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Karnataka High Court Quashes KERC's Captive Verification Procedure

The Karnataka High Court has set aside the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission's captive verification procedure, holding that the regulator's methodology for determining proportional consumption by group captive users was inconsistent with the Electricity Rules, 2005 and the Supreme Court's ruling in the Dakshin Gujarat case.

Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission | June 20, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 529

Resonia Sealed 400 kV Transmission Project from KERC to Boost Southern Grid

Resonia has secured a 400 kV ISTS project in Karnataka from the KERC, aimed at strengthening the Southern Grid and supporting the state’s growing electricity demand.

Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission | April 04, 2026 | By News Bureau | 867

Hygge Energy and Atria Renewable Partner to Accelerate Rooftop Solar and P2P Energy Trading in Bengaluru

Climate fintech firm Hygge Energy signs MoU with Atria Renewable to expand rooftop solar adoption and enable blockchain-based peer-to-peer energy trading in Karnataka.

Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission | March 11, 2026 | By News Bureau | 1164

KERC Plans Cross-Subsidy and Surcharge Cuts, Targets EV and Lift Irrigation Tariffs Among Others

KERC releases draft regulations to progressively reduce cross-subsidies in Karnataka power tariffs. EV charging stations and private lift irrigation see steep cuts, while other categories remain within ±20 percent threshold.

Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission | December 23, 2025 | By EI News Network | 1300

Karnataka High Court Strikes Down Central Government's GEOA Rules, Upholds State Commission's Authority

The Karnataka High Court struck down the Central Government's 2022 Green Energy Open Access Rules, affirming that only State Electricity Regulatory Commissions (SERCs) have the authority to regulate green energy access. It directed KERC to independently frame new regulations.

Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission | January 09, 2025 | By EI News Network | 2100

KERC Unveils Draft Ancillary Services Regulations to Enhance Grid Stability

The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has unveiled the Draft Ancillary Services Regulations, 2024, focusing on Secondary Reserve Ancillary Services (SRAS) to enhance grid stability, procurement processes, compensation structures, and performance evaluation.

Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission | January 07, 2025 | By EI News Network | 2031

KERC Proposes Amendments to Green Energy Open Access Regulations

KERC's draft amendments to Green Energy Open Access regulations aim to streamline processes, revise surcharge formulas, expand consumer definitions, and enhance energy banking, supporting Karnataka's renewable energy transition. Stakeholders invited for feedback by January 16, 2025.

Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission | January 03, 2025 | By EI News Network | 2545

KERC Issues Clarification on Transmission Charges for Wind-Solar Hybrid Power Plants

The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has clarified transmission charges for co-located wind-solar hybrid power plants. Charges for existing projects will be limited to the contracted capacity, while for new projects, charges will apply to the higher of the wind or solar installed capacity.

Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission | November 26, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 2162

KERC Introduces Draft Regulations for Rooftop Aero Turbine Installations

The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission has introduced draft regulations for Rooftop Aero Turbine plants with or without solar integration, enhancing energy efficiency, and promoting renewable energy adoption through flexible tariffs and financing options.

Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission | October 15, 2024 | By EI News Network | 1690

KERC Issues New Order on Net Metering for Solar Rooftop PV Systems

The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission has clarified net metering rules for solar rooftop systems, mandating ESCOMs to formalise transitions to gross metering through Supplemental Power Purchase Agreements.

Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission | September 13, 2024 | By EI News Network | 4833