Electricity Distribution (Accounts and Additional Disclosure) Rules, 2024
The Government of India has introduced new regulations for electricity distribution companies, aiming to improve transparency and financial accountability. The rules clarify the recognition of revenue and income, ensuring that only tariff-approved items can be recognized as revenue. They mandate specific provisioning requirements for trade receivables from different customer categories, with higher provisions for overdue payments.
September 2024 Escalation Rates For Imported Coal
The cost of imported coal has seen a decrease to 0.24%. The cost of transporting imported coal has also decreased by 2.15%. The cost of handling imported coal within India has increased to 0.61%.
Central Electricity Authority Seeks Input on Renewable Energy Capacity Credit Calculations
The paper, published in line with the Ministry of Power’s Resource Adequacy framework guidelines, emphasizes the importance of accurate capacity credit calculations for grid stability and future energy planning. The paper aims to establish a standardized approach for utilities to assess the capacity credit of their renewable energy resources.
Staff Paper On Modifications In The General Network Access Regulations
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has invited comments from stakeholders on a proposed Staff Paper outlining potential modifications to the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (Connectivity and General Network Access to the inter-State Transmission System) Regulations, 2022 (GNA Regulations). Stakeholders can submit their comments and suggestions on the Staff Paper by November 11, 2024, via email to secy@cercind.gov.in and shilpa@cercind.gov.in.
Government Launches New Solar Power Scheme for Tribal and PVTG Communities
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued an order on the financial outlay and funds for the implementation of the new solar power scheme specifically designed for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG) habitations and villages. The government has approved a total financial outlay of Rs. 915 crore for the scheme. The funds will be allocated from the Department of Alternative and New Energy (DAPST) of the MNRE.
India Sanctioned Three Pilot Projects for Hydrogen in Steel Production
As part of the National Green Hydrogen Mission, the Union Government has sanctioned three pilot projects to explore the use of hydrogen in steel production. These projects aim to identify advanced technologies and assess the feasibility of incorporating green hydrogen into steelmaking processes.
Government Expands Budgetary Support for Hydropower Projects
The scheme now includes support for the construction of transmission lines, ropeways, railway sidings, and communication infrastructure in addition to roads and bridges. The scheme applies to hydropower projects with a capacity of more than 25 MW, including private sector projects and pumped storage projects.
MNRE Releases Updated List of Approved Solar PV Modules
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has released Revision XXI of the Approved Models and Manufacturers of Solar Photovoltaic Modules (ALMM) Order List-1. This revision includes a list of solar PV modules and manufacturers that meet the latest eligibility criteria for enlistment under the ALMM Order.
MNRE Clarifies ALMM Order Applicability for Open Access and Net-Metering
The MNRE has clarified that the the Approved Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) Order for solar photovoltaic (PV) modules does not apply to open access and net-metering renewable energy projects where the initial application for approval or NOC was submitted before October 1, 2022. This exemption applies to applications made to relevant entities such as distribution licensees, State Transmission Utilities (STUs), State Load Despatch Centers (SLDCs), State Nodal Agencies for Renewable Energy, or Power/ Energy/ Renewable Energy Departments of the State/ UT.
Solar Thermal Systems, Devices and Components (Quality Control) Order, 2024
The Government of India has introduced new regulations for solar thermal systems, devices, and components. Products must bear the Standard Mark issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under Scheme-I of the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. The BIS is responsible for certifying and enforcing compliance with the standards.
