Smart meters are becoming increasingly prominent in the power distribution segment owing to their ability to improve the operational and financial performance of utilities. In February 2023, the total number of smart meter installations in […]
Smart metering has shown unprecedented growth in the past few years. The technology has improved significantly and enhanced efficiency for power distribution companies. As per the National Smart Grid Mission dashboard, India’s smart meter installations […]
Metering, billing and collection are integral components of the power sector that have a significant impact on its efficiency, revenue collection and the overall consumer experience. The government’s Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), which has […]
The power distribution sector has been at the forefront of policy reforms aimed at ensuring the financial viability and sustainability of distribution utilities. The flagship Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), which focuses on improving the […]
The policy and regulatory developments in the past year demonstrate the government’s focus on integrating larger volumes of renewable energy sources and strengthening the distribution segment to improve end-user satisfaction. The country’s green energy commitment […]
The health of the power distribution segment remains critical as India seeks to achieve ambitious energy transition targets of expanding its renewable energy installed capacity. Despite significant progress, the power distribution segment in India faces […]
The Indian power sector is at the cusp of a new era, as renewable energy grows and the role of thermal power evolves to meet emerging requirements. Undoubtedly, thermal power remains imperative to meet the […]
Over the past year, major players in the power sector have made significant strides. They have signed MoUs and established joint venture (JV) entities to advance renewable energy projects, encompassing green hydrogen technologies, nuclear power […]
The operational performance of power utilities has improved over the past year. There has also been a notable increase in power demand, which is reflected in the increasing utilisation levels measured by the plant load […]
As India moves towards its renewable energy targets and climate change mitigation goals, the complexity of its power systems is increasing. The emergence of behind-the-meter load (including solar rooftop and battery energy storage systems [BESSs]), […]
Founded in 2009, Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) is promoted by the Ministry of Power as a joint venture of four PSUs – NTPC Limited, Power Finance Corporation Limited, REC Limited and Power Grid Corporation […]
In a key development, the Ministry of Power (MoP) has notified the Electricity (Amendment) Rules, 2022, bringing about several changes to the previous Electricity Rules, 2005. Significantly, the new rules permit distribution companies to automatically […]
India’s market for electric vehicles (EVs), as well as their charging infrastructure, is rapidly evolving and expanding. As per the dashboard of the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles in India (FAME)-II scheme, around […]
ELECRAMA, the flagship industry event organised by the Indian Electrical and Electronics Manufacturers Association (IEEMA), will be held on February 18-22, 2023, at Greater Noida. The event, themed “ReImagine Energy – For Sustainable Future”, will […]
India aims to develop 500 GW of installed renewable energy by 2030 with 420 GW of solar- and wind-based power, namely variable renewable energy (VRE). VRE-based capacity is an intermittent source of power; therefore, for […]
In recent years, the power distribution segment has witnessed an upsurge in the deployment of smart metering solutions, smart grid infrastructure and digital solutions to improve operational and financial performance. The Ministry of Power’s Revamped […]
Madhya Pradesh Paschim Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company Limited (MPPaKVVCL) is one of the three discoms in Madhya Pradesh, serving a consumer base of almost 5.79 million (as of March 2022). The company recorded energy sales […]
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