Distribution Modernisation
Focus on smart meter deployment
Smart meter adoption is an integral part of the modernisation efforts in the power distribution segment. Smart […]
Distribution
Distribution Modernisation
Smart Solutions
Intelligent systems helping discoms transform data into actionable insights
Power distribution utilities are increasingly adopting new and advanced technologies to improve operations. For equipment such as […]
Policy Measures
Draft Electricity (Amendment) Bill seeks to usher in significant reforms
The distribution segment continues to be the weakest link in the power sector. The poor financial and […]
Making Progress
Some headway under government distribution programmes
Over the past few years, the central government has launched a number of schemes for improving the […]
Modernising Distribution
Progress in smart metering implementation
The adoption of smart meters is an essential requirement for modernising the power distribution infrastructure. Smart meters […]
Smart Grid Update
Government initiatives lead to increasing deployment
Utilities across the world are focusing on digitalisation and automation through smart grid technologies to facilitate modernised […]
When the Lights Went Off
POSOCO successfully manages the load during the nine-minute event on April 5
Amidst the Covid-19 nationwide lockdown, the prime minister of India appealed to the citizens of India to […]
Emerging Trends
Utilities adopt technologies to convert data into actionable insights
In the distribution segment, utilities are embracing new technologies driven by the need to lower losses, ensure […]
Limited Private Play
DF model yet to gain traction
The distribution franchise (DF) model is slowly gaining prominence in the power sector as the government is […]
Well Begun, But Half Done
Draft electricity amendment bill needs to cover more ground
By Dr Atul Agrawal, Research Officer, CERC On April 17, 2020, the Ministry of Power issued […]
Load Implications
Change in electricity demand and consumption patterns amidst lockdown
By DrBalasubramanian S., Researcher, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore The 21-day lockdown (Phase I) announced by the […]
Next Big Priority
Power quality takes centre stage in India
India has made significant progress in achieving electrification, ensuring surplus power and providing energy access to households […]
Demand Dynamics
CEA releases forecasts for long-term electricity requirement
A host of macroeconomic factors affect electricity demand apart from economic growth, development and urbanisation. These include […]
Green Mobility
Tracking EV policies and programmes
In view of the growing environmental concerns associated with fuel-based mobility, the government has developed a policy […]
Strong Demand
T&D to drive growth of the cables and conductors industry
Cables and conductors are vital components of transmission and distribution (T&D) networks. Over the past few years, […]
Scaling Up
Public and private sectors take steps to expand EV charging facilities
Range anxiety and charge anxiety are amongst the biggest roadblocks to the adoption of electric vehicles (EV). […]
Improved Designs
Emerging technology trends in cables and conductors
The ceation of high voltage long distance corridors to deliver electricity to high-demand regions and the development […]
Raising the Range
Technology innovations to increase the energy density of EV batteries
In line with the target of deploying 30 per cent electric vehicles (EVs) by 2030, India is […]