Solar energy for utilities in Thanjavur Sri Saravanas Agencies Solar energy for utilities refers to the large-scale generation of electricity from sunlight, which is then fed directly into the national or regional electricity grid for distribution to consumers. These are typically massive installations, often spanning hundreds or thousands of acres, designed to meet the energy demands. Utility-Scale Solar Power Works: Sunlight Capture, Power Conversion, Collection & Transmission, Grid Connection, Distribution.