The traditional electricity grid is gradually evolving to become smart, driven by growing digitalisation and the changing energy mix. The smart grid journey in India began in 2010 when the Ministry of Power (MoP) constituted […]
Smart metering is essentially the first step towards a smart grid. It involves not only the installation of smart meters but also the setting up of communication networks, control centres and data management systems. It […]
The increasing influx of renewables, greater variability in load and varied sources of generation have necessitated greater flexibility and automation in grid operations and stepping up the smart grid efforts for dynamic monitoring of grid […]
In 2017, the government announced its ambitious plan to shift to an all-electric car fleet by 2030. To this end, it is planning to invest Rs 1.8 trillion in electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. In the […]
Distributed generation, also known as on-site generation, distributed resources, distributed energy resources and dispersed power, is the use of small-scale power generation technologies located close to the load being served. Meanwhile, microgrids are groups of […]
With increased adoption of smart technologies in the country’s power sector, the need for cybersecurity has become paramount. To this end, the central government has been undertaking a number of initiatives to address the growing […]
Indian power utilities are increasingly getting smarter. Significant changes are being made in the control and communication architecture of power networks in order to ensure effective integration of the growing renewable energy capacity. As part […]
India’s commitment to its climate goals is reflected by the notable actions being taken for transition to a low-carbon economy. After announcing massive renewable energy targets, the country has set yet another ambitious target – […]
The government has announced an ambitious goal to switch to electric cars by 2030 and phase out diesel and petrol cars. Significant initiatives are being taken to achieve this objective, including the launch of the […]
Technology has transformed our way of life, and power grids are no exception. Smart grids combine information technology with power distribution to not only benefit our homes but also our community and the nation at […]
Digitalisation is a fast emerging trend in the power sector, driven by the need to introduce efficiency in grid operations and maintenance (O&M). In recent years, although automated systems have largely replaced conventional equipment in […]
Pollution levels in Delhi have assumed significant proportions over the past few years, resulting in very poor ambient air quality. The average PM (particulate matter) 2.5Â level has shown an increase from 153 in 2013 to […]
Smart grids fitted with advanced information and communications technology are enabling more dynamic, real-time flows of information on the network and greater interaction between suppliers and consumers. To this end, the Ministry of Power (MoP) […]
The power sector’s move towards smart grid practices has increased the adoption of various advanced information and operational technologies (IT and OT). On the other hand, this has led to the perpetration of cybercrime, […]
The Information Technology [IT] Act, 2008 defines cybersecurity as the protection of information, equipment, devices, computers, computer resources, communication devices and information stored therein from unauthorised access. Over the years, the risk of cyberattacks across […]
The Mysuru smart grid project, being implemented by the Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC), is one of the 14 pilot projects being implemented with financial support from the Ministry of Power (MoP). The project covers […]
Distribution utilities today need to meet power demand with efficiency and reliability. They need to address changing consumer demand at low cost and without losses, while maintaining power quality and availability. However, there are challenges […]
Realising the growing importance of smart grid technologies in the power sector, the Ministry of Power (MoP) constituted the India Smart Grid Task Force (ISGTF) and the India Smart Grid Forum in 2010. The former […]
With electric vehicles (EVs) forming a key component of the smart grid landscape being envisaged by policymakers, the transportation segment is gearing up for major changes. The segment currently accounts for nearly 72 per cent […]
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