Aiming for a Step Change
Sector tackles new goals, and old problems too
The government began its new term on the front foot, raising the bar on the goals to […]
Specials
Aiming for a Step Change
Energy Remix
Equations change as renewables’ share increases
In the past couple of years, renewable energy capacity has increased rapidly to occupy a sizeable portion […]
Distribution 2.0
Comprehensive reforms package in the works
The power ministry is preparing to launch the next set of reforms for the distribution segment. Over […]
Glimmer of Hope
Hydro gets some deserved attention
The flexibility offered by hydropower plants has significant value for secure and reliable operation of the grid, […]
Optimal Despatch
SCED pilot facilitates cost savings based on merit order
The Security Constrained Economic Despatch (SCED), which facilitates the supply of cheaper electricity based on merit order, has […]
Switching to Batteries
Increased focus on energy storage, EVs and charging infrastructure
As power systems transition to sustainable energy sources, two key technologies that are expected to gain traction […]
Generation Review
A slew of measures to ease stress in coal-based plants
The conventional power generation segment continues to be the mainstay of the power sector, accounting for over […]
Transmission Trends
Strengthening the grid to support renewable integration
The Indian electricity transmission segment has been constantly evolving in line with the increasing power demand and […]
Distribution Overview
Focused efforts pay off, but more remains to be done
The distribution segment has reported mixed performance over the past year with near 100 per cent electrification […]
Big Moves, Bigger Challenges
Can renewables overcome the prevailing uncertainty?
India’s renewable energy sector has come a long way over the past decade with the government and […]
Rise in Trading
Moving towards a more vibrant short-term market
In 2018-19, around 100.84 BUs of electricity was traded by trading licensees through bilateral transactions and power […]
Ringing in Reforms
Key policy and regulatory decisions in the past year
The past year was marked by key policy and regulatory developments across various segments in the power […]
Payment Cover
Letter of credit provides financial assurance to gencos
In a major positive for the power generation segment, the new letter of credit (LC) mechanism has […]
Energy Shift
CEA draft report highlights major changes in the power landscape
The power sector is evolving rapidly with renewables replacing thermal power across the world. A sharp reduction […]
Coal Play
Efforts to increase coal output continue
In the past couple of years, the central government has undertaken a number of initiatives to augment […]
Turning to Renewables
Australia transitions to a more diverse energy mix
Australia has been witnessing a transition towards clean energy sources. The country’s electricity generation is evolving from […]
Forward Looking
Setting the course for growth
The government is readying a slew of reforms for the power sector as it begins its new […]
New Model
NTPC, Powergrid form a pan-Indian discom to aid distribution reforms
Power sector behemoths Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (Powergrid) and NTPC Limited have come together to […]
Technology Transition
Regulatory challenges for smart metering
In the past decade or so, metering has witnessed the deployment of various technologies. Prior to 2006, […]
Strong Offshore Winds
Developing countries present a huge untapped potential
Offshore wind power is emerging as the most rapidly developing source of clean energy globally, with increasing […]