The Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) has notified the draft DERC (Terms and Conditions for Green Energy Open Access) Regulations, 2024.
These regulations are designed to ensure non-discriminatory green energy open access (GEOA) through the intra-state transmission systems (InSTS) and the distribution networks of state licensees, including those related to inter-state electricity transmission. The draft specifies the method for calculating open access charges and banking charges for green energy consumers. To be eligible, consumers must have a contracted demand or sanctioned load of minimum 100 kW. There are no capacity limitations for establishing renewable energy projects for captive use. The regulations mandate that consumers install suitable energy meters for energy accounting and ensure they have no outstanding dues with the relevant licensees. The duration of the consumer’s usage of the InSTS and/or distribution system determines the category of consumers requesting open access. This includes (long-term – between 7 years and 25 years, medium-term – between three months to five years, short-term – for a month). Long-term access will be provided based on the transmission planning criteria and distribution planning code specified in the state grid code. While, requests for short- and medium-term access shall be granted if they can be met by making use of power flow variations, spare transmission and distribution system capacity, and inherent design margins intended for future load expansion.
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