HPPCL Issues Procurement and Grievance Redressal Mechanism
The Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited on September 29th 2024 notified regarding the Procurement and Grievance Redressal Mechanism (PGRM) The following has been stated in detailed: Annexure 1: Form for Filing Procurement Grievances and Complaints https://www.legalitysimplified.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/HPPCL-1.pdf Annexure 2: Letter Template for Acknowledgement of Procurement Grievances of Procurement Grievances/ Complaints https://www.legalitysimplified.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/HPPCL-2.pdf Annexure 3: Format For Disclosure […]
New Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission (Prepaid Smart Metering)Regulations 2024
Prepaid Smart Metering Regulations, 2024 are designed to apply to all consumers and distribution licensees involved in electricity distribution and supply within Jharkhand.
CERC Issues Directives to Ensure Power Supply During Peak Demand Period
All SLDCs and RLDCs must submit details of their operational planning for October 2024, including resource adequacy assessments. Distribution companies can procure power from surplus or requisitioned capacity in other states during shortages. Generating companies should address technical issues to ensure maximum capacity on-bar.
CERC Proposes Changes to Electricity Trading Contracts
The commission proposes to review the continuation of Contingency Contracts in light of their performance and the introduction of alternative options like Real-Time Markets (RTM). Additionally, CERC also proposes to withdraw Intra-Day Contracts in all the Power Exchanges. Power exchanges will be required to offer pre-specified time slots for TAM contracts, including Base/RTC, Peak, Off-Peak, and Night. Stakeholders can submit their feedback on these drafts by November 4, 2024.
Guidelines for Installation and Operation of Battery Swapping and Charging Stations
The guidelines apply to providers of swappable batteries, as well as owners and operators of battery charging stations and battery swapping stations located anywhere in India. The guidelines apply to providers of swappable batteries, as well as owners and operators of battery charging stations and battery swapping stations located anywhere in India. Owners of battery charging stations or battery swapping stations can utilize their existing electricity connections for charging swappable batteries, with or without increasing the connected load.
Stakeholder Input Sought On Updates In Solar Water Pumping System Standards
Recognizing innovation in solar technology, the MNRE is seeking stakeholder input to revise Specifications of Solar Water Pumping Systems with Positive Displacement Pump and Specifications for SPV Water Pumping System with Micropumps.
MNRE Extends Deadline for Comments on ALMM for Solar PV Cells
It may be recalled that in an earlier notification dated September 7, 2024, the MNRE had sought feedback from stakeholders on the draft amendment to the ALMM order, specifically for including solar PV cells in the list. The initial deadline for submission of comments was fixed as October 6, 2024. The MNRE has extended the deadline until October 21, 2024.
Proposed Changes to Deviation Settlement Mechanism Open for Public Feedback
The draft amendments, titled Draft Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (Deviation Settlement Mechanism and Related Matters) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2024 aim to improve the functioning of the electricity market. All comments and suggestions must be submitted by November 1, 2024.
MNRE Seeks Public Input on Proposed Amendments to Offshore Wind Lease Rules
The draft amendment redefines the terms “Lease” and “Offshore Wind Energy Project”. It also proposes that the process for identifying suitable offshore areas and selecting lessees will be aligned with the National Offshore Wind Energy Policy.
Embracing Efficient Energy Use for a Brighter Durga Puja 2024
. Given the expected surge in power demand from festive lighting and decorations, the administration urges citizens and organizers to adopt energy-saving practices to maintain a stable power supply.
