Power Ministry Issues Order Extending ISTS Benefits to BESS, Pumped Storage Projects Updated On Thu, Nov 25th, 2021 by Saurenergy In an order dated November 23, the Ministry of Power of the Government of India has notified key changes to its existing orders allowing waiver of ISTS (Inter State Transmission Charges) on Wind and Solar Sources. In the latest version, for Wind, Solar, Hydro PSP (Pumped Storage Projects) and BESS projects commissioned upto 30.06.2025, the […] Read more
Proposed Amendment by Power Ministry To Power Corporate and Industrial RE Development Updated On Mon, Nov 1st, 2021 by Saurenergy With 4 stakeholder consultations already held, the proposal by the power ministry to amend the Energy Conservation Act, 2001 is moving ahead. The amendments will have the twin objectives of enhancing demand for renewable energy at the end- use sectors such as Industry, buildings, transport etc, and also support the climate goals commitments of the […] Read more
State Energy Efficiency Index ’20 Out: #1 Karnataka; #2 Rajasthan Updated On Thu, Oct 28th, 2021 by Saurenergy Karnataka has ranked no. 1 on the State Energy Efficiency Index (SEEI) 2020 as a result of undertaking various initiatives to upscale energy efficiency in the state, beyond notifications of relevant regulations, said the Ministry of Power. In SEEI 2020, 36 states and union territories have been assessed. Based on their efforts and achievements, states have […] Read more
Ministry of Power Notifications for Change in Law, Curtailment of ‘Must Run’ Plants Welcome Updated On Wed, Oct 27th, 2021 by Saurenergy In two separate notifications, the Ministry of Power has issued notifications for both compensation in case of a change in law event, and for curtailment of power from Must Run power plants. The rules will have significant impact for renewable energy producers, thanks to the must run status they enjoy, besides the many disputes linked […] Read more
Power Trading Gets a Fillip With SC Judgement On CERC, SEBI Jurisdiction On Electricity Contracts Updated On Thu, Oct 7th, 2021 by Saurenergy A key power sector reform which was held up due to the jurisdiction issues between SEBI and CERC has finally been resolved. On 06.10.2021, the long pending matter between SEBI and CERC regarding regulatory jurisdiction of Electricity Derivatives has finally got resolved with the Hon’ble Supreme Court favorably disposing of the matter in terms of […] Read more
India and US Agree on Further Climate Agreements Updated On Mon, Sep 13th, 2021 by Saurenergy Union Power Minister R. K. Singh met a delegation led by Mr. John Kerry, U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, today to discuss further collaboration on climate change issues to pave the way for the impending energy transition. Mr. Alok Kumar, Secretary Ministry of Power, and other senior officials from the ministry were also present. […] Read more
Draft Open Access Norms Can be a Tailwind for New RE Projects: CRISIL Updated On Fri, Sep 3rd, 2021 by Saurenergy The Draft Electricity (promoting renewable energy through Green Energy Open Access) Rules, 2021, announced by the Ministry of Power, if implemented as is, could improve the certainty of cash flows for new renewable energy projects coming up through this route, finds CRISIL ratings. In India, power distribution happens through three modes – state distribution companies, […] Read more
Ministry Of Power Contests Fears Of 90K crore Discom Losses in FY 21 Updated On Wed, Aug 18th, 2021 by Saurenergy The Ministry of power (MoP) challenges the concerns of 90K Crore Discom Losses Fy21. The Distribution Sector in India is termed as the most important, but also the weakest link in the Power Sector value chain. However, the Sector is also witnessing tell-tale signs of improvement in performance and increase in efficiencies due to a […] Read more
MoP Issues Draft Electricity Rules 2021 for Green Energy Updated On Tue, Aug 17th, 2021 by Saurenergy The Ministry of Power has released the “Draft Electricity (promoting renewable energy through Green Energy Open Access) Rules, 2021,” seeking comments from stakeholders within 30 days. The draft rules can be accessed here. These rules are proposed for the purchase and consumption of green energy, including the energy from ‘Waste-to-Energy’ plants. The draft rules address […] Read more
