Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure Grid Solution Delivers In Bihar

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Schneider Electric is partnering with South Bihar Power Distribution Company Ltd. (SBPDCL) to modernize the state’s power distribution network. This collaboration with an energy management and automation provider aims to deliver a reliable, and sustainable energy and digital solutions to the state.

The increasing energy demand in the state posed a major challenge for SBPDCL. Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure Grid solutions aims to overcome these obstacles, delivering monitoring capabilities and ensuring 24/7 operational uptime. The firm claims that the partnership has resulted in measurable benefits for SBPDCL, its consumers, and the state. Power reliability has increased by 90%, while energy consumption and cost savings have reached up to 80% and 60%, respectively. Furthermore, engineering cost and time optimization improved by 70%, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and driving cost-effectiveness.

Speaking on the partnership, Deepak Sharma, Zone President, Greater India, Schneider Electric and Maanaging Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officr (CEO), Schneider Electric India, said, “By leveraging our EcoStruxure Grid technology, we aim to create a future-ready power distribution system, contributing to South Bihar’s economic and infrastructural growth.”

Udai Singh, Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Schneider Electric Infrastructure Ltd and Vice President – Power Systems, Schneider Electric India, said “Our EcoStruxure Grid Solutions have successfully transformed SBPDCL’s power distribution network into a modern, efficient, and resilient system. By integrating advanced technologies like real-time monitoring, GIS-based network mapping, and automated fault detection, we have ensured a more reliable power supply for the people of South Bihar. This partnership not only addresses current energy challenges but also paves the way for a sustainable and future-ready energy ecosystem that supports the region’s growth.”

A spokesperson from SBPDCL commented, “With the growing energy demands in South Bihar, we needed a solution that not only ensured uninterrupted power distribution but also optimized our operational efficiency. Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure Grid solutions have enabled us to achieve these goals, benefiting both our consumers and the state.”

As part of the project, Schneider Electric established a Command-and-Control Center and Disaster Recovery Center, enabling real-time monitoring and decision-making to improve grid connectivity and reliability. The deployment included 305 Ring Main Units (RMUs) to enhance distribution power reliability and 550 Fault Passage Indicators (FPIs) on overhead lines to improve fault detection and response times.