The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has notified CERC (Connectivity and General Network Access to the inter-State Transmission System) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2024.
As per the notification, the changes aim to streamline the process and encourage the integration of renewable energy. The amendment regulations, introduce a new category for entities authorised to procure renewable energy for their own consumption or resale. The regulations also stipulate that minor deficiencies in applications will be communicated within 10 working days, allowing for quicker corrections. Additionally, a new minimum capacity requirement of 25 MW now applies to applicants in the North Eastern Region and Sikkim.
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