Unconventional energy system are generally characterized by high initial cost & low maintenance cost as compared with relatively low initial cost & high operating cost of conventional system. The comparison of this system is based on monetary outlet of the users ignoring the non – economic factors like social, environmental status value novelty value, freedom from utility grid etc. investing in unconventional energy will reduce long term costs & everlasting source of energy. However looking at its immense potential, if political stimulated it will increase the share of unconventional manifolds in the years to come. The paper highlights the benefits of the solar energy and the policies of the Indian Govt. endorsing the growth and development of renewable energy resources.