CERC Amends Consultant Appointment Rules, Prioritizing Expertise and Performance
The regulations now explicitly allow the CERC to engage “Academic and Research Institutions/Organizations” as consultants. A new provision for “Single Source Selection” has been introduced for specific circumstances. This allows the CERC to directly appoint a consultant without competitive bidding.
Central Electricity Authority Updates Manual on Transmission Planning Criteria
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has issued an updated version of the “Manual on Transmission Planning Criteria, 2023” which includes Amendment-I. This manual outlines the planning philosophy and technical guidelines for developing a reliable and efficient electricity transmission system in India.
Public Input Sought on Proposed Changes to Cross-Border Electricity Trade Regulations
This draft revision aims to refine the existing regulations governing cross-border electricity trade in India. The draft is titled the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (Cross Border Trade of Electricity) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2024. Submissions are due by January 31, 2025. Comments can be sent via email to secy@cercind.gov.in and shilpa@cercind.gov.in.
Public Consultation Invited on Alternative Mechanism for Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge (FFPAS) Charges
A fixed “Base Fuel and Power Price Adjustment Surcharge” (Base FPPAS) would be collected from consumers along with their monthly electricity bills. The State Electricity Regulatory Commission (SERC) would determine the Base FPPAS as a percentage of the monthly average billing rate. This percentage would be based on the average FPPAS of the past three years and the DISCOM’s proposal for the current year.
JSERC’s New Fees, Fines & Charges Regulations: What You Need to Know
Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission (JSERC) introduced the Fees, Fines & Charges Regulations, 2024
JSERC (Conduct of Business) Regulations, 2024: Key Updates and Insights
Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission (JSERC) introduced the JSERC (Conduct of Business) Regulations, 2024.
JSERC Introduces Resource Adequacy Framework for Jharkhand’s Power Sector
Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission (JSERC) unveiled the Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission (Framework for Resource Adequacy) Regulations, 2024.
JSERC Introduces Amendments to Rooftop Solar PV Regulations in Jharkhand
The JSERC issued JSERC (Rooftop Solar PV Grid Interactive System and Net/ Gross Metering) (Fifth Amendment) Regulations, 2024.
Government of Tamil Nadu Issues New Amendment to Electricity Restructuring and Transfer Scheme, 2024
Government of Tamil Nadu issued a notification regarding amendments to the Tamil Nadu Electricity Restructuring and Transfer Scheme, 2024
Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission Announces Draft Amendment to Green Energy Open Access Regulations
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission issued Draft KERC (Terms and Conditions for Green Energy Open Access) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2024
