Optimum Ratios
Impact of coal blending on boiler performance
Coal blending is the uniform mixing of different coals in predetermined proportions. It is not confined to […]
August 2016
Optimum Ratios
Enhancing Performance
Deployment of technology solutions to maximise efficiency
Power plant performance optimisation is one of the key objectives for power plant owners. Improving boiler efficiency […]
Improvement Plan
Boiler monitoring and maintenance for smooth plant operations
Over the years, the demand for automated, high quality and greater efficiency boilers has significantly increased in […]
At the IEX and PXIL in July 2016
The electricity traded in the day-ahead market
The electricity traded in the day-ahead market at the IEX and PXIL in July 2016 was 3,580.52 […]
Ravi Kailas
Founder & Chairman, Mytrah Energy
As the founder and chairman of Mytrah Energy, Ravi Kailas’s focus is on pursuing innovative ways of […]
Rohit Kumar
Head of Indian Subcontinent, Renewable Energy Corporation (India)
As the Renewable Energy Corporation’s (REC) head of the Indian subcontinent, Rohit Kumar is responsible for building […]
Ravi Seth
Chief Financial Officer, ReNew Power Ventures Private Limited
The renewable power sector is a sunrise sector right now,” says Ravi Seth, chief financial officer (CFO), […]
Syed Bilal Basha
Director, Finance, Southern Power Distribution Company of Andhra Pradesh Limited
Accept what comes to you”, says Syed Bilal Basha, director, finance, Southern Power Distribution Company of Andhra […]
Prem Prakash Srivastava
CEO, PFC Consulting Limited and PFC Capital Advisory Services Limited
Prem Prakash Srivastava, chief executive officer of PFC Consulting Limited (PFCCL) and PFC Capital Advisory Services Limited […]
Boiler Technologies
Leading to higher fuel efficiency and lower emissions
In India, the majority of the installed capacity as well as generation is coal based. It is […]
Subdued Demand
Slowdown in thermal capacity additions affects the boiler market
The power sector has seen a number of reforms in the past one year, but the results […]
Increasing Efficiency
Distribution utilities adopt IT solutions in a big way
Power distribution utilities are significantly building additional layers of automation, communication and IT systems to achieve operational […]
Transmission Automation
IT and OT transform critical grid functions
Grid stability is one of the crucial concerns of power transmission companies. Information Technology (IT) and Operational […]
Merging Networks
Gencos aim to combine IT&OT for better communication
In recent years, the implementation of information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) networks has provided multiple […]
Beacon of Prosperity
PGVCL’s smart village pilot project generates all round positives
Rural infrastructure improvement has been the central component of Gujarat’s development agenda. The state takes pride in […]
Checking Cyberattacks
Crisis management plans aim to secure power systems
The Information Technology (IT) Act, 2008 defines cybersecurity as the protection of information, equipment, devices, computers, computer […]
Reliable Operations
URTDSM project to ensure better real-time monitoring of grid parameters
The transmission grid in India has witnessed significant changes such as grid integration, increasing renewable power generation […]
Managing Data
AMI and MDAS crucial for improving metering landscape
The metering landscape in India is fast evolving. Utilities have started deploying smarter meters, which can track […]
Rising Relevance
Cloud computing helps power utilities in storing and accessing data
Cloud computing is witnessing growing uptake across enterprises in various sectors. In simplest terms, cloud computing refers […]
Smart Grid Projects
Overview and current status
Smart grids play an important role in reducing aggregate technical and commercial losses, managing the power demand […]