Climate Finance: BNEF’s report on global energy transition investment trends
Financing clean energy initiatives is pivotal to advancing the shift towards sustainable and renewable energy sources. Effective financing strategies that support research and development efforts and facilitate the roll-out of renewable energy technologies are essential […]
Financial Briefs: India and overseas
Powergrid to raise Rs 12 billion via bonds Power Grid Corporation of India Limited’s (Powergrid) board has approved a proposal to raise up to Rs 12 billion through bond issuance. The committee of directors for […]
Dealing with Insolvency: IBC’s impact and role in the resolution process
Aakanksha Joshi (Partner), and Pranaav Gupta (Associate), Economic Laws Practice, Advocates and Solicitors Prior to the enactment of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC), the issues surrounding insolvency and debt resolution were governed by […]
Scope for Hope: Power distribution segment performance and outlook
The power distribution segment has seen improvements in operational and financial performance in the past one year or so, marked by reductions in AT&C losses and the ACS-ARR gap. These improvements indicate that the slew […]
Impetus to Growth: Industry reactions to interim budget 2024-25
The interim budget for 2024-25 has been largely welcomed by the power industry for its nuanced approach to sustainable growth. The budget includes the announcement of key measures aimed at achieving net zero by 2070. […]
Charting the Course: Outlook for offshore wind development in India
India’s offshore wind power segment has had a bit of a late start compared to other leading global renewable energy markets. Despite the government’s introduction of various policy interventions, including an offshore wind development trajectory, […]
A Growing Market: Energy-efficient motors gain traction
Electric motors and motor-driven systems account for approximately 70 per cent of the electricity utilised by industries. According to the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) Energy Efficiency 2022 report, as of 2022, 57 countries had established […]
Maximising Energy Efficiency: Leveraging cogeneration and trigeneration solutions to optimise consumption
Thermal power plants (TPPs) are major contributors to India’s electricity supply. However, the conventional method of power generation and delivery exhibits considerable inefficiency, with only a third of the primary energy input translating into usable […]
Energy Strategies for Net Zero: C&I sector explores carbon-neutralising mechanisms
The industrial sector, accounting for a third of the aggregate carbon emissions, is undergoing rapid development in India. As urbanisation and the expansion of the manufacturing and infrastructure sectors continue, the contribution of industries to […]
Gautam Solar:Continued focus on innovation and expansion
Established in 1998 in New Delhi by B.K. Mohanka, Gautam Solar has witnessed impressive growth, establishing itself as one of the leading solar manufacturing companies of India. Affected by the pollution issues in Delhi, Mohanka […]
“GETCO has an ambitious roadmap for the future”: Views of Upendra Pande
At Power Line’s 17th annual conference on “Power Transmission in India”, Upendra Pande, managing director, Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation Limited (GETCO), talked about the current state of the transmission sector in Gujarat. He expressed his […]
SJVN Limited: Ambitious plans in the renewable energy space
With a proven track record and ambitious vision, SJVN Limited is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the energy sector. SJVN has a substantial energy portfolio totalling approximately 55.81 GW […]
Evolving Grid: Role of digital substations, SCADA and WAMS technologies in transmission
The Indian power grid is becoming increasingly complex owing to the integration of large-scale renewables, growth in decentralised generation, penetration of electric vehicles and rise in digital loads. This necessitates electric utilities to take steps […]
Digital Transformation: Smart metering programme gains traction across the country
Smart meters are becoming increasingly prominent in the power distribution segment, owing to their ability to improve the operational and financial performance of the utilities. As of February 2023, the total number of smart meter […]
Automating the System: Update on smart grid projects
A smart grid is an electric grid equipped with automation, communication and information technology systems that can monitor power flow from the points of generation to the points of consumption, and control it or curtail […]
Interview with Rajesh Dangi: “Delhi continues to make strides in integrating renewable energy”
In recent years, Delhi’s power sector has made notable strides across multiple fronts, showcasing improvements in reliability, AT&C loss reduction, renewable energy integration, consumer satisfaction and financial viability. Investments in infrastructure upgrades, coupled with policy […]
Power Play: CERC issues order on a shadow pilot model for market coupling
On February 6, 2024, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) issued a suo moto order directing Grid India to implement a shadow pilot model for the coupling of power markets. The proposed shadow pilot seeks […]
RoE Adjustments: Key highlights of CERC’s draft tariff regulations
Initiating the regulatory process for tariff determination for the next control period, apex regulator, Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), recently issued the draft tariff regulations for the period April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2029. […]
Upward Trend: Cable and conductor market overview
Cables and conductors stand as integral components within the power transmission and distribution (T&D) network. The cables industry, following the downturn owing to the Covid-19 pandemic, is now gaining momentum, primarily fuelled by the growth […]
Optimising Power Flow: Emerging cable and conductor technologies
The increasing demands for energy can be met through advanced power cables and conductors. The cable and conductor markets are witnessing innovation in technologies that can withstand high temperatures and achieve seamless high voltage power […]
Need for Reconductoring: CEA paper identifies key considerations and challenges
In order to adapt to the evolving power demand and generation dynamics, there is a need to expand and strengthen the transmission system. This includes constructing new transmission lines and substations, and enhancing existing transmission […]
Powering turbines with superior lubrication solutions
Gas and steam turbines are key contributors to India’s power sector These systems require use of superior lubrication solutions to reduce downtime and ensure continuous performance Solutions like the Mobil DTE™ 700 Geared Series lubricants […]
ELECRAMA 2023: Views of Industry Leaders
ELECRAMA, the flagship industry event organised by the Indian Electrical and Electronics Manufacturers Association (IEEMA), was held on February 18-22, 2023, at Greater Noida. The event, themed “ReImagine Energy – For a Sustainable Future”, showcased […]
ABLOY for trust in Electric Power
Growing GDP of every nation leads to demand for various critical infrastructure resources and power happens to be one of them. Indian power sector is facing two major challenges such as uncertainty in fuel supply […]
Power Generation: Distribution utility performance
Total power generation stood at 132.7 BUs in December 2023. At around 44.7 BUs and 36.6 BUs, the central and private sectors respectively accounted for the major share in conventional power generation. Meanwhile, renewable energy […]
Power Trading
At the Indian Energy Exchange, Power Exchange India Limited and Hindustan Power Exchange in December 2023 The electricity traded in the day-ahead market in December 2023 was 4,757.55 MUs at the IEX, 3.3 MUs at […]
Power Trading: At the Indian Energy Exchange, Power Exchange India Limited and Hindustan Power Exchange in November 2023
The electricity traded in the day-ahead market in November 2023 was 5,196.15 MUs at the IEX, 3.12 MUs at PXIL and 2.15 MUs at the HPX. The average market clearing price range was Rs 2.70 […]
Power Generation: Total power generation in January 2024
The total power generation stood at 144.06 BUs in January 2024. At around 47.91 BUs and 40.23 BUs, the central and private sectors respectively accounted for the major share in conventional power generation. Meanwhile, renewable […]
Key Statistics: Generation mix over the last decade
Power Trading: At the Indian Energy Exchange, Power Exchange India Limited and Hindustan Power Exchange in February 2024
The electricity traded in the day-ahead market in February 2024 was 4,742.28 MUs at the IEX, 4.36 MUs at PXIL and HPX. The average market clearing price range was Rs 3.72 per unit to Rs […]
