New Amendments to SLDC Regulations
These amendments are designed to update various aspects of the regulations governing the State Load Despatch Centre (SLDC).
New Updates to Short Term Open Access Regulations by HPERC
The Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (Short Term Open Access) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2024.These changes aim to update and streamline the fee structures associated with short-term open access in the state’s electricity sector.
New Regulations for Consumer Grievances Redressal in Goa and UTs
The Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) has announced the Consumer Grievances Redressal Forum and Ombudsman Regulations, 2024, which supersedes the 2019 regulations. Under these new guidelines, every distribution licensee must establish a grievance redressal forum within six months of receiving their license.
Enhancing Karnataka’s Energy Distribution: Smart Module Integration for Digital Meters
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has introduced guidelines to upgrade existing digital/static energy meters with smart modules, optimizing their functionality and extending their usefulness.
Central Electricity Authority Urges Compliance with Latest Standards
The CEA has emphasized the importance of adhering to the latest versions of relevant standards, such as IS, IEC or other standards, including amendments, to ensure compliance and maintain safety standards. The CEA has urged all stakeholders to review and adopt the latest versions of relevant standards. This will help ensure consistency, safety, and efficiency in the power sector.
Electricity Deviation Settlement Mechanism Regulations, 2024
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (Deviation Settlement Mechanism and Related Matters) Regulations, 2024, aim to establish a commercial mechanism for penalizing grid users who deviate from their scheduled electricity consumption or generation. These regulations will apply to all grid-connected regional entities and those involved in inter-state electricity trade.
Government Clarifies Applicability of Amended Wind Power Project Guidelines
The Office Memorandum clarifies that that the amendments introduced on July 4, 2024 to the guidelines for onshore wind power projects, will only apply to wind power projects that are registered with State nodal agencies (SNAs) after that date or after the date notified by the respective State Governments. This ensures a smooth transition for ongoing projects and provides developers with clarity on the regulatory framework applicable to their initiatives.
Draft Tariff Based Competitive Bidding Guidelines For Pumped Storage Plants
The Ministry of Power (MoP) has invited public comments on draft guidelines for the procurement of storage capacity and stored energy from Pumped Storage Plants (PSPs) through competitive bidding. These guidelines aim to promote the development of PSPs and create a transparent framework for their integration into the national power grid.
Three New Portals Launched In The Power Sector
The launch of the three online portals; DRIPS, PROMPT, and JAL VIDYUT DPR is intended to enable transparent, coordinated, and effective working of the power sector in the country. Speaking at the launch, the Minister emphasized the crucial role of electricity in driving India’s economic growth and highlighted the urgent need for timely completion of ongoing thermal power projects.
New Compendium of CEA Regulations Launched for Power Sector
The Union Minister of Power and Housing and Urban Affairs has launched a compendium of regulations notified by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) under the Electricity Act, 2003. This compilation serves as a resource for all stakeholders in the power sector, providing a centralized and accessible reference for compliance.
