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.
CEA Approves Two New Pumped Storage Projects in Maharashtra
CEA aims to approve at least two PSPs per month in 2024-25. The target for 2024-25 is to approve 15 PSPs with a combined capacity of 25,500 MW. CEA has also introduced an online portal, “Jalvi-store,” to streamline the processing of PSPs. Certain chapters of the DPRs have been eliminated to expedite the approval process.
New Nagaland Work-Charged and Casual Employees Regulation (First Amendment) Act, 2024
The new Act significant changes concerning the classification and treatment of certain employees within the Power Department and Public Health Engineering Department. Let’s delve into the details of this important legislative update.
August 2024 Escalation Rates For Imported Coal
The cost of imported coal has seen a slight decrease of 2.67%. However, the cost of transporting imported coal has increased by 3.43%. The cost of handling imported coal within India has also increased by 0.83%.
New Guidelines for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
The guidelines apply to manufacturers, owners, and operators of EV charging stations located in public, semi-public, and private areas. They also extend to power utilities and central and state agencies. These guidelines aim to promote the adoption of EVs by creating a robust and accessible charging network.
Key Updates from the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission: New Fees and Charges Regulations
The fee has been revised to 0.1 percent of the revenues generated from the wheeling and sale of electricity.
Empowerment Through Innovation: The Matsya Vahini Fish Kiosk Scheme
The Department of Fisheries, Goa issued the Eco-Friendly Movable Fish Kiosk Matsya Vahini – Three-Wheeler Scheme. It features electric, eco-friendly kiosks designed to ensure hygienic and efficient fish handling.
Public Input Sought on “Innovative Projects” Component of PM-Surya Ghar Yojana
The draft guidelines for the Innovative Projects component are available for review. Stakeholders can submit feedback electronically by September 23, 2024. This feedback shall be provided electronically to rts-mnre@gov.in and pmu-rts@gov.in
New Updates in Delhi’s Electricity Deviation Mechanism: DERC Issues New Order in Line with CERC 2024 Regulations
The Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) issued a significant order that aligns local electricity deviation settlement mechanisms with the recently updated Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) regulations.
CERC Publishes Timelines For Implementation Of DSM Regulations
The stipulation in DSM Regulations regarding charges for deviation by way of injection of infirm power will now come into effect on November 1, 2024. Until October 31, 2024, CERC’s Order dated February 6, 2023, on charges for deviation for injection of scheduled inform power will remain in operation. All other provisions of the DSM Regulations, 2024, have come into effect on September 16, 2024.
