MPERC Proposes Revision of Transmission Tariff Regulations, Invites Public Comments and Hearing Participation
The Madhya Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (MPERC) has issued a public notice proposing the revision of its transmission tariff regulations, inviting stakeholders to submit comments and participate in a virtual public hearing scheduled for June 18, 2024.
Certain Renewable Energy Plants To Be Exempt From ALMM & RLMM Requirements
Renewable energy plants located within Special Economic Zones (SEZs) or Export Oriented Units (EOUs) will be exempt from the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) requirements for solar photovoltaic (PV) modules and Revised List of Models and Manufacturers (RLMM) requirements for wind turbine models. These exemptions apply to all qualifying renewable energy plants commissioned by December 31, 2030.
Public Hearing on New Proposed Charges Associated With Regional Load Despatch Centres
The CERC released draft regulations on April 4, 2024, outlining a new framework for calculating and collecting fees used to operate RLDCs. The public comment period ended on May 20, 2024. However, in order to gather diverse perspectives, the CERC will hold a public hearing on May 30, 2024, at 2:30 PM via video conferencing.
Extension In Timeline For Furnishing Comments On Draft DSM Regulations, 2024
These draft regulations outline the process for managing deviations from power schedules in the Indian electricity grid. The CERC notes that several stakeholders requested more time to provide feedback on the draft regulations. The CERC has responded to this request by extending the deadline from May 24, 2024, to June 3, 2024.
CERC Seeks Input on Transition to Monthly Coal Escalation Rates
A Staff Paper outlining the current method and proposing different transition options has been published on the CERC website. Stakeholders, including power companies and industry experts, are encouraged to submit comments and suggestions by June 24, 2024.
2024 Transmission License Regulations
Only companies selected through competitive bidding or entities chosen by the government can apply for a license for interstate transmission of electricity. Distribution licensees and bulk consumers developing dedicated transmission lines are exempt from needing a license.
Clarification Issued on Solar Panel Requirements for Government Projects
This order establishes a list of approved solar photovoltaic modules and manufacturers for use in government and government-assisted projects. Projects where the final bid submission date was on or after April 10, 2021, must use solar modules from the approved list (List I).
CERC Notifies Annual Escalation Rates For Bid Evaluation And Payment Under Transmission Service Agreement
These rates will be used for determining payments for existing transmission services and for evaluating bids for new transmission projects based on older bidding documents. These rates are determined following the “Tariff-based Competitive Bidding Guidelines for Transmission Service” and relevant Ministry of Power guidelines.
Streamlining the Procedure for Transmission License Granting in Andhra Pradesh
In a bid to enhance efficiency and adapt to contemporary demands in the energy sector, the Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) has introduced a new framework for the issuance of transmission licenses.
Facilitating Competitive Transmission Tariffs: Andhra Pradesh’s New Regulatory Framework
In a bid to enhance competition and optimize transmission tariffs for the benefit of consumers, the Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) has introduced the Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (Threshold Limit for the Development of Intra-State Transmission Projects under Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding) Regulation 2024.
