
R & M of Power Plants


Restoring Power: Relying on R&M/LE for increased output at TPPs
Renovation and modernisation (R&M), and life extension (LE) are cost-effective alternatives to improve the generation capacity of thermal power plants (TPPs), especially when asset life is nearing its time. A large number of thermal units, […]

Enhancing Capacity: Hydro R&M plans and strategies
A hydroelectric project (HEP) typically requires renovation and modernisation (R&M) after 30-35 years of operation. R&M is a cost-effective option for maintaining operational capacity after an old HEP reaches the end of its useful life. […]

A Growing Need: Case for R&M and LE of power plants
Renovation and modernisation (R&M) has been recognised as a cost-effective option for obtaining additional generation and better output from existing thermal power units. R&M can improve the performance, safety and reliability of units, help in […]

Growing Scope
The renovation and modernisation (R&M) of power plants is a promising solution to upgrade old units in order to increase generation, reduce emissions and enhance flexibility. A centrally sponsored scheme was launched in 1984 for […]

System Upgrade: R&M potential of TPPs
The R&M programme for thermal power plants (TPPs) has been in place for over 35 years now. The R&M of thermal power generating units is undertaken for operating units well equipped with modified and augmented […]

Hydro Makeover: Benefits and challenges of R&M at HEPs
Renovation and modernisation (R&M) of existing hydroelectric plants (HEPs) is a crucial activity that contributes to improving a dam’s generating potential and operational efficiency, cutting operations and maintenance expenses, improving flood control, and prolonging a […]


Wider Scope: R&M works improve TPP performance, and more
The renovation and modernisation (R&M) and life extension (LE) programme has been critical to thermal power plant (TPP) operations since its launch in 1984. While its initial objective was to economically increase generation to meet […]

Extended Life: Need for financial and policy support for upgrading hydro plants
Renovation and modernisation (R&M) of hydroelectric plants (HEPs) gives a new lease of life to operating units by modifying and equipping them with the latest technologies, components and systems with a view to improve their […]

Revising the Rules: CEA’s draft R&M/LE guidelines align with changing TPP requirements
Renovation and modernisation (R&M) and life extension (LE) works are cost-effective solutions for achieving improvements in operational performance and additional generation from existing units in a short period. The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has been […]

Advanced R&M: Stepping up efforts to reduce emissions and ensure flexible operation of TPPs
Renovation and modernisation (R&M) has many benefits. It is not limited to plant life extension, and may be undertaken even before plants have completed their useful life of 25 years. In addition to providing additional […]



New Life: Ongoing R&M and LE works to make existing plants flexible and cleaner
The programme for the renovation and modernisation (R&M) and life extension (LE) of power plants was initiated by the government in 1984. At the time, its main objective was to increase generation. Now, it focuses […]

Thermal R&M: Adapting to the changing energy scenario
The renovation and modernisation (R&M) programme for thermal power plants (TPPs) in India has been in place for over 35 years. Under R&M, the TPP units are equipped with the latest technologies to improve their […]

Hydro Upkeep: R&M of HEPs gathers steam
The renovation and mordernisation (R&M) of hydroelectric projects (HEPs) is one of the easiest, fastest and cost-effective ways to augment hydropower capacity in the country. Besides, R&M requires less investment and fewer clearances. Hydro power […]

Emission Control: Retrofitting could reduce the environmental impact of TPPs
The thermal power generation industry has been retrofitting thermal power plant (TPP) units with pollution control technologies in order to comply with the emission limits notified by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change […]