New Payment App
The delay in payments by distribution utilities has been an issue of concern for generation companies for […]
Distribution
New Payment App
Plugging In
New pilot scheme to spur power procurement
Green shoots in power procurement seem to be finally emerging. In 2017-18, the pan-Indian demand by state […]
Meter Testing
Key to ensuring reliability and accuracy
Meter testing is required to assess the quality of meters installed in the field. It is undertaken […]
Generation Scenarios
MoP releases report on optimal energy mix
The power generation sector in India is at a crossroads given the country’s increased focus on providing […]
Lending Clarity
Government ends the ambiguity on EV charging infrastructure
In recent times, there has been a lot of focus on e-mobility, and its implications on the […]
Reliable Supply
Technological solutions to mitigate power quality issues
With increasing renewable energy penetration, rural household electrification and proliferation of electric vehicles, power quality is likely […]
Setting Standards
Need for uniform regulations to improve power quality
With the increasing use of electrical equipment, discoms need to focus not only on the quantum of […]
Impact of Renewables
Grid stability and power quality concerns
The share of renewable energy in the overall power mix has increased dramatically over the last decade. […]
Charging Conundrum
Impact of electric vehicles on power quality
As part of its global climate change commitments, India has pledged to significantly reduce its carbon footprint. […]
Smart Meter Roll-out
Expected to pick up pace after a slow start
Smart metering is essentially the first step towards a smart grid. It involves not only the installation […]
Paying Up
MoP considers a penalty for unwarranted load shedding
Reiterating the government’s commitment to providing 24×7 power supply by March 2019, the power minister, in a […]
Regulatory Constraints
FoR makes recommendations on easing open access
While the Electricity Act, 2003 allows open access to facilitate competitive sale and purchase of power, its […]
Retail Choice
Government seeks to separate carriage and content in distribution
The distribution segment is one of the most important yet among the weakest links in the electricity […]
Big Goals
Update on Saubhagya implementation
The Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana (Saubhagya) was launched on September 25, 2017, with the […]
Growth Opportunity
Government programmes drive demand for cables and conductors
There is a growing emphasis on developing a robust transmission and distribution (T&D) network in the country […]
Analysing Tariffs
Key trends in retail electricity prices
By Dr U.R. Prasad, Deputy Chief (Economics), Central Electricity Regulatory Commission The Electricity Act, 2003, the National […]
Saubhagya Promise
Government looks to connect the last mile
In order to fulfil the target of “Power for All” by March 2019, the prime minister announced […]
Views of Rajasthan Energy Department’s Sanjay Malhotra
“We aim to provide reliable, cost-effective power”
Over the years, the need for a stable and reliable grid has been emphasised time and again. […]