PM-Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan Renamed as Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan
The solar power scheme, implemented under the DA JGUA, aims to provide solar energy solutions to tribal and PVTG habitations/villages, thereby improving their quality of life and reducing their dependence on traditional energy sources.
Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) Issues Draft Fee Regulations for 2024
KERC issues the Draft Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (Fee) Regulations, 2024
Public Hearing on Electricity Transmission Charges and Losses Announced
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has invited stakeholders to participate in a public hearing on the proposed amendments to regulations governing the sharing of interstate transmission charges and losses. This hearing will take place on December 11, 2024 at 10:30am online through video conferencing.
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.
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).
NPC Approves Uniform Protection Protocol for Indian Grid Users
The Protocol applies to all Regional entities, State/Central/Private Generating Companies/ Generating Stations, SLDCs, RLDCs, CTU, STUs, Transmission Licensees and RPCs, connected to the grid at or above 220 kV (132 kV for the North-Eastern Region). The protocol addresses protection requirements for various power system components, including thermal and hydro power plants, renewable energy sources, battery energy storage systems, substations, transmission lines, and HVDC terminals.
CERC Extends Deadline for Feedback on Inter-State Transmission Charge Regulations
It may be recalled that CERC had originally fixed the deadline for receiving comments on this draft as November 11, 2024. CERC has now decided to grant an extension in this deadlines till November 25, 2024. The CERC has granted this extension in response to requests from stakeholders who require more time to review the draft regulations and provide their feedback.
CERC Proposes New Regulations for Carbon Credit Trading
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has proposed new regulations to govern the purchase and sale of Carbon Credit Certificates (CCCs) in India. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency will categorize CCCs for obligated and non-obligated entities seeking to comply with or offset their carbon footprint. CCCs will be traded on power exchanges, with specific rules for eligibility, price discovery, and registry interaction requiring CERC approval.
CERC Extends Deadline for Comments and Organizes Workshop on GNA Regulations
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has extended the deadline for stakeholders to submit comments and suggestions on the “Staff Paper on Modifications in the GNA Regulations.” The new deadline is December 2, 2024. Additionally, CERC will also be having an interactive session to facilitate better understanding on the issues arising from these modifications on November 19, 2024.
Central Electricity Authority Seeks Comments on Revised Type Test Guidelines for Power Equipment
The draft revised guidelines seek to stablish a consistent approach to type test periodicity for all power equipment across the sector. Additionally, they aim to define the effective date for type tests applicable to various equipment categories.
