Outsourcing India 2026
Apr 6, 2026
Ultimate Guide
Solar Permits India: State-Wise Processing Times 2026
Apr 6, 2026
dharaSolar Design
Solar Design Pricing Models: Fixed vs Hourly vs Per-MW Rates
Apr 5, 2026 · 22 min read
How-To Guide
How to Evaluate Solar Design Quality: 8 Technical Indicators
Mar 20, 2026
Comparison
PMC Services India vs In-House Project Management for Solar Projects: Complete Cost & Quality Comparison 2026
Mar 11, 2026
Listicle
How to Choose a Solar Engineering Partner: 12 Critical Factors EPCs Must Evaluate in 2026
Mar 9, 2026
Ultimate Guide
Solar Structural Engineering in India: Complete Service Guide for EPC Companies in 2026
Mar 9, 2026
Ultimate Guide
Solar Design Cost Breakdown 2026: What EPCs Pay for Engineering Services
Mar 4, 2026
Knowledge BaseSolar Design & Engineering
ABC Solar Modules Explained: All Back Contact Technology Vs PERC & TOPCon
Jun 26, 2025 · 17 min read
How-To GuideIndia Solar
PM-KUSUM Component C Explained: Feeder-Level Solarization
Feb 10, 2025 · 18 min read