Revised Tariff Norms
In December 2018, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) released the draft Terms and Conditions of Tariff […]
Regulation
Revised Tariff Norms
Improved Penalty Mechanism
CERC’s amendment to DSM regulations links deviation charges to DAM
In line with the changing market scenario, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), in November 2018, notified […]
Streamlining the Merit Order
POSOCO releases consultation paper on optimal utilisation of ISGS capacity
In September 2018, the Power System Corporation of India (POSOCO) published a consultation paper on “Security Constrained […]
Power Quality Regulations
FoR report takes a comprehensive look at key issues
Power quality refers to both the extent of deviation or distortion in pure supply waveform and continuity […]
Towards Market Maturity
CERC paper proposes redesigning the ancillary services mechanism
In September 2018, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) published a discussion paper on “Re-designing Ancillary Services […]
Move to Fast Markets
In July 2018, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) passed a landmark order on “Pilot Project on […]
Promoting Uptake
Regulators’ role in addressing smart metering challenges
Power utilities across the country are undertaking the large-scale adoption of smart meters in their distribution areas […]
Preparing the Ground
CERC releases consultation paper on regulations for the next tariff period
In May 2018, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) released a consultation paper on the terms and […]
Weighing the Risks
FoR report analyses the competitive bidding scenario
It has been nearly a decade since the power sector shifted to the market-driven competitive bidding regime […]
Inching Towards 50Hz
CERC report suggests tighter frequency controls
The Indian power sector has been witnessing several changes in the past few years – a change […]
Capturing Market Realities
Indian power system operators are facing the challenge of rapidly integrating a large quantum of infirm renewable […]
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 […]
Honouring PPAs
APERC disallows withdrawal of 41 wind contracts
Bringing relief to wind power developers in the state, the Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) has […]
Introducing GNA
CERC notifies draft regulations for a new transmission planning approach
A number of sector developments including the increasing focus on renewable energy, the slowdown in the signing […]
Revised Norms
CEA notifies new methodology for coal stock monitoring
The monitoring of coal supply to thermal power plants (TPPs) is crucial to identify the plants facing […]
Automatic Generation Control
An important step forward in operationalising reserves
India has come a long way from the power shortage situation in the past to the current […]
A Facilitative Role
FOLD-POSOCO report emphasises the need for optimising hydro
With an ambitious target of 175 GW of renewable power by 2022, the need for reliable and […]
Powering Reforms
Policy and regulatory initiatives aimed at meeting emerging needs
Over the past one year, the Ministry of Power (MoP) has made several efforts to meet its […]
Changing Needs
TSERC’s initiatives to create a supportive regulatory environment
A strong regulatory framework is the key to attracting and retaining investment in a state. In Telangana, […]
“Telangana has turned power surplus”
Interview with Ismail Ali Khan, Chairman, TSERC
How does TSERC ensure integrated planning of the generation, transmission and distribution companies in the state? In […]