New Regulations for Fees and Charges of Regional Load Despatch Centres
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has issued new regulations governing fees and charges levied by Regional Load Despatch Centres (RLDCs) in India. These regulations are effective from the date of publication and will apply for a control period from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2029.
CERC Seeks Public Input on Renewable Energy Tariffs
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) is inviting comments from stakeholders on its proposal for determining generic tariffs for renewable energy projects in India. CERC proposes to determine the generic tariff for the first year of the control period, i.e. July 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. It has therefore published a proposal to the general public.
June 2024 Escalation Rates For Imported Coal
The cost of imported coal has seen a slight increase of 1.68%. However, the cost of transporting imported coal has decreased by 4.78%. The cost of handling imported coal within India has remained unchanged,
New Regulations for Renewable Energy Tariff Determination in India
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has issued new regulations for determining tariffs for grid-connected renewable energy projects commissioned between July 1, 2024, and March 31, 2027. The regulations outline specific criteria for different renewable energy project types, including wind, solar, biomass, and hybrid projects.
Proposed Revision Of Coal Plant Emission Control Compensation Mechanism
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) is proposing revisions to the compensation mechanism for coal-based power plants installing emission control systems. The revisions are based on aspects of recovery of depreciation. operation & maintenance expenses, cost of debt & equity of emission control system and interim relief in the form of provisional tariff.
Deadline Extended for Comments on Imported Coal Escalation Rate Methodology
CERC issued a public notice on May 24, 2024, seeking stakeholder feedback on the proposed shift from bi-annual to monthly escalation rates for imported coal. The initial deadline for comments was June 24, 2024. Recognizing the need for wider participation, CERC has extended the deadline for submissions until July 8, 2024.
CERC Conditions For Grant Of Transmission Licence Regulations, 2024
Only entities selected through competitive bidding or chosen by the government for specific projects can apply for a license for inter-state transmission of electricity. Distribution licensees and bulk consumers developing dedicated lines are exempt from seeking such licences. Licensees are prohibited from engaging in electricity trading.
CERC Connectivity and General Network Access To Inter-State Transmission System (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2024
The amendment regulations introduce a new category for entities authorized to procure renewable energy for their own consumption or for resale. They also now provide that minor deficiencies in applications will be intimated within 10 working days, allowing for faster corrections.
Draft CERC Indian Electricity Grid Code (First Amendment) Regulations, 2024
The draft amendments inter-alia provide that generating stations other than Renewable Energy Generating Stations (REGS) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) cannot inject infirm power for more than one year from the date they first synchronize with the grid. The CERC is inviting comments, suggestions, and objections from stakeholders and interested individuals on the proposed amendments. Submissions must be received by July 15, 2024.
CERC Issues Renewable Energy Tariff Regulations, 2024
The regulations address over-generation, tariff design, and financial principles for cost and return calculations. They also require developers to recover statutory charges and allow for deviations, regulation relaxation, and implementation issue resolution.
