New Regulations for Green Energy Open Access in Delhi
The Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) has issued new regulations to facilitate the adoption of green energy and promote sustainable practices in the National Capital Territory of Delhi. These regulations outline the framework for Green Energy Open Access, allowing consumers to procure electricity from renewable energy sources.
New Quality Control Orders for Chemical Intermediates
The Central Government has issued three new quality control orders for chemical intermediates: H Acid, K Acid, and Vinyl Sulphone. These products must bear the Standard Mark issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), certifying their compliance with quality standards.
PIBOs Reminded to File Annual Returns by November 30
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has issued a reminder to all Plastic Waste Management (PWM) rules, 2016, registered Plastic Waste Management Companies (PWMCs) and Producer Responsibility Organizations (PROs) to file their Annual Returns (AR) for the financial year 2023-24 by November 30, 2024.
Clarification Issued on PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana for Residential Projects
The clarification allows for direct subsidy disbursement to real estate developers or promoters for rooftop solar installations in residential projects, even in the absence of a formally constituted Residents’ Welfare Association (RWA) or Group Housing Society (GHS).