India Finalises National Electricity Plan, Targets 458 GW Peak Demand by 2032

The Ministry of Power has finalised the National Electricity Plan for 2023-2032, outlining a budget of INR 9.15 lakh crore for significant infrastructure upgrades....

Policies & Regulations | September 26, 2024 | By EI News Network |  5355 readings

GERC Updates Rules for Wind-Solar Hybrid Projects to Enhance RE Viability

The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission has updated regulations for wind-solar hybrid projects, enabling connection transfers and facilitating investments,...

Policies & Regulations | September 25, 2024 | By EI News Network |  3174 readings

Verification of DCR Undertaking Must for Inspection Approval by Discoms in PM Surya Ghar Yojana: REC

REC, the nodal agency for the implementation of PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, has notified the Discoms about the new checklist for the approval of inspection...

Policies & Regulations | September 25, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  4042 readings

Chandigarh Homeowners Face Action for Failing to Install Rooftop Solar Systems

Over 4,000 homeowners with properties of 500 square yards or more in Chandigarh have received resumption notices for failing to comply with the mandate to install...

Policies & Regulations | September 24, 2024 | By EI News Network |  1976 readings

Residential Rooftop Solar Systems with Battery Storage and Hybrid Inverters Eligible for CFA: MNRE

The MNRE has clarified that rooftop solar systems with battery storage and hybrid inverters are eligible for CFA under the PM Surya Ghar scheme, and consumers...

Policies & Regulations | September 23, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  6023 readings

MERC Retains Proposed Increment in License Fees for Discoms in Maharashtra

Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission has decided to retain the proposed increment in the annual licence fees payable by distribution licensees from...

Policies & Regulations | September 20, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1918 readings

Rajasthan Approves Tariff for 208.91 MW Solar Projects to Aid Farmers

Rajasthan's JVVNL has secured approval for a levelised tariff for 208.91 MW solar projects under the PM KUSUM scheme. The initiative aims to provide affordable...

Policies & Regulations | September 19, 2024 | By EI News Network |  2319 readings

AERC Issues Draft Guidelines for Group and Virtual Net Metering of Renewable Energy

Assam Electricity Regulatory Commission has recently issued draft of the guidelines for group and virtual net metering of renewable energy and sought stakeholders’...

Policies & Regulations | September 18, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  2154 readings

Ministry of Power Notifies PM Surya Ghar Implementation Measures for DISCOMs

Ministry of Power recently notified new measures to be undertaken by DISCOMs for streamlining the implementation of PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.

Policies & Regulations | September 18, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1865 readings

MNRE Releases Draft Guidelines for Innovative Projects Component of PM Surya Ghar Yojana

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has recently released draft guidelines for the ‘Innovative Projects’ component of the PM Surya Ghar: Muft...

Policies & Regulations | September 17, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1827 readings