CERC extends SCED pilot for ISGSs pan India till March 2020

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has extended the security-constrained economic despatch (SCED) pilot for interstate generating stations (ISGSs) pan India up to March 31, 2020. Power System Operation Corporation (POSOCO) Limited has been directed to implement the SCED pilot for the thermal ISGS willing to participate in the scheme for the period from October 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020. The net savings/ benefits after adjusting the compensation for part load operation of the generators will be shared among the beneficiaries and the participating generators. POSOCO has also been directed to apprise the commission periodically regarding the experience gained in the form of a detailed feedback report covering all the aspects.