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CERC Proposes New Transmission Charge Waiver Framework for Renewable Energy and BESS

CERC has proposed retaining ISTS charge waivers for eligible renewable energy projects delayed solely due to non-availability of the inter-state transmission system, while extending waiver benefits to eligible co-located renewable energy and battery energy storage system projects and introducing reforms to support renewable energy integration.

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission | August 01, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 410

CERC Introduces Four-Option Framework for RE Projects with Unsigned PPAs Under GNA Connectivity

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission has introduced a one-time regulatory framework allowing renewable energy developers with connectivity granted against LoAs, but without signed Power Purchase Agreements, to retain, modify, surrender or substitute their connectivity under the GNA Regulations.

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission | July 13, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 707

CERC Approves Alignment of IEX Green Contracts with MoP’s RCO Framework

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission has approved the Indian Energy Exchange’s proposal to revise its Green Contracts framework in line with the Ministry of Power’s Renewable Consumption Obligation framework and subsequent amendments. The minimum bid volume for all green contracts has been reduced to 100 kW from 220 kW.

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission | May 28, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1477

CERC Clears India's First Shared 500 MW Pumped Storage Project with Key Deviations

CERC clears India's First shared 500 MW pumped storage project, approving key deviations for Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh procurement.

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission | May 08, 2026 | By EI News Network | 926

CERC Notifies Rules for Carbon Credit Certificates Trading Under CCTS

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission has notified the 2026 regulations governing the trading of Carbon Credit Certificates, establishing a formal market framework under India’s Carbon Credit Trading Scheme 2023.

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission | May 05, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1428

KP Energy Secures Inter-State Electricity Trading Licence from CERC

KP Energy has received a Category V inter-state electricity trading licence from the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission, allowing it to undertake power trading across state boundaries and participate in national power markets.

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission | April 24, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 811

KPI Green Energy Secures Inter-State Power Trading Licence from CERC to Enable Nationwide Trading

KPI Green Energy has received a Category IV inter-state power trading licence from the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), authorising it to trade electricity across state boundaries.

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission | April 17, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 922

CERC Amends REC Rules, Introduces VPPA Framework and Revises REC Multipliers

CERC amends REC rules, introduces VPPAs and revises multipliers for advanced renewable energy technologies.

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission | April 08, 2026 | By EI News Network | 1697

CERC Notifies Phased ‘X’ Factor Reduction for Wind and Solar, Tightens Deviation Bands from April 2026

CERC has notified a phased trajectory for the ‘X’ factor under DSM Regulations, tightening deviation norms for wind and solar generators from April 1, 2026. While the value of ‘X’ reduces from 100 percent in FY27 to zero percent from 2031, deviation tolerance has been reduced to ±5 percent for solar/hybrid and ±10 percent for wind.

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission | April 01, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 2634

CERC Grants One-Month Extension to TEQ Green for Commissioning of 10.8 MW Wind Capacity, Condones Delay

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) allowed TEQ Green Power XI a one-month extension for infirm power injection, condoning filing delay and enabling commissioning of remaining 10.8 MW wind capacity.

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission | March 26, 2026 | By EI News Network | 1015

Articles

What Does APTEL’s Ruling on Market Coupling Mean for India’s Power Market Design?

India’s electricity markets are now central to capital allocation across generation, storage and trading. Liquidity depth in the Day-Ahead Market, robustness of price discovery, and predictability of regulatory design influence financing assump...

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission | February 19, 2026 | By News Bureau

CERC Directs Grid-India to Implement Shadow Pilot for Coupling Term Ahead Market

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has taken a decisive step towards market coupling with an aim to harmonise price discovery across India’s power exchanges. By its Order dated July 23, 2025 in Petition No. 8/SM/2025, CERC dir...

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission | November 06, 2025 | By News Bureau