Power Distribution in India
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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 under Saubhagya. Now, improving power quality (PQ) is the next policy priority for the country. “History was created […]
Distribution
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 climatic conditions, technological disruptions, consumer preferences, availability of alternative energy sources and state-specific policies. For instance, while policies […]
Distribution
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 framework and taken several other initiatives to create an e-mobility ecosystem in the country. The Department of Heavy […]
Cables and Conductors
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, the cables and conductors market has witnessed healthy growth backed by a rapid expansion of T&D lines to […]
Distribution
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). While the former refers to the users’ concern about the number of kilometers an EV will run, the […]
Cables and Conductors
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 of green energy corridors for integrating the increasing share of renewable energy into the grid has spurred demand […]
Distribution
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 expected to become a major manufacturing hub for batteries. According to IESA’s estimates, between 2018 and 2026, the […]
Cables and Conductors
Preventing Failures: Cable and conductor O&M through partial discharge measurement
Cables and conductors are among the most important components of a power transmission network. In the current scenario of increasing power demand, it is imperative to keep these components in good condition through better operations […]
Distribution
High Load Impact: Increased EV charging could pose demand challenges for discoms and the grid
The outlook for electric mobility in India has been becoming increasingly optimistic in recent years. Greater adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and the creation of supporting infrastructure come with their own set of challenges. To […]
Cables and Conductors
Specialised Cables: Segment-specific wiring needed for a robust network architecture
Cables and conductors form an integral part of an electrical network. The use of good quality cables that meet the specific needs and requirements of a particular electric network is essential to maintain a secure […]
Cables and Conductors
Reliable Supply: Utilities adopt underground cabling under IPDS for 24×7 power
Underground cabling plays a crucial role in providing 24×7 reliable power supply. It offers a host of benefits such as resilience in severe weather conditions, ease of network expansion in densely populated areas and protection […]
Emerging Trends in T&D
Smart Distribution: Key deployments, projects and future plans
The turnaround of the distribution segment hinges on the successful deployment of advanced technologies. In recent years, steps have been taken by the government to promote the use of information technology and operational technology under […]
Distribution
Prepayment Benefits: MoP advisory to SERCs spells good news for consumers
The Ministry of Power (MoP) has issued an advisory to regulators to lower electricity tariffs in case of advance payment by discoms for procuring power. The ministry has noted that in case of advance payment […]
Emerging Trends in T&D
“We will be focusing on the entire energy spectrum”: Interview with Anil Saboo
ELECRAMA, the flagship event organised by the Indian Electrical and Electronics Manufacturers’ Association (IEEMA), is a platform to connect the world with Indian industry in respect of technology, new trends and innovation for future energy […]
Emerging Trends in T&D
“Looking forward to new reforms to spur growth”: Interview with R.K. Chugh
Innovation and local R&D have the potential to make domestically manufactured electrical equipment globally acceptable and competitive. This is also being promoted under the government’s Make in India initiative. Besides, UDAY 2.0 and the new […]
Distribution
Surge Arrest: Deploying earthing and lightning protection systems to prevent equipment damage
The protection of electrical equipment and networks from the direct and indirect impact of lightning strikes is critical for ensuring a robust and efficient network. A direct lightning strike causes a jump in voltage at […]
Distribution
Better Supply: Utilities enhance focus on power quality
Indian power utilities have always focused on bridging the demand-supply gap and ensuring 24×7 power supply to all consumer categories, but the issue of power quality has never been a priority. Now, with the increasing […]
Distribution
Quality Standards: Need for uniform and comprehensive regulations across states
There has been a growing focus in recent times on ensuring quality of power supply. The increasing renewable energy integration into the grid and the accelerated uptake of non-linear loads have distorted unidirectional power flow, […]
Distribution
Safety First: Design and technology solutions for lightning protection
Earthing and lightning protection systems (LPSs) are used to protect buildings/structures from direct lightning strikes and possible heating effects as well as fires caused due to lightning currents. Typically, an LPS consists of an external […]