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West Bengal shifts RTM volume to DAM today- TEMP

1. Despite rains in various parts, West Bengal has added 14 MU to its DAM drawls. It has redRead more >>

Madhya Pradesh Outlines Procedure to Verify Captive Power Project Compliance

The Madhya Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (MPERC) has issued a detailed procedure to verify
captive generating projects and user compliance Read more >>

NLC India plans to invest Rs 24,000 crore in renewable energy projects by 2030: CMD M
Prasanna Kumar
State-owned miner Neyveli Lignite Corporation (NLC India) is planning to invest a whopping Rs 75,000 crore by
2030 across mining, power generation, an Read more >>

India's wind power capacity soars 165% in Q2 2023

In the second quarter [Q2] of the calendar year 2023, India added 1,139.5 MW of wind generating capacity, a
165% year-over-year gain. Installations i Read more >>

Universal Transformers Bags 22.5 MW of Floating Solar Projects in West Bengal

Indore-based Universal Transformers, a provider of electrical and automation solutions, has bagged the
engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC Read more >>

Saatvik Green Energy Secures India’s Largest 12 MW Rooftop Solar EPC Project for
Prominent Steel Conglomerate
Saatvik Green Energy India’s Top Solar Module manufacturer and Solar EPC service provider has been awarded
12 MW India’s largest Rooftop S Read more >>

Fourth Partner Energy Commissions 70 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Project in Gujarat

Renewable energy solutions platform, Fourth Partner Energy today announced the commissioning of its wind-solar
hybrid project in Gondal, Gujarat. This Read more >>

Central Regulatory denies relinquishment of 96 MW LTOA to Madhya Bharat Power

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission has rejected Madhya Bharat Power Corporation Limited’s plea
seeking relinquishment of the LTOA of Read more >>

CERC disposes of NHPC’s review petition concerning Dhauliganga Power Station as non-
maintainable
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission has rejected NHPC Limited’s plea seeking review in the matter of
revision of tariff for the period Read more >>

KREDL issues O&M tender for multiple Wind Power Projects

Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Limited has issued Operation & Maintenance tender for the following
Wind Power Plants, under two cover syst Read more >>

POSOCO issues draft procedure for carrying out interconnection studies of new systems
NLDC proposed a draft procedure for Carrying Out Interconnection Studies of New Power System Elements in
accordance with IEGC, 2023. LDCs (NLDC/RLDC/ Read more >>

APTEL stays MERC's tariff schedule of FY 2023-24 for Tata power

At least 7.5 lakh consumers of Tata Power in Mumbai will get 25-35 % lower electricity bills than what they are
paying now because of an interim order Read more >>

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Coal-based power plants in the Delhi-NCR region have to mandatorily use a minimum of 5 per cent blend of pellets
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BYD plans USD 1 bn investment for EVs and batteries in India

Chinese automotive company Build Your Dreams (BYD) had submitted a $ 1-billion investment proposal to
construct electric cars and batteries in India. Read more >>

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India plans to launch a programme to bolster coal and lignite gasification projects in the country, as part of its
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West Bengal shifts RTM volume to DAM today- TEMP

1. Despite rains in various parts, West Bengal has added 14 MU to its DAM drawls. It has reduced its RTM
drawls for the day vs yesterday

2. With a unit at IL&FS reviving from a technical outage, TN's LT drawls have gone up by 11 MU. At the
same time, the state has reduced its drawls from other contracts have come down.

3. Andhra Pradesh has brought down its regional drawls by 7 MU with an 800 MW unit at Krishnapatnam
TPP reviving earlier.

4. Gujarat has dropped 9 MU from its DAM drawls. Wind generation has increased by almost 15 MU in the
last two days

5. Haryana has dropped its DAM injections by 6 MU and overall drawls by 2 MU with rains expected to
maintain cooler weathers

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Madhya Pradesh Outlines Procedure to Verify Captive Power

Project Compliance

The Madhya Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (MPERC) has issued a detailed procedure to verify captive
generating projects and user compliance per the Electricity Rules, 2005 provisions.

The procedure will be applicable for the financial year (FY) 2023-24.

The Madhya Pradesh Power Transmission Company (MPPTCL) will be the designated authority to determine the
captive status of the captive generating projects and captive users.

The general provisions for verifying the compliance of captive generating projects with the regulations of the Electricity
Rules, 2005, are mentioned below:

Throughout the year, the captive user must maintain ownership of the generating project or unit designated for captive
use at a minimum of 26% with voting rights. Additionally, they must consume no less than 51% of the electricity
generated annually.

If there are multiple captive users, they must collectively hold a minimum of 26% of the paid-up equity share capital with
voting rights for the entire year. They must consume electricity generated by the captive project in proportion to their
respective shares, ensuring that their consumption remains at least 51% of the total electricity generated, with a
permissible variation of not more than 10%. The proportionality test will be applied to the net 51% of aggregate
generation and not to any consumption exceeding this amount by a captive user.

In the scenario where the generating project is owned by a special purpose vehicle (SPV) company and consists of
multiple generating units, the captive user must collectively hold a minimum of 26% of the proportionate paid-up equity
share capital with voting rights. They must consume at least 51% of the electricity generated annually for their captive
use throughout the year. The user is required to annually consume a minimum of a net 51% of the energy generated
specifically by the identified generating unit for captive use, not considering the entire generating project’s output.

The same holds true if the generating project is owned by a company that is not an SPV.

In the case of a cooperative society, the members should collectively satisfy at least 26% of the ownership throughout
the year and collectively consume not less than 51% of the energy generated on an annual basis.

If there is a change in ownership structure, the adjustment in shareholding to maintain a minimum ownership of 26%
throughout the year should be carried out. However, such changes in shareholding must be communicated to both the
distribution company (DISCOM) and the designated authority within 15 days of the occurrence. If the change is not
communicated within the specified period, The designated authority may conduct verifications in case of failure to do
so.

The guidelines for verifying captive power projects in Madhya Pradesh are in sharp contrast to the notification issued
by the Ministry of Power, which clarified that each captive power user, even in a group captive structure of open
access, must now hold a minimum ownership of 26%.

Determination of gross net generation

The net energy generated from the unit identified for captive use should be the gross energy generated from the unit
minus the aggregate auxiliary consumption during the 15-minute time block. The net energy generation in all the time
blocks of the year should be grossed up to determine the gross net generation of the captive unit.

When it comes to open access, the energy consumption by the captive user should be determined based on the lower
value between two options: the net energy generated by the captive generating project or the actual or scheduled
energy drawn through open access in 15-minute time blocks.

The applicant should submit the details of actual generation from the power project, auxiliary consumption, and the
actual consumption made by the captive user annually.

Also, the period of year should be as defined in the MPERC (Verification of Captive Generating Projects and Captive
Users) Regulations, 2023, for determining the captive status of the captive users.

However, in the first year of declaring the project under captive status, the start date for determining the project’s
generation under captive status should be considered as the commencement date of open access. The period of the
year should be calculated on a pro-rata basis.

If the shareholding pattern remains unchanged throughout the year, the verification of the consumption criteria, which
includes consuming not less than 51% of the aggregate electricity generated and the test of proportionate
consumption, should be conducted for the entire year. It is important to note that if the shareholding pattern changes
during the year, the verification of the consumption criteria should be based on the energy generated and consumed
during the corresponding period, taking into account the revised shareholding pattern.

Metering

Each captive generating project must install a dedicated special energy meter to accurately record the gross generation
and auxiliary consumption. They must also have an automatic meter reading facility to transmit ABT meter data
separately to the state load dispatch center (SLDC) and the DISCOM as per the specifications mentioned in the
Madhya Pradesh Electricity Grid Code (Revision-II) 2019 and the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) (Installation and
Operation of Meters) Regulations, 2006.

Each captive generating project should also establish a real-time data communication system to telemeter power
system parameters such as flow, voltages, and switch statuses per the guidelines provided by the SLDC.

In the case of a co-located captive generating project that sells power through bilateral transactions to third-party
consumers, it is necessary to arrange separate metering systems for both generation and self-consumption within the
same premises.

Revocation of captive status

If the captive generating project or the captive user fails to meet the ownership and consumption criteria by the end of
the year, as mentioned in Rule 3 of Electricity Rule 2005, their captive status for that specific year will be revoked.
Consequently, they will be subject to the imposition of a cross-subsidy surcharge, additional surcharge, and any other
relevant charges applicable to open access consumers and non-captive generating projects during that year.

In the event of failure to maintain captive status, the DISCOM has the authority to issue a demand for the applicable
cross-subsidy surcharge, additional surcharge, and all other relevant charges for each month. Additionally, a delayed
payment surcharge at a rate of 1.25% per month will be added from the due date of the demand.

If the DISCOM does not receive payment, they may discontinue open access under captive use after giving the
consumer a 15-day advance notice. This action does not affect the DISCOM’s right to recover the outstanding charges
in accordance with applicable laws.

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NLC India plans to invest Rs 24,000 crore in renewable energy

projects by 2030: CMD M Prasanna Kumar

State-owned miner Neyveli Lignite Corporation (NLC India) is planning to invest a whopping Rs 75,000 crore by 2030
across mining, power generation, and new energy businesses including Green Hydrogen, Chairman and Managing
Director M Prasanna Kumar told ETEnergyworld in an excusive interview. Edited excerpts..

As a major mining company looking at expanding operations, what are the key focus areas of growth planning?

NLC India is the oldest energy company of the country. Its core business is lignite production and lignite-based power
generation. Our initial operations were present only in Tamilnadu but now we are present across states. We diversified
into coal mining and coal-based power generation earlier and have also forayed into renewables and other businesses.
NLCIL is the first CPSU in the country to reach 1 GW renewable energy capacity and we want to add more and more
renewables. We are known for eco-friendly operations. Our lignite capacity currently stands at 30 MT of which we
produce 25 MT annually. We also have coal-based capacity from the Talabira mine of 20 MT and our target for the
current fiscal is 12 MT from that.

Which are the key projects where investment plan is focused for the current financial year?

Our Ghatampur Thermal Power Plant with 3 units of 660 MW capacity is on the verge of completion. This will be
commissioned before March 2024. We recently awarded 300 MW solar capacity in Barsingsar, Rajasthan. That work is
in progress and the target for completion is in the current financial year. In addition, we are working on some innovative
projects like Lignite-to-Methanol. For that, the tendering stage is on and we hope to finalise the award by October. Also,
We have a coal block in Jharkhand where we plan to start the production by January 2024.

What are your plans on the new energy front, and specifically for Green Hydrogen?

We want to aggressively enter into the Green Hydrogen business. We are planning to complete a pilot project on Green
Hydrogen production in the Neyveli area which will use 4 MW renewable energy capacity. The tender document for the
project, for procurement of electrolysers, is in final shape. Once that is over we will award the project by October and
complete the project at the earliest. Organisations which are operating thermal power stations, like NLC, already have
the experience of Hydrogen generation and handling, as Hydrogen is already being used in Generator for cooling
purposes. We can use the Green Hydrogen produced in this pilot in our thermal power plant in the initial stages till the
marketing line up is set up. We want to aggressively enter into the Green Hydrogen market but the strategy will depend
on the outcome of this pilot project.

What is the long term investment roadmap worked out by NLC India for the growth and expansion you have talked
about?

Currently, we have 1,371 MW solar power capacity and around 50 MW of wind energy capacity. So, our total RE
capacity is 1,421 MW. We have already awarded 300 MW capacity RE projects and the work on them is in progress.
Our target is to have RE capacity of over 6,000 MW by 2030. For that we require around Rs 24,000 crore. Also, we
want to be a 11 GW thermal and lignite-based power company by 2030. The Talabira TPP with ultra supercritical boilers
of 2,400 MW capacity is being planned near Talabira mine in Odisha. It is in the tendering stage and we are hopeful
that by Oct-Nov we will be able to finalise the contract and work will be started. We also have a plan to set up a 1,320
MW power plant near Neyveli. That will be the first supercritical lignite-based power station of the country. We are
hopeful that by December we will be able to award the project and start the work. Other than this, we also have a
Lignite-to-Methanol project with a budget estimate of almost Rs 4,500 crore being planned. So, our total capex
requirement is around Rs 75,000 crore by 2030.

How would you comment on the SIGHT scheme launched by the government for production of electrolysers and green
hydrogen?

At present, the cost of production of Green Hydrogen is not competitive with other types of Hydrogen. So, the
incentivisation of Hydrogen developers is very important to compete with grey and black hydrogen. So, the policy is
aimed at favoring public and private sector companies to go into hydrogen capacity addition, production and marketing.
This is a welcome step.

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India's wind power capacity soars 165% in Q2 2023

In the second quarter [Q2] of the calendar year 2023, India added 1,139.5 MW of wind generating capacity, a 165%
year-over-year gain.

Installations increased by 54% from 737.85 MW in Q1 2023 quarter over quarter.

Government enabling measures, such as the introduction of the Renewable Purchase Obligations trajectory until 2029–
2030, helped to grow installations.

The trajectory stipulates that wind projects started after March 31, 2022 must be able to satisfy wind RPO.

The amount of total energy consumption that can be sourced from solar and wind projects with storage has also been
determined by the government.

The 107 MW project by Apraava Energy in Gujarat, the 103 MW project by JSW Energy in Tamil Nadu, the 62 MW
project by Adani Green Energy, and the 55 MW project by Alfanar in Gujarat are just a few of the significant wind
projects that were commissioned during the quarters.

The expansion in installations is also aided by the increase of hybrid projects around the nation. Gujarat has the most
wind installations, making about 24.9% of the nation's capacity. With a share of 23.2%, Tamil Nadu dropped to the
second position.

Rajasthan ranked fourth with 11.9% of the overall wind capacity, while Karnataka came in third with installations
accounting for 12.1% of the total wind capacity during the quarter.

With about 11.6% of the total wind capacity, Maharashtra was in fifth place, ahead of Andhra Pradesh (9.4%) and
Madhya Pradesh (6.5%).

A 50 GW bidding calendar for renewable energy projects, including at least 10 GW of wind tenders, has also been
released by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.

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Universal Transformers Bags 22.5 MW of Floating Solar Projects

in West Bengal

Indore-based Universal Transformers, a provider of electrical and automation solutions, has bagged the engineering,
procurement, and construction (EPC) contract in the West Bengal Power Development Corporation’s (WBPDCL)
auction to set up 22.5 MW of grid-connected floating solar projects at the Bakreswar, Santhaldih, and Sagardidhi
thermal power plants.

Of the total capacity, a 10 MW floating solar project will be developed at Bakreswar thermal power plant, while 7.5 MW
and 5 MW will be developed at Santhaldih and Sagardidhi thermal plants, respectively.

The successful bidder must also take care of the project’s operation and maintenance (O&M) for five years.

10 MW Floating Solar Project

The total contract value approved by WBPDCL to install and commission the 10 MW floating power project at the
Bakreswar thermal power plant is INR 594.59 million (~USD 7.24 million).

The net minimum guaranteed generation for the first year after the commissioning of the project should be 16.39 MU,
reducing at a rate of 0.7% per year for the subsequent years.

7.5 MW Floating Solar Project

The total contract value approved by WBPDCL to install and commission the 7.5 MW floating solar project at the
Santhaldih thermal power plant is INR 445.94 million (~USD 5.43 million).

The net minimum guaranteed generation for the first year should be 12.5 MU, reducing at a rate of 0.7% per year for
the subsequent years.

5 MW Floating Solar Project

The total contract value approved by WBPDCL to install and commission the 5 MW floating solar project at the
Sagardidhi thermal power plant is INR 297.29 million (~USD 3.62 million).

The net minimum guaranteed generation for the first year should be 7.6 MU, reducing at a rate of 0.7% per year for the
subsequent years.

The tender was first floated in December 2021. However, it was retendered in March 2023.

Universal Transformers must commission the projects within 12 months of receiving the letter of award for Bakreshwar
and Santhaldih and within ten months for Sagardidhi. After commissioning these projects, the successful bidders must
provide comprehensive operation and maintenance services for five years.

Within 15 days from the issuance of the letter of award, the company must furnish an amount equivalent to 3% of the
contract value as a contract performance guarantee for each of the three contracts.

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Saatvik Green Energy Secures India’s Largest 12 MW Rooftop

Solar EPC Project for Prominent Steel Conglomerate

Saatvik Green Energy India’s Top Solar Module manufacturer and Solar EPC service provider has been awarded 12
MW India’s largest Rooftop Solar EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) project for a renowned Steel
conglomerate in Orissa. India’s largest rooftop project will be executed on an area of 25522sq.mtr where Saatvik will
install Mono Perc -545 Wp panels for this marquee project.

By installing a 12 MW rooftop solar project, the steel conglomerate can generate a substantial amount of clean and
renewable energy, thereby reducing its carbon footprint and dependence on non-renewable energy sources. With this
mega installation Steel giant will be able to reduce 9600 Metric Tons of CO2 emissions per year. This achievement
signifies a significant step towards promoting renewable energy and sustainability in the country’s industrial sector
stated Saatvik officials.

Mr. Prashant Mathur C.E.O Saatvik Green Energy Pvt. Ltd. stated that Saatvik Green Energy’s expertise and
successful bid for this project demonstrate our capabilities in executing large-scale solar installations. This project will
not only contributes to India’s renewable energy targets but also sets an example for other industries to adopt
sustainable practices and invest in clean energy solutions.

Saatvik Green Energy delivers renewable energy to its clients by establishing both on-site (rooftop, ground-mounted &
floating) solar projects and off-site solar energy facilities. The company also manufactures premium quality ALMM
Approved solar PV modules best suited for commercial, residential, and utility projects.
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Fourth Partner Energy Commissions 70 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid

Project in Gujarat

Renewable energy solutions platform, Fourth Partner Energy today announced the commissioning of its wind-solar
hybrid project in Gondal, Gujarat. This 70 MW project marks 4PEL’s foray into hybrid renewable energy solutions and
will supply clean energy to companies like Filatex, Linde, Nexus Malls (a Blackstone Group Co.), Deccan Chemicals
and other marquee clients.

Executed in under ten months, the 70 MW plant will generate nearly 163 mn units of clean energy annually, while
cutting carbon emissions by over 1.5 lakh tons. This project comprises of 14 wind turbines supplied and erected by GE.

Announcing the commissioning of this project, Karan Chadha, Head of Business Development at Fourth Partner
Energy highlighted that combining solar and wind power results in improving predictability of energy supply and a
higher utilisation of evacuation & distribution infrastructure, “This is the first of many hybrid projects in the pipeline for
4PEL as it helps us deliver maximum green power to our clients at highest cost-savings per unit. We will soon
commission projects across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra. The C&I renewables market in India is set to
grow by over 45 GW in the next 5 years and 4PEL is committed to meeting that demand by offering the entire suite of
integrated RE solutions.” He added, “Today’s corporate client wants to maximise renewables consumption: while hybrid
projects can deliver a Capacity Utilisation Factor (CUF) of nearly 60% compared to standalone wind or solar projects at
20-30%, further combining hybrid with BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) can take that to 80%. These are the
customisations we deliver to our customers, not just in Gujarat but pan-India.”

Through the said plant, 4PEL is supplying 10.8 MW of hybrid, clean energy to Filatex, a polyester yarn manufacturer.
“Reducing the carbon footprint at our Dahej & Dadra facilities has always been top priority for Filatex. Through this
collaboration with Fourth Partner, we will look to procure nearly 50 mn units of green power annually, at cost-savings of
nearly INR 10 Cr per year. 4PEL’s execution expertise alongside delivering the project in a timely manner despite
various challenges, sets them apart as market leaders. We look forward to a long-term partnership with their robust
team,” said Madhu Sudhan Bhageria, CMD, Filatex.

Project Finance

The project finance for this hybrid plant has been funded by Aseem Infrastructure Finance, which is backed by NIIF
(National Investment and Infrastructure Fund). Aseem Infra has provided a customized debt solution of up to Rs 300 Cr
to meet the specific needs of the project. Speaking about the investment, Virender Pankaj, CEO of Aseem Infra said,
“We take immense pleasure in supporting this project of Fourth Partner Energy, which will deliver clean and affordable
electricity to Gujarat’s corporate sector. Aseem is always looking to back transformative infra projects as is
reflected in our high-quality asset book. Our relationship with Fourth Partner Energy is an on-going one as their impact-
driven, energy transition assets fit right in with Aseem’s vision of developing a futuristic, green India.”

4PEL Portfolio

With an installed portfolio of 1.3 GW of solar and wind assets, Fourth Partner Energy is targeting a 3 GW portfolio
across India and Southeast Asia by 2025. “For off-site renewables, our focus is currently across Karnataka, Tamil
Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra and Gujarat. We believe the Centre’s waiver of transmission charges for renewables
project under ISTS (Inter State Transmission System) will be a gamechanger and are currently constructing a 600 MW
project in Karnataka under this mechanism. We also continue to remain bullish on the distributed solar segment across
India and our international markets,” added Karan Chadha.

Fourth Partner Energy is currently backed by Norfund and TPG’s RISE Fund.

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Central Regulatory denies relinquishment of 96 MW LTOA to

Madhya Bharat Power

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission has rejected Madhya Bharat Power Corporation Limited’s plea seeking
relinquishment of the LTOA of 96 MW granted to it without any liability.

MBPCL submitted that they planned to set up a 96 MW (2x48) Hydro Electric Power Plant in Rongnichu, Sikkim.
PGCIL, on 26.05.2009, granted LTA, for a period of 25 years from the date of commencement of open access, for 96
MW. A BPTA dated 24.02.2010 was then executed by MBPCL between 7 DICs and PGCIL.

The scheduled dates of commissioning of Unit 1 and Unit 2 of the Project were tentatively September, 2014 and
October, 2014, respectively.

MBPCL was informed that its LTA would be operationalized w.e.f. 1.1.2019 and further they should open an LC of
Rs.5.6 crores towards payment security for monthly transmission charges under its LTA.

On 08.01.2019, MBPCL offered to relinquish the LTA, which was accepted by PGCIL, and subsequently, relinquishment
charges of Rs 21.83 Crore, on MBPCL, were calculated.

MBPCL submitted that they were constrained to relinquish the LTOA due to the following force majeure events: two
major earthquakes of magnitude of 6.8 and 5.0 that hit the Project site in the years 2011 and 2013 respectively; flash
floods; Gorkhaland agitation in the neighboring state of West Bengal and geological uncertainties.

And, therefore, they must be relieved from payment of relinquishment charges.

Subsequent to relinquishment, MBPCL reapplied for LTA for 96 MW which was operationalised on 31.1.2021. MBPCL
later enhanced it to 113 MW which was operationalised from 4.7.2021. Unit 1 achieved COD on 26.06.2021 and Unit 2
achieved COD on 30.06.2021.

It was observed that no notice was issued to PGCIL, regarding the Force Majeure events, further, Commission stated
that if the force majeure is not restored or recovered for an unreasonably long time, no benefit can be given under
BPTA on that score.

Since, relinquishment of LTOA is a case of permanent exit from BPTA against payment of transmission charges, no
relief is admissible (under Clause 9 of BPTA).

Further, no documents or evidence were submitted as to how the alleged events affected MBPCL. Therefore, the
Commission rejected the plea and denied relief of any sort to MBPCL.

For more details, click here.

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CERC disposes of NHPC’s review petition concerning

Dhauliganga Power Station as non-maintainable

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission has rejected NHPC Limited’s plea seeking review in the
matter of revision of tariff for the period 2014-19 and determination of tariff for the period 2019-24 in
respect of Dhauliganga Power Station (280 MW).
NHPC submitted that there was some Error in grossing up of Return on Equity with Minimum Alternate Tax
(MAT) by the Commission instead of the Effective Tax Rate.
The Commission in response mentioned that NHPC was covered under MAT regime and was paying MAT,
and, as per the Regulation 25 of the 2014 Tariff Regulations, in case the generating station is paying MAT,
the rate of ROE is required to be grossed up with the MAT rate only and the MAT rate does include
surcharge and cess.
Therefore, there was no error in the previous order of the Commission, and accordingly, the review
petition was rejected.
Below is a comparison of ROI allowed in the previous order v/s the claimed ROI (INR Lakh):

2014-15 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19

Return on Equity (allowed by the 9850.85 9901.14 9906.10 9914.31 9947.15
Commission in order dated 18.8.2022)
Return on Equity (as claimed by NHPC 9951.36 9978.08 9904.21 9979.06 10025.19
in current petition)

For more details, a copy of the document has been uploaded in the library section of Elekore+, subscribers
can click here to access.

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KREDL issues O&M tender for multiple Wind Power Projects

Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Limited has issued Operation & Maintenance tender for the
following Wind Power Plants, under two cover system;

Particular Amount put to EMD Amount

tender (INR Lakh) (INR Lakh)
O&M of 2 nos of 1.25 MW capacity WTG and other related 78.75 1.6
equipment at Sogi village, Ballari District for a period of 36
months.
O&M of 4 nos of 2.1 MW capacity WTG and other related 264.6 4
equipment at Mavinahunda village, Belagavi District for a period
of 36 months.
O&M of 1 no of 500 kW capacity WTG and other related 15.75 0.4
equipment at Mavinahunda village, Belagavi District for a period
of 36 months.

A pre-bid meeting in this regard is scheduled on July 24, 2023.

The bid submission deadline is August 08, 2023.

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POSOCO issues draft procedure for carrying out interconnection

studies of new systems

NLDC proposed a draft procedure for Carrying Out Interconnection Studies of New Power System
Elements in accordance with IEGC, 2023.
LDCs (NLDC/RLDC/SLDC) in consultation with CTU and STU will carry out a joint system study 6 months
before the expected date of first energization of a new power system element to identify operational
constraints, if any.
The timelines and responsibilities for data submission to the each level of LDCs for carrying out
interconnection studies of new elements are provided below:

As per above table, each entity responsible for providing the necessary data will furnish the following information each
month on a rolling basis within the specified timelines (i.e. 15th day of “M-7” month).

Interconnection Studies Methodology and Feedback

The interconnection studies shall be carried out with the help of suitable simulation tools. The studies may
be carried out for at least the following four time periods (i.e. considering the load-generation balance of
four cardinal points on the monthly load curve) for the expected month of integration of the element.
a) Solar Peak Period
b) Non-Solar Peak Period
c) Non-Solar Off-peak Period
d) Morning Peak Demand Period
The following type of studies may be carried out in the interconnection analysis: a) Element Charging and
Switching Studies b) Power Flow Studies c) Short Circuit Studies d) Reactive Power Management Studies e)
Impact on transfer capability of different control areas/group of control areas f) Stability Studies as
applicable g) Any other study as per requirement.
LDCs will compare the results of the interconnection studies of the new elements on the system with
those of the interconnection and planning studies carried out by CTU and STUs. Any significant variations
observed will be communicated to CEA, RPCs, CTU and STUs for immediate and long-term mitigation
measures.
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APTEL stays MERC's tariff schedule of FY 2023-24 for Tata power

At least 7.5 lakh consumers of Tata Power in Mumbai will get 25-35 % lower electricity bills than what they are paying
now because of an interim order issued by the Appellate Tribunal of Electricity (APTEL).

APTEL granted interim stay of the tariff schedule of FY 2023-24 approved by MERC.

Earlier, Tata Power approached APTEL seeking a stay on the multi-year tariff (MYT) for 2023-24 and 2024-25 issued by
the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC).

Tata Power Company Limited (Distribution Licensee) had appealed that the MERC had fixed their aggregate revenue
requirement and their tariff far higher than what should have been determined; as against their estimated average cost
of supply of Rs.7.03 per kwh.

MERC vide its tariff order dated 31.03.2023 approved average cost of supply at Rs. 8.42/kWh. The substantial and
uncalled increase of tariff by Rs. 1.39 /kWh along with other factors has needlessly burdened consumers with a higher
tariff, and would result in the flight of their consumers to the other distribution Licensee operating in Mumbai.

Tata Power requested to set aside impugned tariff order for FY 2023-24, and pass any such other order may deem fit.

The MERC's tariff order made AMAL's power tariffs the lowest in Mumbai and Tata Power's the most expensive. As a
result, consumers started migrating from Tata Power to AEML.

In fact, Adani Electricity Mumbai Ltd. received at least 3,000 applications from the customers of Tata Power for
migration in April, May and June after the state regulator's impugned tariff order.

In the interim period, that is till the time APTEL comes up with its final order, the tariff proposed by Tata Power to the
MERC on March 31, 2020, has now become applicable once again.

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Delhi-NCR power plants have to blend coal with a minimum 5%

crop residue pellets

Coal-based power plants in the Delhi-NCR region have to mandatorily use a minimum of 5 per cent blend of pellets or
briquettes made from crop residue along with the dry fuel.

The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEF & CC) in a notification on July 11 made the changes in a
bid to regulate the utilisation of crop-residue by thermal power plants (TPPs).

The Environment (Utilisation of Crop residue by Thermal Power Plants) Rules 2023 shall apply to the National Capital
Region and the adjoining areas.

“All coal based thermal power plants of power generation utilities shall mandatorily use a minimum five per cent blend
of pellets or briquettes made of crop residue along with coal,” the notification said.

For non-utilisation of crop residue, the Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and
Adjoining Areas (CAQM) or any officer authorised by that Commission, shall impose and collect the environmental
compensation from such thermal power plants on annual basis at the rates specified, it added.

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) or the State Regulatory Commissions (SERC), as the case
may be, shall determine the tariff under the Electricity Act after taking into consideration the provisions.

The CAQM may, on a case to case basis, grant relaxation to thermal power plants, in consultation with the Central
Electricity Authority (CEA) and the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), for addressing any difficulty arising out of
circumstances beyond the control of such thermal power plants.
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BYD plans USD 1 bn investment for EVs and batteries in India

Chinese automotive company Build Your Dreams (BYD) had submitted a $ 1-billion investment proposal to construct
electric cars and batteries in India. They formed a partnership with a local manufacturing company, Megha Engineering
and Infrastructures, and together, they submitted a proposal to regulators to establish an electric vehicle (EV) joint
venture. One of the three individuals familiar with the matter mentioned that their long-term plan is to manufacture a
complete range of BYD-branded electric cars in India, starting from hatchbacks to luxury models.

Although the Indian government has not officially confirmed this development, senior officials stated that they are
prepared to welcome any potential investors in the country. A senior government official informed, "So far, we have not
received their representation but if they are planning to come we are ready to welcome them."

Reuters reached out to BYD for comment, but they did not immediately respond. However, the company had previously
announced its intentions to establish manufacturing operations in India, which is now the world's third-largest car
market.

BYD has sold over 7 million vehicles globally thus far. However, since commencing its operations in 2021, BYD has
only sold 1,893 cars in India. In contrast, Tata Motors, India's largest electric vehicle manufacturer, has sold more than
50,000 cars in the country, as reported by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways' VAHAN portal data.

Reuters requested comments from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and the Ministry of Heavy Industries, but
they did not immediately respond. BYD's expansion into India is part of its rapid global growth strategy aimed at
challenging Tesla, which currently dominates the electric car sales market. If the investment proposal for India is
approved, BYD will have a presence in all major global car markets, except the United States.

Tesla recently resumed discussions with the Indian government after temporarily suspending its plans to enter the
market last year. The talks were halted when Tesla failed to secure lower tax duties on imported vehicles. BYD has
already invested $200 million in India, where it currently sells the Atto 3 electric SUV and the e6 EV to corporate fleets.
They also plan to launch their luxury electric sedan, the Seal, later this year.

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India to launch programme to boost coal gasification

India plans to launch a programme to bolster coal and lignite gasification projects in the country, as part of its broader
push to reduce reliance on natural gas imports and promote cleaner sources of energy.

The programme will involve use of 100mn t of domestic coal and lignite in gasification projects. Coal gasification is the
process of converting coal into syngas — a mixture of carbon monoxide, hydrogen, carbon dioxide, natural gas, and
water vapour. The syngas can be processed to produce energy fuel, methanol, and products such as ammonia and
urea.

The comprehensive coal gasification programme will incur an estimated investment of 60bn rupees ($730mn) by 2030,
the coal ministry said. The plan is part of Delhi's broader vision of reducing imports and attaining self-reliance, as the
country currently imports about 50pc of its natural gas requirement, the ministry said. Imports account for over 90pc of
India's methanol consumption and as much as 13-15pc of ammonia demand, it said.

But the ministry did not provide any timeline for the launch of the programme.

India has been making efforts towards coal gasification, with state-controlled coal producer Coal India (CIL) initiating
surface coal gasification projects in its coalfields. CIL signed agreement with state-controlled power equipment maker
Bhel in October 2022, besides entering into initial pacts with state-controlled refiner IOC and state-controlled natural
gas transmission and distribution company Gail. CIL has accepted pre-feasibility reports for three joint venture projects
and has approved pre-project activities for the same.

The methanol produced could be used for blending with gasoline, CIL said. CIL had earlier held discussions with IOC
and other state-controlled oil companies for long-term tie-ups to market the methanol and boost fuel blending, given
wider ambitions of cutting India's dependency on crude oil imports.

Indian policy makers have also been considering coal liquefaction projects. In 2020, the coal ministry said coal-
gasification and coal liquefaction projects could together entail a total investment of Rs4 trillion by 2030.
Bidding process

The government programme will involve auctioning of coal and lignite blocks for gasification projects, the ministry said.

The Indian government could provide fiscal support such as reimbursement of goods and services tax compensation
cess on coal for a period of 10 years from the date of commissioning of the project, the ministry added.

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PTC India plans to provide 24x7 power trading solutions: PTC

India CMD

PTC India is planning to provide round-the-clock (RTC) power offerings by "blending" green energy with thermal, its
CMD Rajib Kumar Mishra has said. The offerings will also include storage solutions, the official made the remarks at
the company's 24th Annual Day in the national capital.

"PTC India stands strong and focused on taking up market risks and positions. Focused on crafting innovative solutions
and acting as virtual power plants, PTC India aims to provide round-the-clock power offerings by blending renewable
energy with thermal generation and storage solutions," Mishra said on Friday.

PTC is a public-private partnership with major PSUs of the power ministry as promoters. It undertakes trading activities
that include long-term trading of power generated from large power projects as well as short-term trading.

The CMD further said, "that innovation has been our driving force. We leverage advanced data analytics to optimize
operations and offer the best solutions".

The company is the pioneer in the power market in India. It has also been mandated by the government to trade
electricity with Bhutan, Nepal and Bangladesh.

PTC India's consolidated total income stood at Rs 16,002.51 crore last fiscal against Rs 16,879.77 crore in the previous
year, while net profit was Rs 507.15 crore during 2022-23 compared to Rs 551.67 crore in the previous fiscal.

As per its website, the share of the promoter companies (POWERGRID, NTPC, PFC & NHPC) is limited to 16 per cent
and the balance 84 per cent is owned by financial institutions, large utilities and the public.

PTC India Limited was incorporated in April 1999 out of the need for an institution that would provide credit risk
mitigation to private power project developers. At a point in time when no private player was willing to venture into this
arena, the government set up the company.

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India planning USD 1.5 b industrial water transport corridor in

east

Coal India Ltd, a government-owned port, and a state waterways body, are together considering investing up to 120
billion rupees (USD 1.46 billion) to establish an industrial water transport corridor in the country's east, two government
sources said.

The corridor, which could potentially carry 12 to 15 million tonnes of cargo by 2030, would connect two ports in the
eastern state of Odisha via the Brahmi river, the sources said on Monday.

The plan by state-backed Coal India, Paradip Port Authority and the Inland Waterways Authority of India would cater to
a major industrial cluster in India, and it would be primarily used for the movement of finished products such as steel,
aluminum, sponge iron, and fertilisers, they said.

Coal India, Paradip Port, the Inland Waterways Authority, the Ministry of Mines, and the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and
Waterways did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

The project aims to de-congest and take pressure off the existing rail and road infrastructure in a region that is dotted
with mines as well as steel and fertiliser plants, said the sources, who declined to give their names because they were
not permitted to speak to the media.

Transportation costs via waterways are roughly two-thirds of railways and half of the costs incurred on road
transportation.

The corridor would also help move coal to power stations in some of India's relatively industrialised southern and
western states, some of which were hit by power cuts due to coal shortages triggered by the unavailability of railway
rakes.

State-owned Indian Railways currently transport the bulk of coal that goes to power stations.

The proposed corridor will also connect four key industrial clusters of Odisha.

The four clusters house big power, electricity and fertiliser companies such as Jindal Steel and Power, Adani
Enterprises, Tata Steel, ArcelorMittal, National Aluminium Co, NTPC and Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative.

After the waterway becomes operational, private and public companies would be invited to operate terminal and cargo
services, the sources said.

A detailed project report will be finalised in the next four to five months, they said.

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Power Ministry to specify methodology for enhancing coal supply

to certain coastal plants

The Power Ministry will specify the methodology for increasing coal supply to coastal power plants who signed their
power purchase agreements (PPAs) under Section 63 of the Electricity Act.

The issue relates to increasing the annual contracted quantity (ACQ) of coal supplied to thermal power plants (TPPs)
on India’s coast who have inked their PPAs under Section 63, which deals with determining the tariffs through a
transparent bidding system.

In 2021, the government increased the ACQ of this category of coastal TPPs by up to 100 per cent of their normative
requirement from the earlier fixed 70 per cent (fixed in 2008) due to increasing domestic availability of the crucial
commodity.

However, the issue is stuck as the Power Ministry has to work out a methodology to ensure that benefits accrued to the
power plants as a result of the increase in ACQ are passed on to the consumers.

Committee’s deliberations

Last month, the Coal Ministry’s Standing Linkage Committee (Long-Term) for power sector, met to discuss this issue.

SLC (LT) deliberations stated that the decision in case of Section 63 PPAs of the coastal power plants has not been
implemented by Coal India (CIL) for want of a methodology from the Power Ministry.

Ministry’s recommendations

The representatives of the Power Ministry stated that the Ministry in May 2023 recommended a methodology for the
Section 63 PPAs of Sembcorp Energy India (SEIL).

However, this was countered by the representatives of the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), who said that this is
“actually not a methodology” and are the “comments of the CEA” in the matter of the PPAs of SEIL and therefore, the
methodology recommended by the Power Ministry needs to be examined further.

It was discussed that since the Power Ministry is the authority for passing on the benefits in the case of PPAs, the
matter should be examined by the ministry and a methodology should be issued.

“In view of the discussions held, SLC (LT) recommended that Ministry of Power may take a final view on the
methodology recommended by it for the case of coastal power plants having existing long term PPAs under Section 63
of the Electricity Act, so as to ensure that the benefits accrued to the power plants as a result of increase in ACQ is
passed on to the consumers,” the committee said.

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Indian electricity distributor GSEDPL wins order for 7.6m smart

meters

GMR Smart Electricity Distribution Pvt Ltd (GSEDPL), a stepdown subsidiary of GMR Power and Urban Infra Limited,
has received Letter of Intent (LOI) from the Indian Government to install and maintain 7.6 million smart meters.

The LOI will see the GSEDPL implement the smart metering project in the Purvanchal (Varanasi, Azamgarh zone and
Prayagraj, Mirzapur zone) and Dakshinanchal (Agra and Aligarh zone) areas of Uttar Pradesh.

They will install, integrate and maintain 75.69 lakh (7.6 million) smart meters in the given areas under the LOI over the
next 10 years.

The LOI was issued in conclusion to an e-tender for different areas of Uttar Pradesh; GSEDPL participated and
emerged as a winner.

An advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) project, the LOI extends to supply, installation, integration, commissioning
and operation and maintenance of the smart meters.

The project will be executed under the Indian Government’s Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), which has
two major components:

Financial support for prepaid smart and system metering, as well as upgrading distribution infrastructure

Training and capacity building alongside other enabling and supporting activities.

The smart meter rollout is expected to reduce AT&C (aggregate technical and commercial losses) in the designated
areas and improve operational and collection efficiency of Uttar Pradesh Discoms.

The LOI was issued by Purvanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd and Dakshinanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd.

Additionally, as reported by Mint, the announcement saw the company’s shares spike by 20% and, on the technical
front, their stock price rose 17% with the order and outperformed the sector by 16.1% in the past year.

The order is the latest from the country’s government, which has been greenlighting a slew of smart meter orders to
enhance the electricity system.

The same week as the issuance of the LOI, Tata Power announced their win of an order for 1.86 million smart meters in
eastern central India.

Also in Uttar Pradesh, earlier this year in April, smart metering company IntelliSmart won an order for 6.7 million smart
meters, claiming the largest order of its kind the country had seen.

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National Green Tribunal Cannot Pass Directions Relying on

Recommendations of Expert Committee Without Giving Parties a
Chance to Rebut It

Section 3 of the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 (‘Act’ for short) provides for the establishment of National Green
Tribunal by the Central Government. Section 14 of the Act gives powers to the National Green Tribunal (‘NGT’ for short)
to settle the disputes relating to environment, including enforcing of any legal right relating to environment, is involved.
Section 15(1) of the Act provides that the NGT may, by an order, provide,-

relief and compensation to the victims of pollution and other environmental damage arising under the enactments
specified in the Schedule I (including accident occurring while handling any hazardous substance); for restitution of
property damaged; for restitution of the environment for such area or areas, as the NGT may think fit.

Section 19 of the Act provides that the NGT shall not be bound by the procedure laid down by the Code of Civil
Procedure, 1908 but shall be guided by the principles of natural justice. Subject to the provisions of this Act, the NGT
shall have power to regulate its own procedure.

In SINGRAULI SUPER THERMAL POWER STATION VERSUS ASHWANI KUMAR DUBEY & ORS. - 2023 (7) TMI 534
- SUPREME COURT , the appellants filed the present appeal before the Supreme Court against the order passed by
the National Green Tribunal (‘NGT’ for short), Principal Bench, New Delhi, dated 18.01.2022. In the said order the NGT
issued some directions on the appellants on the basis of the report of ‘Fly ash Management and Utilization Mission’
constituted by the NGT. The said mission was headed by the Secretaries, MOEF & CC, Coal and Power, Government
of India and Chief Secretaries of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. The NGT further directed that the resolutions of
the Mission and quarterly progress may be placed on the website of MoEF & CC for information of the stake holders
and inhabitants in the area. The Mission may also consider the safeguards laid down in the Notification dated
31.12.2021, particularly for safety audits of sh dykes which should be conducted particularly for structural stability, as
far as possible within six months.

The NGT further directed that the PPs may take remedial measures as per recommendations of the Committee and as
per law, failing with coercive measures for continuing or future violations be taken by concerned authorities. Statutory
regulators may take action in terms of need for compliances in the light of recommendations with regard to individual
Plants as well as generally so as to require the concerned PPs to comply, failing which Coercive measures are taken
by the statutory regulators In accordance with law.

The report and the recommendations of the Committee constituted by the NGT were put up on the website of the NGT
on 15.01.2022 and three days thereafter i.e., on 18.01.2022 the impugned directions have been issued.

The appellants submitted the following before the Supreme Court-

The proceedings of the NGT are judicial proceedings and compliance of principles of natural justice is a hallmark of all
judicial proceedings.
The NGT was well within its powers to const violations complained of by the first respondent herein, on receipt of the
said report, it was necessary that the alleged violators were given an opportunity to object to the said report and after
consideration of the objections, the NGT ought to have passed a considered order and issued only those directions
which were appropriate having regard to the facts of each industry that was made a respondent before the NGT.

Section 19(1) of the Act categorically states that the Tribunal, though not bound by the procedure laid down by the
Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, shall nevertheless be guided by the principles of natural justice.

In the instant case, there has been gross violation of the principles of national justice on two counts-

the report of the Committee constituted by the NGT and the recommendations made by the said Committee could not
be objected to by the appellant(s) herein as there was hardly any time given to the appellants to even peruse the same.

In such a short span of time the matters were considered and disposed of by the NGT, in the absence of there being
objections filed by the appellants herein nor having heard the appellants herein, would also imply that there has been
no consideration by the NGT of the pros and cons vis-a-vis the recommendations made by the expert Committee and
as to whether the directions issued were appropriate to the case of each of the appellant(s) herein or not.

The appellants submitted that the impugned order may be set aside and the matter may be remanded to the NGT for
re-consideration of the entire case with the principles of natural justice, that is, firstly by giving an opportunity to the
appellants herein to file their objections, if any, to the recommendations of the Committee constituted by the NGT and
secondly, by giving a further

opportunity of hearing to the appellants.

The Supreme Court considered the facts of the case and the submissions of the appellants. The Supreme Court
observed that the NGT has simply accepted the recommendations as remedial action suggested by the Committee but
the same is in the absence of there being objections filed by the appellants herein who were the respondents before
the NGT and without giving any hearing to them and against whom directions impugned in these cases have been
passed by the NGT. The procedure adopted by the NGT is an instance of violation of the principles of natural justice.

The Supreme Court further observed that the recommendations made by an expert Committee are not binding on the
matter. The Supreme Court further differentiated expert committees which are set by the courts/tribunals from those set
up by the Government in exercise of executive powers or under a particular statute. The latter are set up due to their
technical expertise in a given area, and their reports are, subject to judicially observed restraints, open to judicial review
before courts when decisions are taken solely based upon them. These committees are set up because the fact finding
exercise in many matters can be complex, technical and time-consuming, and may often require the committees to
conduct field visits. These committees are set up with specific terms of reference outlining their mandate, and their
reports have to conform to the mandate. Once these committees submit their final reports to the court/tribunal, it is
open to the parties to object to them, which is then adjudicated upon. The role of these expert committees does not
substitute the adjudicatory role of the court or tribunal. Allowing for objections to be raised and considered makes the
process fair and participatory for all stakeholders.

The NGT has, in the present case, abdicated its jurisdiction and entrusted judicial functions to an administrative expert
committee. In the instant case the Supreme Court found that the report of the expert Committee as well as the
recommendations has been made the basis of the directions and such an approach is improper.

The appellant(s) herein who were respondents before the NGT were not given an opportunity to file their objections to
the recommendations made by the Committee constituted by the NGT which is apparent re the NGT were not given an
opportunity to file their objections to the recommendations by the fact that the recommendations were uploaded on
15.01.2022 and the final order of the NGT was passed three days later on, i.e. 18.01.2022. Thus, this is a clear case of
there being non compliance with the principles of natural justice. The Supreme Court set aside the order of NGT. The
Supreme Court remanded the matter to NGT for re-consideration from the stage of the recommendations filed by the
expert Committee constituted by the NGT. The appellant(s) are permitted to file their objections, if they are so advised.
The NGT shall consider the objections, if any, filed to the recommendations and thereafter dispose of the applications
in accordance with law and after giving a reasonable opportunity to all parties.

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Madhya Pradesh invites tenders for auctioning 51 mineral blocks

In an effort to enhance India's self-reliance in strategic resources, the government of Madhya Pradesh has issued a
notice inviting tenders (NIT) for the auction of 51 mineral blocks. This landmark auction, expected to be the state's
largest ever, encompasses the allocation of crucial strategic minerals, signifying a significant milestone in India's pursuit
of mineral security.

The 51 blocks up for auction consist of 14 minerals and metals, including vital strategic minerals such as graphite,
vanadium, platinum, and copper. Additionally, prominent minerals and metals like gold, diamond, manganese, bauxite,
limestone, iron ore, phosphorite, laterite, and base metal will also be included in the auction.

Since the implementation of the auction regime in 2015, several major mineral-rich states have put forth a total of 754
blocks for bidding. Out of these, 276 blocks have been successfully auctioned, as announced by the Ministry of Mines
in a statement released on Friday.

Among the 51 mineral blocks for which the NIT has been issued by Madhya Pradesh, 13 are designated for mining
leases, while 38 blocks are reserved for composite licenses, according to the Ministry.

Data from the Ministry of Mines reveals that the highest number of auctions concluded in the financial year 2022-23
(FY23), totalling 105 auctions. Conversely, FY16 witnessed the lowest number of concluded auctions, with a mere six.
As of now, a total of 15 auctions have been concluded in FY24.

Madhya Pradesh, renowned for its abundant mineral wealth, boasts vast reserves of various minerals, including coal,
limestone, bauxite, and others. Since 2015, Madhya Pradesh has successfully auctioned a total of 46 blocks,
positioning it as the second-highest state in terms of auctions conducted. Odisha leads the country with the auction of
48 blocks.The Ministry's data reveals that blocks have been made available for auction in 13 states, namely Andhra
Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Rajasthan, Tamil
Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, and Goa. However, states such as Bihar, West Bengal, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh,
Haryana, and Kerala have yet to conduct any block auctions since 2015.

Since 2015, auctions have taken place in 15 categories, with the highest number of auctions being for iron ore (94,
including 2 re-auctions). Other significant categories include limestone (77), bauxite (28), and manganese (26),
respectively.

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Bain frontrunner to buy Adani Capital for Rs 1500 crore

Bain Capital is in advanced negotiations to close the acquisition of Gautam Adani's seven-year-old shadow bank, Adani
Capital, edging past Carlyle as the Ahmedabad-based billionaire looks to realign his business interests and focus on
core infrastructure by conserving cash, said people directly involved.

ET was the first to report July 10 that three private equity (PE) groups, including the aforementioned two and Cerberus
Capital Management, were in the final lap of the process.

Adani Capital's management - led by former Lehman Brothers and Macquarie investment banker Gaurav Gupta, who
joined the conglomerate in 2016 - owns around 10% of the company. Gautam Adani owns nearly 90% of the firm, which
has been up for grabs for the last few months.

The company had INR 3,977 crore of assets under management at the end of FY23, up 63% from a year ago, with
book value pegged at INR 800 crore. Bain is expected to pay INR 1,500 crore for the company or twice the book value
and also infuse INR 500 crore of primary capital into the firm as growth equity. Even though Gautam Adani is expected
to monetise his investment via an exit, it's not clear yet if the management team will retain a small stake and run the
company.

It reported gross disbursements of INR 2,482 crore and a total income of INR 599 crore in FY23.

Bain declined to comment. The Adani Group and Gupta didn't respond to emails sent on Saturday.

Being associated with the Adani Group has resulted in limitations in fund flow for the shadow bank as most banks and
lending groups are nearing group exposure limits, added the sources mentioned above.

Adani is working with Avendus on the sale process. The financial services arm offers both retail and wholesale lending
across six verticals. The farm sector is the largest vertical in terms of assets under management.

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India, US To Explore Alternate Mechanism To Fund Renewable

Energy

India and the US on Monday committed to further improving bilateral ties, exploring alternate mechanisms for funding
renewable energy and actively pursuing the G20 agenda which includes strengthening MDBs and taking coordinated
action to deal with climate change.

Several issues, including climate action, rising indebtedness in low and middle income countries and digital public
infrastructure, figured during a bilateral meeting between Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and US Treasury
Secretary Janet Yellen held on the sidelines of the G20 meeting of Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors.

India, Sitharaman said, will "look forward to furthering ... bilateral interests through development cooperation and new
investment opportunities through Alternate Investment platforms for renewable energy."

Yellen too in her statement said the US will "look forward to working with India on an investment platform to deliver a
lower cost of capital and increased private investment to speed India's energy transition."

The US Treasury Secretary also stressed on the need for India and the US working together to press for more
ambitious and specific reforms with respect to multilateral development banks' (MDBs) vision, incentive structures,
operational approaches, and financial capacity to better address global challenges.

"We estimate that MDBs as a system could unlock USD 200 billion over the next decade just from the measures
already being implemented or under deliberation as part of this process... It is also important to address the immediate
need to boost the bank's concessional lending capacity for global challenges and support low-income countries to
supplement ongoing efforts," Yellen said.

The G20 finance ministers in their last meeting in March had set up an expert group on strengthening MDBs. The group
has submitted its first report which focuses on the broadening of vision, financial capacity and modalities of funding of
MDBs.

The second report, which is slated to be submitted in October, will exhaustively cover mechanisms for coordination
among MDBs.

"The recently released G20 MDB Experts Group report is one recent useful input to this work, though we must only
explore capital increase after the reforms in these areas have progressed further," Yellen said.

She said the US is home to the largest Indian diaspora outside of Asia, and it serves as India's largest export market.

"Bilateral trade between our two countries reached an all-time high last year, and we expect it to grow further in the
years to come," Yellen added.

The US-India bilateral trade exceeded USD 191 billion in 2022, nearly doubling from 2014. The collaboration between
the two nations spans across a range of economic issues, including commercial and technological collaboration,
strengthening supply chains, and catalysing the clean energy transition.

"I also appreciate India's focus on finalizing the historic Two-Pillar global tax deal in the Inclusive Framework, and I
believe that we are close to reaching an agreement," Yellen added.

Under the global tax deal, about 140 countries, including India, have agreed to an overhaul of global tax norms to
ensure that multinationals pay taxes wherever they operate and at a minimum of 15 per cent rate.

However, some vexed issues still need to be ironed out before its implementation.

At the bilateral meeting, Sitharaman said India and the US have reaffirmed the commitment to achieving substantial
outcomes through close engagement.

"By leveraging each other's expertise and resources, we actively promote economic growth, foster innovation, and
drive sustainable development," the finance minister said.

Sitharaman said the bilateral discussions highlight the commitment of India and the US to actively further the G20
agenda, including addressing critical global issues such as strengthening MDBs and taking coordinated climate action.

It also includes working on facilitating consensus to intractable issues associated with rising indebtedness of low and
middle income countries; and, harnessing opportunities presented by crypto-assets and digital public infrastructure for
financial inclusion.

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Suzlon to supply turbines for 100MW wind farm in Tamil Nadu,

India

Indian wind turbine maker Suzlon has secured an order from Everrenew Energy, a subsidiary of NTC Group, for the
supply of wind turbines totalling 100.8MW to be installed at Velliyanani Phase II in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.

Located in the Karur district at Vengaimandalam in Trichy, the wind farm will include 48 Suzlon S120 – 2.1 MW turbines
each with a rated capacity of 2.1MW and with hybrid lattice tubular towers.

Suzlon will supply the turbines and supervise the execution and commissioning of the project.

Commissioning will take place in March 2024.

Suzlon Group CEO JP Chalasani stated: “We are delighted to announce our first order with Everrenew Energy Private
Limited. Suzlon takes pride in valued customers like Everrenew Energy, one of India’s fast-growing renewable energy
project management companies. They have put their trust in our leading technology and comprehensive capabilities
throughout the wind energy value chain.

“The power generated from this project will target the commercial and industrial consumer segment, creating deeper
penetration of renewable energy in India. Suzlon is committed to driving Indian industries toward their net-zero targets
and powering the domestic economy with green energy.”

The wind farm will generate enough energy to power 65,000 Indian households while reducing CO₂ emissions by
258,000 tonnes annually.

Everrenew Energy CEO Venkatesh Rajaratnam stated: “At Everrenew Energy, we share a common sense of purpose
to shape a more sustainable future by generating clean energy for our customers. Our endeavours into wind energy
projects are an extension of that commitment.”

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Major economies should set a global renewable energy target at

the G20

As India hits the mid mark under its G20 presidency we can say with some degree of confidence that energy transition
has been in the spotlight. A number of topics have been discussed over the last few months but as yet a clear direction,
especially a decarbonisation focused approach that the grouping has the opportunity to do, does not seem to be
emerging.

At the halfway mark, major economies, also the most rapidly growing ones, India can lead the G20 by setting a global
renewable energy target. The Petersberg Climate Dialogue attended by climate envoys of 40 countries, which
concluded a few weeks ago, agreed on a global, binding target for expansion of renewables

The IEA NZE scenario requires a massive expansion of clean power generation. In the IEA modelling, wind and solar
are vital linchpins, providing 75% of the increase in clean power from now to 2050. According to the IEA NZE scenario,
electricity demand is expected to rise by 3.7 per cent per year, but wind and solar need to rise from 10 per cent of
generation in 2021 to 41 per cent by 2030. This is a massive undertaking and India can demonstrate its global
leadership by committing to meeting all new demand growth from renewables.

There is clearly a tremendous opportunity for developing countries to take leadership by ramping up the installation of
renewable energy, which will reduce costs, increase energy security and improve grid reliability (when combined with
energy storage). Moreover, as manufacturers of solar PVs and solar modules these rapidly growing economies can
also capitialise this growing export market.

With 9.5% electricity growth year-on-year [2], there is a clear need for new generation capacity. This should come
increasingly from renewable sources given their cost competitiveness. India has shown leadership already, with a
trajectory of 50 GW of wind + solar tenders for the coming fiscal year. It is crucial that India meet or exceed this
trajectory, as ~60 GW of wind + solar would be required to meet last year’s demand growth alone. As only ~15 GW was
built last year, India became further dependent on coal, with coal imports rising 30% [3] in FY23. Furthermore, the high
cost of coal power has made electricity increasingly unaffordable, with electricity prices set to rise as much as 37% in
MSEDCL (Maharashtra’s largest distribution utility) and over Rs. 0.4/kWh nationally. Building 60 GW+ of wind and solar
can reduce this dependence and further promote energy access, energy security and affordability.

Furthermore, massively scaling up wind and solar (along with storage) can have dramatic cost savings for consumers.
To take Maharashtra as an example, new coal plants such as Solapur (Rs. 9.45/kWh), Mauda-II (Rs. 8.18/kWh) and
Gadarwara (Rs. 6.37/kWh) cost substantially more than new firm RE + storage (Rs. 4.0-4.5/kWh). Maharashtra's
demand growth is about 2000 MW per year, which would require ~ 6000 MW of wind and solar to meet. Not only would
this save consumers around Rs 4,000 crore per year, but it would create numerous jobs, improve air quality and reduce
carbon emissions, even while growing the economy.

The National Electricity Plan [4] which was recently released has proposed 51 GW (including the 26GW under planning
and construction) to be part of India’s energy mix. However, this comes at a prohibitive cost of Rs 8.34 crore a MW 5
and takes much longer to build than renewables, further exacerbating ongoing supply shortages. Battery storage which
went from zero to 8 GW can change the coal curve if all the proposed battery is realised. Moreover, accelerating the
deployment of RE and storage to meet the needs of the growing economy will offer substantial cost savings and air
quality benefits to Indian consumers..

India is already a climate leader for the Global South with the creation of the International Solar Alliance and Coalition
for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure. It has also been a leader in calling for the phase down of all fossil fuels (not just
coal) and increased financing, particularly concessional financing to the developing world, including the usd 100 Billion
committed by the developed world. At the operational level, the Solar Energy Corporation of India has been
instrumental in facilitating solar and wind deployment and can be replicated worldwide, while its transmission system is
world class, fully integrating the entire country and subject to much less of the same constraints in integrating wind and
solar as is plaguing developed markets like US and Europe. India is also a leader in pumped hydro, facilitating “off-
river” systems to scale pumped hydro in a cost effective and ecologically sound manner.

The G20 setting is a tremendous opportunity for India to make a world-leading effort, and pass the baton to Brazil to
even further increase the ambition.

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India’s JSW Energy targets 40 GWh/5 GW of storage capacity by

2030

JSW Energy, a private-sector power producer in India, has announced plans to become a 20 GW power generating
company along with 40 GWh/5 GW of storage capacity by 2030. It is also working to achieve a solar module
manufacturing capacity of 1 GW per year and a green hydrogen production capacity of 3,800 tonnes per annum by
2025.

As of March 31, 2023, JSW Energy installed a cumulative power generation capacity of 6.6 GW across thermal (3.2
GW), wind (1.4 GW), hydro (1.4 GW), and solar (657 MW). Under-construction projects stood at 3.2 GW, which the
company expects to commission by the end of 2024.

JSW Energy plans to scale its renewable energy capacity upwards and move into energy products and services. In
addition to solar and wind generation projects, it is investing in businesses such as energy storage, green hydrogen,
and solar PV module manufacturing.

The company said its 1 GW of PV wafer-to-module manufacturing capacity will become operational in April 2025. It won
this capacity under the government’s Performance Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme. In energy storage, it has a locked-in
capacity of 3.4 GWh (2.4 GWh pumped storage and 1 GWh battery storage).

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Inox Wind Secures Certification for 3 MW Wind Turbine

Inox Wind, a wind energy solutions provider in India, today announced that TUV SUD, a global certification body based
in Germany, has granted a Type Certificate to Inox Wind for their state-of-the-art, new generation 3 MW wind turbine
with a booster capacity of up to 3.3 MW.

This certification signifies that the prototype turbine has successfully met the requirements for serial production and
commissioning. TUV SUD’s certification process included rigorous testing and verification in accordance with the
internationally recognized standard, IEC 61400-22, and the Type Certificate issued is valid worldwide. Further, the
issuance of the Type Certificate confirms that the theoretical design calculations for Inox Wind’s 3 MW wind turbine
reflect the expected behaviour of the turbines as measured on the field.

Inox Wind’s 3 MW turbine, developed with globally renowned American Superconductor (AMSC) as the technology
partner, features a 100 m tubular tower and 145 m rotor diameter- one of the largest in its class. As per Inox, this wind
turbine offers one of the lowest costs of energy on a per unit basis given its compact design, resulting in lower costs of
production, transport & logistics as well as installation, thereby giving the company a sustainable edge in the Indian
WTG market.

Kailash Tarachandani, CEO of Inox Wind, said, “The successful completion of this comprehensive evaluation and
receipt of the Type Certification demonstrates Inox Wind’s commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable and high-
performance wind turbines to the market. Inox Wind’s 3 MW turbine offers significant advancements in wind power
technology, and its innovative design promises improved efficiency and performance, ensuring optimal energy
generation at wind sites worldwide. There is significant interest and enquiries for the turbine, across customer
segments. With the Type Certification in place, we will commercially launch our 3 MW state-of-the-art WTG, which will
be the backbone of our future growth.”

The certification led to a surge in shares of Inox Wind Ltd. to a 52-week high on Monday.

IWL is a part of the USD 5 nillion INOX GFL Group, which has a presence in two business verticals – chemicals and
renewable energy. IWL is a fully integrated player in the wind energy market with three state-of-the-art manufacturing
plants in Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. The Plant near Ahmedabad (Gujarat) and Barwani (Madhya
Pradesh) manufactures blades and tubular towers while hubs and nacelles are manufactured at the Company’s facility
at Una (Himachal Pradesh). It also has a facility for manufacturing Hubs & Nacelles at Bhuj, Gujarat. Inox Wind’s
manufacturing capacity stands at 1,600 MW per annum.

Inox Wind Limited has obtained ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004, OHSAS 18001 and ISO 3834 certifications for its
management systems about the manufacturing, installation, commissioning and O&M of wind turbines.

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SECI Tenders for Geo-Technical Study & Topography Survey for

RE Project in Andaman Islands

In a significant development towards the implementation of Renewable Energy (RE) plans in the Union Territory (UT) of
Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI), based in New Delhi, has issued a
tender. The tender is seeking qualified agencies for conducting a Geo-Technical Study and Topography Survey at the
Mithakari site in South Andaman.

The purpose of this study is to provide precise information about the substrata profile and other essential parameters at
the site. This information will play a crucial role in designing the foundation and associated facilities for the solar power
project. Additionally, a topographical survey will be carried out to assess the site’s layout and prepare contour maps for
the project’s design.

Interested bidders can access the bidding documents on the official Electronic Tender India (ETI) website. The last date
for online bid submissions is 4th August 2023, until 1400 Hours, with the Techno-Commercial Bids scheduled to open at
1600 Hours on the same day.

To participate in the tender, bidders must be accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration
Laboratories (NABL). Once the contract agreement is signed, the agency selected must complete the project within
four months.

This initiative marks a crucial step towards harnessing renewable energy sources and promoting sustainable
development in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

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Nagpur: Solar plants to be set up on 2,700 acres Central Railway

land

The Central Railway in its commitment to renewable energy, has decided to develop 1MW solar plants at 81 locations
throughout its network including one at Ajni in Nagpur.

“To facilitate the installation of the solar plants, we have identified around 2,700 acres of vacant or unused railway land.
These locations hold immense potential for the development of solar power infrastructure and will help in further
reducing the Indian railway’s carbon emissions,” said Shivraj Manaspure, chief public relations officer (CPRO).

“This ambitious project will further augment the railway’s solar energy capacity and promote sustainable practices
across its operations,” he added.

The Central Railway has already empowered sustainability efforts with solar rooftop plants and an expanded solar
capacity of 135kWp (kilowatt peak) has been installed at multiple stations in June 2023.

The solar rooftop plants have been successfully installed at Osmanabad, Barshi, Wadsinge, Salgare, Parewadi, Mohol,
and Tilati in Solapur division, besides Kala Akhar, Pola Patthar, Maramjhiri, Taku, Jaulkhera, and Dodaramohar in
Nagpur division.

Central Railway has successfully secured a tender for a 1MW capacity solar plant at the new electric loco shed at Ajni.
Through a power purchase agreement (PPA), this plant will generate clean energy and contribute to reducing the
railway’s reliance on non-renewable resources.

Manaspure said, “Furthermore, we have plans to develop a 1MW solar plant in Pune through the PPA mode. This
project signifies the railway’s commitment to expanding its solar energy footprint and fostering a greener future.”

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MAHAPREIT& GEAPP In 500 MW Agricultural Irrigation Initiative

in India

At a meeting in Mumbai, MAHAPREIT and GEAPP drew the roadmap for the implementation of the 500 MW tender for
PM-KUSUM C/Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana. This will benefit the state in three ways – bringing an
investment of INR 2500 crores in solar energy, reducing CO2 emissions by 400,000 tonnes annually, and supporting
100,000 farmers.

“Today’s meeting is a step forward in our collaborative effort with GEAPP to drive the clean energy transition in
Maharashtra. We are positive that through this partnership, we will enable the state target of 7000 MW solar power
generation by the end of 2025, as per the Mukhyamantri Saur Urja Krishi Vahini 2.0,” said Bipin Shrimali, Chairman and
Managing Director, MAHAPREIT.

GEAPP in India is supporting MAHAPREIT by appointing a Project Management Unit (PMU), which will help
MAHAPREIT conduct land surveys, identify land parcels, aggregate demand, and conduct tenders to onboard EPC
players. PMU will also monitor the programme execution and liaise across government departments on behalf of
MAHAPREIT.

Within a month’s time, MAHAPREIT and GEAPP plan to launch a cluster-led SME solarisation initiative with an
objective of 500 MW of decentralised solar. Sangli, Nasik, Ichakranji, and Kolhapur have been identified as the focus
districts for the first leg of the programme. Discussions with local MSME associations have been initiated. Post the
success of the first phase, the programme will be scaled across other districts of Maharashtra.

Saurabh Kumar, Vice President-India, GEAPP, said, “The roadmap that we have prepared in our meeting today is a
step towards the collective goal of MAHAPREIT and GEAPP. The Government of India has introduced many schemes
& programmes targeted towards improving the earnings of farmers and small enterprises between 2017 & 2019 and
has been focused on their welfare. GEAPP has already started discussions with local MSME associations, and the
PMU will support the effective and efficient roll-out of the programme. GEAPP in India is also working with a facility
manager to create a credit guarantee mechanism to unlock financial linkages for this sector.”

Senior officials from MAHAGENCO, MSEDCL, MEDA and MERC were also present at the meeting.

Mahatma Phule Renewable Energy and Infrastructure Technology Limited (MAHAPREIT) is a wholly-owned subsidiary
firm of Mahatma Phule Backward Class Development Corporation (MPBCDC), Government of Maharashtra State PSU.
MAHAPREIT is looking to establish and carry-on business of generating, trading, operating, leasing and renting
renewable power projects, mainly but not limited to solar power projects including solar parks along with substations
and transmission lines on ownership and/or build, own, and transfer basis.

The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) is an alliance of philanthropy, governments, technology,
policy, and financing partners. The alliance aims to reduce 4 gigatons of future carbon emissions, expand clean energy
access to one billion people, and enable 150 million new jobs.

In a significant fillip to the energy transition movement, GEAPP launched its India operations backed by heavyweights
such as Rockefeller Foundation, Bezos Fund and IKEA Foundation.

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Quality power being supplied 24x7 to agri sector: Transco CMD

Transco and Genco Chairman and Managing Director D Prabhakar Rao made it clear that 24 hours quality power was
being supplied in the State, implying that allegations by Congress leaders that power was not being supplied round the
clock to the agriculture sector were baseless.

Stating that discoms had no business with politics, he said no incidents of crops being affected due to lack of power
supply were reported so far. Informing that power consumption in the agriculture sector had increased, he said that
compared to last year, there was a jump of 3,500MW to 4,000MW in farm consumption this year. To meet the demand,
power worth Rs.20 crore to Rs.25 crore was being purchased every day.

Prabhakar Rao along with his family members had a darshan of Sri Rajarajeshwara Swamy, Vemulawada on Monday.
Later, speaking to reporters, he said that so far, there was no interruption in supply of power under the supervision of
Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao.
The State had also successfully met a record peak power demand of 15,497 MW power without any issues, and was
ready to ensure uninterrupted supply even if the demand went up to 18,000 MW since the electricity supply system was
strengthened, he added.

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Ind-Barath units to be operational this fiscal: JSW Energy’s

Prashant Jain

Sajjan Jindal-led JSW Energy will start operations of both units of Ind-Barath this fiscal even as the integration of
Mytrah Energy assets is on track. Further, the firm expects to commission its 3,800 tonne per annum hydrogen plant by
March 2025, a top official said.“The boiler and turbine plants are in good condition and the first unit will be operational
by September-October this year, and the second unit will be operational by March 2024.

Integration of Mytrah Energy’s assets is also on track as we have already commissioned 77 turbines of the total 80
turbines, and we expect to maintain 99% machine availability by the middle of next month,” JSW Energy Joint MD &
CEO Prashant Jain told FE in an interview.

“So, the integration plan and performance improvement plans are going on well,” he said, adding Ind-Barath has two
350 MW units.In December 2022, JSW Energy said it has completed the acquisition of 700 MW Ind-Barath Energy
(Utkal) for `1,047.60 crore through insolvency proceedings, and prior to that in August it entered into a deal to acquire
Mytrah Energy’s 1,753 MW renewable energy portfolio for an enterprise value of about Rs 10,530 crore.

JSW Energy expects to commission its hydrogen plant by FY25 for which JSW Steel would be the main buyer.On the 9
GW of pump storage projects the company was allocated in this fiscal, the firm will start construction of one project
(130 MW housed at its Vijayanagar steel plant complex in this fiscal and two by FY25.The first one is a captive project,
with all land and other needs in place. For the second one, a 300 MW project, the firm has already secured a letter of
intent from the Karnataka government, while the third project is in the initial stages.“All approvals are in place,” he
added. The firm will also bid for “remunerative” Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) projects as and when they
come up.

“We are also working on a pipeline for future, beyond FY25,” he added.On the power demand in the country, he said it
dipped to 1% during the quarter due to subdued demand in April and May, but by June it recovered to 4.5% high,
compared to that in the previous year. “The outlook is quite robust as the demand at 5.5% is already good for July,
while for the year I am expecting it to be about 5.5-6.5%,” he said.On JSW Energy’s decarbonalisation initiatives, Jain
said the company is “quite committed” and is on track to be net zero in emissions by 2050.

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Power distribution co in MP preserves electricity meters of

generations

While the advent of technology has changed the face of electricity meters, a government power distribution company in
Indore has preserved these devices of different generations.

The unique collection, which gives a glimpse of the transformation of electricity meters, includes electromechanical
induction meters used nearly six-and-a-half decades ago as well as "smart" digital meters being installed these days in
the houses of consumers.

Madhya Pradesh Western Zone Power Distribution Company's Public Relations Officer Awadhesh Sharma told PTI on
Monday that around 20 electricity meters of different generations have been kept preserved at a laboratory of the
company's headquarters in Polo Ground area of the city.

"The oldest one in this collection is the electromechanical induction meter. Weighing about four kilograms, the meter
was imported from abroad and was used from 1960 to 1990, he said.

Sharma said the company's collection also includes semi-electromechanical meters, radio frequency-based meters,
SIM-operated meters and devices equipped with bluetooth technology.

He said large quantities of metal and magnets were used in the manufacturing of the old generation electricity meters,
due to which there was a possibility of tampering with them.

In view of this, the use of metal and magnets in the meters started declining over the years and digital meters were
later made from fibre and other materials, the official said.

Sharma also said the work of replacing old generation meters with the new ones is underway in western Madhya
Pradesh and so far about four lakh "smart" digital meters with state-of-the-art technology have been installed in the
houses of consumers.

The readings of these meters are not required to be taken by electricity company employees as details of the power
consumption by consumers are automatically recorded in the company's control room.

Based on it, bills are sent to consumers on a fixed monthly date, he said.

"Smart meters have been installed at the homes of all consumers in Khargone and Mhow towns, while the work of
installing these devices in cities like Indore, Ratlam, Ujjain and Dewas is on at a rapid pace," Sharma added.

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PNGRB denies licence to Adani Total Gas for development of

CGD network in Noida

Passing an order on a matter dating back to 2008, the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) has
rejected the application of Adani Total Gas for authorisation for the development of City Gas Distribution (CGD) network
in Noida. In an order dated July 14, the watchdog said, “The Board hereby rejects ATGL (Adani Total Gas Ltd) for
authorisation for the development of CGD network in Noida GA, application dated 25.06.2008, due to non-fulfilment of
the requirements specified under the provisions of Regulations 18(2)(e) and 18(2)(i) of the PNGRB (Authorizing Entities
to Lay, Build, Operate or Expand City or Local Natural Gas Distribution Networks) Regulations, 2008.”
Adani Total Gas sought authorisation for CGD network in Noida in 2008

PNGRB had received an application from Adani Total Gas, then known as Adani Energy Limited, on June 25, 2008
claiming authorisation for the development of CGD network in the Geographical Area (GA) of Noida. “The Board could
not process ATGL application, at the time of its submission, as the matter related to authorisation of Noida GA was sub-
judice before the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India in ‘M. C. Mehta Vs UoI (WP No. 13029/1985), prior to the
establishment of the Board,” said the PNGRB in its order. However, the Supreme Court disposed of the case on
September 6, 2022, saying that the matter should be decided by the regulator (PNGRB) or someone else. PNGRB,
then, took up the matter on September 15, 2022.
Why was ATGL’s application rejected by PNGRB?

Quoting the CGD Authorisation Regulations, the PNGRB said that an entity claiming authorisation for a geographical
area should have land for the purpose of setting up a City Gas Station (CGS) and should have procured the necessary
equipment for setting up the station before it is appointed a distributor for that particular area. The CGS is the inlet point
of the pipeline from where the natural gas enters into the CGD network. The PNGRB found Adani Total Gas lacking on
both these fronts. “… regarding the necessary equipment procurement for CGS, AEL has submitted that ‘As per GAIL’s
philosophy of providing connectivity, GAIL shall construct the CGS on the land provided by the CGD entity. Accordingly,
GAIL shall be procuring and setting up CGS facilities,’” said the PNGRB referring to Adani’s submission on its failure to
procure the equipment for setting up CGS in Noida.

The Board also said that Adani Total Gas had failed to procure Administered Price Mechanism (APM) gas for the
development of CGD network in Noida, as required by the rulebook. “In this regard, it is pertinent to mention that APM
Gas allocation was done by MoPNG for IGL (Indraprastha Gas Ltd) vide their letter dated 08.04.2004 and AEL was not
included in that allocation. Further, the entity has not submitted any documentary proof regarding their claim for APM
allocation by MoPNG. In view thereof, the Board is inclined to infer that ATGL not complying to the requirement of this
sub-regulation,” said the PNGRB.

“It would not be out of place to mention that there is no data with respect to the entity’s present progress in Noida GA
available with PNGRB. From their submission, it is observed that the entity is not operating in Noida at present and the
current health status of their pipeline laid in Noida is also uncertain. In addition, it is also observed that although ATGL
was allocated land for CNG stations in Noida GA, the entity is not operating any CNG station in Noida,” the PNGRB
noted in its order.
IGL and Adani Total Gas

Indraprastha Gas Ltd (IGL), which had been retailing CNG in Delhi since the late 1990s, was given authorisation for the
development of CGD network in 2004. It was also allocated APM gas for the CGD network in the area by the Ministry of
Petroleum and Natural Gas. Adani sought authorisation for the GA of Noida in 2008.

While two PNGRB Members — AK Tiwari and Gajendra Singh — voted in favour of rejecting Adani Total’s application,
Member (Legal) Ajit Kumar Pande opined that it is not prudent for him to pass any order on the matter as it is sub-
judice before the appellate tribunal APTEL.

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Sri Lanka Can Learn from Tripartite Agreement for Electricity

Generation and Export

As Sri Lanka aims to meet its growing energy demands and explore opportunities for electricity generation and export,
it can draw valuable lessons from the tripartite agreement between Nepal, India, and Bangladesh. This agreement has
facilitated the development of robust grid connectivity, enabling the efficient exchange of electricity among the
participating nations. Sri Lanka should consider pursuing a similar framework for grid connectivity with India to enhance
its power sector and promote sustainable energy practices.

Tripartite Agreement: A Model for Success:

The tripartite agreement between Nepal, India, and Bangladesh serves as an exemplary model for regional cooperation
in electricity generation and export. Under this agreement, the three countries have established interconnected power
transmission lines, allowing them to exchange surplus electricity efficiently. This collaboration has brought several
benefits, including enhanced energy security, increased access to clean energy, and economic growth.

The Significance for Sri Lanka:

Sri Lanka, as an island nation, faces unique challenges in meeting its energy requirements. By embracing grid
connectivity with India, Sri Lanka can tap into India’s vast energy resources and benefit from the efficient transmission
of electricity. This partnership would enable Sri Lanka to address its energy deficit, diversify its energy mix, and reduce
dependence on costly fossil fuel imports.

Enhancing Power Sector Efficiency:

Grid connectivity with India would provide Sri Lanka with access to a larger and more diverse electricity market. This
increased connectivity would promote the integration of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind, into Sri
Lanka’s power generation portfolio. By leveraging India’s expertise in renewable energy, Sri Lanka can accelerate its
transition towards cleaner and more sustainable energy practices.

Economic and Social Benefits:

A strong grid connectivity framework with India would not only bolster Sri Lanka’s power sector but also have significant
economic and social benefits. Sri Lanka could export its excess electricity to India during periods of high generation,
thereby creating a new revenue stream. Additionally, improved energy infrastructure and increased access to electricity
would drive economic growth, attract investment, and improve the overall quality of life for Sri Lankan citizens.

Addressing Environmental Concerns:

Sri Lanka’s commitment to environmental conservation and combating climate change aligns well with the goal of grid
connectivity with India. The partnership would facilitate the exchange of clean energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels
and decreasing carbon emissions. Collaborative efforts in renewable energy development and sharing of best practices
between Sri Lanka and India can further accelerate the transition to a greener and more sustainable future.

Advocating for Grid Connectivity:

To realize the benefits of grid connectivity, Sri Lanka should actively engage in discussions with India to initiate the
necessary agreements and infrastructure development. It is essential for both countries to address regulatory,
technical, and financial aspects to ensure a seamless and mutually beneficial partnership. Sri Lanka’s leadership must
prioritize this initiative and foster strong bilateral cooperation to advance the cause of grid connectivity.

Drawing inspiration from the successful tripartite agreement between Nepal, India, and Bangladesh, Sri Lanka has the
opportunity to pursue grid connectivity with India for electricity generation and export. Such collaboration would
strengthen Sri Lanka’s power sector, support its transition to cleaner energy sources, and contribute to economic
growth and social development. By learning from the experiences of neighboring countries, Sri Lanka can pave the way
for a sustainable and prosperous energy future.

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India puts up new hurdle to importing electricity from Nepal

India is subjecting the approval process for importing Nepali electricity to more bureaucratic hurdles despite its earlier
announcement to buy 10,000MW from Nepal over the next 10 years.

The southern neighbour, which has been refusing to grant export approval to hydropower projects involving China, has
long been investigating whether there has been Chinese investment or any other involvement of the northern
neighbour in the projects whose power is to be sold in the Indian market.

“Now, India has also sought details of financial closure—how the projects were financed including the financial
institutions and other agencies involved in the projects,” said Prabal Adhikari, power trade director of the Nepal
Electricity Authority (NEA). “We have sent the details as sought by the southern neighbour.”

He added that New Delhi had not asked for financial closure details when it granted approval for 10 projects, whose
power Nepal has been exporting to the southern neighbour. Nepal has approval to sell as much as 452.6MW
generated by these projects in India’s day-ahead power market, where price of power is determined a day ahead of
trading.

Nepal has sought Indian approval to sell the power generated by an additional 18 hydropower projects. The combined
generation capacity of these projects is over 1,000MW, according to the NEA. Some of them were sent for approval as
early as August 2021, it said.

“The new Indian request suggests that we may also have to submit details of financial closure of the 10 projects whose
electricity we have already been selling in India when we seek a renewal of export approval for the projects,” said
Adhikari.

India has made the annual renewal of the export approval mandatory. Nepali officials said the need for annual renewal
has created uncertainty about continued access to the Indian market for Nepal’s hydropower.

So Nepal had sought a long-term inter-governmental agreement on power trading to enable entities of both the
countries to engage in long-term power purchase agreement. Accordingly, the two countries signed the 10,000 MW
agreement during Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal’s visit to India from May 31 to June 3.

NEA officials and private sector players said that the southern neighbour’s enhanced scrutiny of hydropower projects
for granting export approval suggests that selling Nepal’s surplus power would not be easy, despite the Indian
announcement to buy power on a large scale.

“India is treating Nepal’s electricity as a strategic product rather than a commercial one,” said another NEA official.
“That is why it is seeking all the details and putting the approval process into a bureaucratic logjam.”

NEA officials, however, said that India has not given any reason why it needed all the financial details of projects.
“Maybe they wanted to be sure if there has been financing from other countries, particularly from China, in any form, if
not in the form of foreign direct investment,” the NEA official said.

India has clearly indicated that it would not buy power from any Nepali project where there is any direct or indirect
component from China. So the neighbouring giant has continued to ignore Nepal’s request for export approval for the
456MW Upper Tamakoshi Hydropower Project. A Chinese contractor was involved in the civil works of this project.

The project was developed entirely by the NEA with domestic resources. A public entity like the NEA cannot
discriminate against Chinese contractors as per the Public Procurement Act-2007.

As Nepal currently does not have an alternative market to sell its surplus power except India, Nepal has been forced to
follow India’s dictation or let the surplus power spill.

During Prime Minister Dahal’s India visit, the southern neighbour also agreed to facilitate Nepal to export 40MW to
Bangladesh through Indian transmission infrastructure.

India’s cooperation is essential even to export power to Bangladesh. There is no transmission link between Nepal and
China to date but there is a plan to build one.

Since the Galwan Valley military clash between India and China in May 2020, India has been tightening the noose on
Chinese investment not only in India, but also in neighbouring countries including Nepal.

In February 2021, the Central Electricity Authority under India's Power Ministry introduced the Procedure for Approval
and Facilitating Import/Export (Cross Border of Electricity) by the Designated Authority.

The procedure bars Indian firms from trading power if there is investment from a country generating electricity with
which India shares land border and the third country sharing land border with India, which does not have a bilateral
agreement on power sector cooperation.

Based on this procedure, India has been reluctant to approve projects with Chinese involvement.

However, Nepali stakeholders said that the new red tape in the approval process goes against the spirit of India’s own
announcement of buying 10,000MW of electricity from Nepal.

The southern neighbour had last granted approval for Kabeli B1 (24.25MW) and Lower Modi (19.4MW) in December
last year, increasing the total quantum of power that can be sold in the Indian market to 452.6MW.

The NEA is awaiting approval for 18 projects which were proposed between August 2021 and April this year, according
to the authority. With its southern neighbour delaying approval, Nepal has started witnessing spillage of power
particularly at night when domestic power demands slumps, it said.

In late June, an agreement between the Nepal Electricity Authority and the PTC India Ltd was signed enabling Nepal to
use Bihar’s transmission infrastructure to export 300MW.

Earlier, on May 23, the NEA and the NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Limited (NVVN) of India signed a five-year power sale
agreement, in the first-ever longer-term power trade deal, paving the way for exporting 200MW to India.

“All these agreements will have no meaning until India grants export approval for our projects,” said the NEA official.
“We want the Indian authorities to grant approval as early as possible so that the surplus power is not spilled.”

Private sector power developers are also concerned about the growing Indian red tape in the approval process. “Maybe
political efforts are also required to end bureaucratic logjam in the approval process,” said Ganesh Karki, the president
of the Independent Power Producers Association of Nepal, representative body of the private sector power developers.

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Shell 'looks at options' for renewable power unit stake sale

Oil giant Shell is looking at sale options for its renewable power business, reports claimed.

Shell is considering a possible part-sale of its green power operations to an external investor or separation of the
business into a more independent unit, said Bloomberg citing sources with knowledge of the issue.

The UK-based oil and gas supermajor has over the last few years taken up positions in renewables and green power
ranging from offshore wind – including floating – to energy storage.

The company has this year been the subject of a refocusing on its core oil and gas operations under new CEO Wael
Sawan, who has said that its upstream hydrocarbons business is centre stage.

Several high-profile renewable energy executives have recently left the business, including Thomas Brostrom, the
former Orsted high-flyer who was recruited to lead Shell’s push into offshore wind.

Amid a disparity between the returns on offer from renewables and a revived fossil sector, oil and gas groups more
broadly appear to be sharpening their focus in renewables around an integrated strategy that feeds into wider
ambitions in areas such as operational decarbonisation, hydrogen production and EV charging.

BP and TotalEnergies were the two winners in Germany’s huge 7GW offshore wind tender announced last week, with
the former stressing integration as a key aspect of its business case.

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View: India's future use of renewable energy depends on

innovation

Fossil fuels are embedded in almost every sector and industry for power generation. However, they lead to an increase
in the levels of greenhouse gases, which in turn leads to cataclysmic changes in climatic conditions. As a viable
solution, renewable energy tops any discussion that takes place to stave off the adverse implications of climate change.
This is due to the fact that clean energy sources such as solar do not emit harmful greenhouse gases, which contribute
to environmental degradation.

India is also embracing the power of renewable energy. It has already announced its aim to reach net zero emissions
by 2070. Furthermore, according to the Ministry of Power, the country is likely to meet 62% of its electricity
requirements with 500 GW of non-fossil fuel sources by 2030. However, in order to successfully achieve its ambitious
target and support the clean energy transition, the country requires the aid of innovations in renewable energy.

Growth of renewable energy

As a step towards growth, India has already taken a giant leap towards utilising renewable energy sources, and solar
energy is one of the leading ones. According to the data of the National Investment Promotion and Facilitation Agency,
as of May 2023, India's installed non-fossil fuel capacity was over 178.79 gigawatts, and the number has surged up to
396% over the previous 8.5 years. Additionally, since 2009, the capacity of solar energy installations has expanded by
a factor of 24.4, and as of May 2023, it was 66.7 GW.

According to the data of the IBEF, among the whole share of renewable power sources, i.e., 49%, solar energy
contributes an astonishing 14%. Therefore, innovations in solar energy resources tend to shape how India will utilise
renewable energy in the future. A few of the innovations that are already gaining ground in the country are solar rooftop
solutions and floating solar panels.

Rooftop solar systems

A rooftop solar energy system reduces the distance from which the energy is transmitted, thus increasing efficiency and
cost while reducing reliance on fossil fuels and providing clean energy. By diversifying their energy resources and
including solar rooftop installations, industries can ensure energy security and resilience. In addition, they also become
less vulnerable to fluctuations in fossil fuel prices, grid outages, and power supply interruptions.

By embracing rooftop solar, companies can determine their CSR and ESG initiatives, showcasing their efforts and
commitment today towards sustainability. As a result, there is an upward trend in solar capacity addition in India due to
government support and rising acceptance of renewable energy. According to the data of the Ministry of New and
Renewable Energy, 8,877 MW of rooftop solar capacity was added as of March 31, 2023, as compared to 7,520 MW as
of September 30, 2022.

Floating Photovoltaics (FPV)

On-land solar PV systems often need four to five times as much space as conventional power plants. As a result,
floating photovoltaics, also known as FPV or floating photovoltaics, are used in water reservoirs, canals, lakes, etc.
where floating structures are erected on the water's surface to mount solar panels for generating power. Although FPV
technology is still a new and developing concept in India, a number of projects have already shown how quickly it is
catching on. India has already launched its biggest floating solar project at Ramagundam in Telangana. This 100-
megawatt (MW) facility has been undertaken by NTPC (National Thermal Power Corporation) and has been set up by
BHEL (Bharat Heavy Electricals).

Floating solar has a huge advantage in a world that wants to quickly build solar arrays, especially for nations such as
India with limited land. The majority of solar panels that have been deployed so far on the planet are situated on land.
However, floating solar systems have a special advantage over land-based ones: they free up space for other
applications. Therefore, it makes sense to use available water reservoirs while also utilising the land to build sun-
absorbing technologies atop the water.

All things considered, a switch to renewable energy offers not only long-term advantages but also huge commercial
potential. India is particularly well positioned to become a global leader in the use of renewable energy thanks to its
quick adaptation and proactive attitude. Getting to net zero involves more than just cutting greenhouse gas emissions.
The population of India must gain from the country's energy transformation, and carefully thought-out policies can
reduce the likelihood of trade-offs between affordability, security, and sustainability. This means that the net zero goal
and the decarbonisation of numerous sectors will be greatly aided by solar energy innovations such as solar rooftops
and FPV, which will reshape how the nation uses its renewable resources.

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Saurabh Kumar, Vice President-India at Global Energy Alliance

for People and Planet (GEAPP)

GEAPP is expanding its intervention in India to support the country’s vision of energy independence and transition. One
of its critical goals is to foster an ecosystem of entrepreneurs where we support the creation and scale of low-cost
impactful solutions that will accelerate our progress toward the SDG’s. GEAPP is doing this through its flagship
program ENTICE - Energy Transitions Innovation Challenge, shared Saurabh Kumar, Vice President-India, Global
Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) in an interview with Anurima Mondal, Associate Editor, Energetica
India.

Que: The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) brings a new approach to alleviate energy poverty
within a green energy transition. Could you tell us more about the vision and mission of GEAPP?

Ans: : The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) has been set up as an entity founded by three
philanthropies, i.e. The Rockefeller Foundation, The Ikea Foundation and Bezos Earth Fund. Our goal is to raise USD
150 billion and reduce 1 billion tonnes of carbon from the atmosphere and impact about half a billion lives through
reliable access. Right now, we have capitalised over USD 1.1 billion, and are present in seven countries where we
have our teams. Besides, we have a presence in 12 countries that we are supporting through our partners. As
mentioned earlier, the idea is to create green jobs, decarbonise multiple sectors and ensure people are getting reliable
access. In the next year, we want to be present in about 50 countries with a larger pool of capital.

Que: What do you think are the factors driving the growth of the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP)
in India?

Ans: In GEAPP, we have designed all our programmes from the lens of National priorities to make sure that we deliver
results that are in line with what the government is planning for the country, including State governments as they are
equally important when it comes to climate action. We have also considered India’s goals for 2030 to generate 500
gigawatts of electricity from renewables. Solar is all set to play a major role in achieving this target. India is targeting
280 gigawatts (GW) of solar power by 2030 which means in the next six years, we will need at least 40 gigawatts per
year. Meanwhile, our solar installations are moving at about five gigawatts every single year. So, in a short period of six
months, we are trying to increase it to six to seven to eight times which is not an easy task.

Que: The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) in India has announced strategic partnerships to
support India’s goal of achieving clean energy independence by 2047. Please let us know more about these
partnerships.

Ans: Solar energy, in particular, holds significant promise due to its decentralised nature and enormous potential across
various sectors. One such sector is agriculture, which accounts for approximately 150 gigawatts of energy consumption
in India. By promoting solar energy in agriculture, we can provide sustainable power to farmers, increase the reliability
of electricity supply in rural areas, and reduce costs for utility providers.

To address the challenge of small, disaggregated solar installations, we are working on aggregating land parcels and
developing clusters of villages with a cumulative capacity of 100 megawatts or more. This approach attracts private
sector interest and investment, making it financially viable and unlocking the market's potential.

Another area of focus is rooftop solar power generation. While the total potential is estimated at 120 gigawatts, only
about eight gigawatts have been realised, mainly in large commercial industries. We recognise the need to support
small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and microenterprises, which face financial constraints and lack access to
solar panels. To address this, we are exploring innovative financing models, such as risk-sharing arrangements, where
stakeholders provide SMEs with access to solar energy solutions without requiring large upfront investments. Our role
also involves bridging the gap between aggregators and projects, facilitating the entry of rooftop solar initiatives into the
market.

By creating these opportunities and leveraging our resources, we aim to drive significant change in the country's
energy landscape. We have already made progress in Maharashtra, where we joined hands with Mahatma Phule
Renewable Energy and Infrastructure Technology Limited (MAHAPREIT) to implement livelihood-based solar projects
of 1000 MW in the state, as well as expand the waste to energy (WTE) and compressed biogas (CBG) markets and we
are eager to expand our efforts in other states. As part of the partnership, GEAPP will work with Ashoka University to
create knowledge documents and research papers for policymakers and Indian Railways to assist in the solarisation of
transport.

Through these initiatives, we believe that even our modest capital can have a transformative impact on India's journey
toward a greener and more sustainable future.

Que: What challenges does India face when it comes to achieving clean energy goals? How are you able to mitigate
them at GEAPP?

Ans: PM KUSUM scheme was launched in 2019 with the central financial support of over INR 34,000 crore. Today,
when we are in 2023, PM KUSUM seems to be a story of misses on several accounts. Another example is FAME II
scheme which was approved by the government with an outlay of INR 10,000 crore for a period of 3 years commencing
from April 1, 2019.

These two government schemes prove that institutional strengthening and project preparation are more important than
money and our work on decentralised solar, SME and railways is focused on these two important elements.

Que: GEAPP has launched ENTICE, the International Energy Transitions Innovation Challenge to mitigate the
challenges of entrepreneurs and startups. What kind of critical problems are you planning to address with this
program?

Ans: Essentially, we feel that India’s net zero target, cannot individually just be achieved by the government, or private
sector, or entities like GEAPP. Everyone has to work together and entrepreneurship has to be at the heart of it.

GEAPP is expanding its intervention in India to support the country’s vision of energy independence and transition. One
of its critical goals is to foster an ecosystem of entrepreneurs where we support the creation and scale of low-cost
impactful solutions that will accelerate our progress toward the SDG’s. GEAPP is doing this through its flagship
program ENTICE - Energy Transitions Innovation Challenge, to mitigate climate change and facilitate energy transition
by supporting promising and scalable solutions with Series A funding to accelerate and scale, which will be awarded at
the India Energy Transition Dialogue (IETD) scheduled for November.

We have listed four or five problems, which we feel are absolutely critical for energy transition. One is the battery as
storage. Unless you get more batteries into the grid system, there is no way you can integrate more renewables.
Secondly, renewables in a decentralised business need to become more affordable on a wider scale. While we are
aggregating demand, we are also looking asking for innovations to reduce the cost.

We are partnering with about 40 to 50 entities in India, ranging from multilateral bodies to development banks to large
industrial houses like Mahindra, Ph.D. Chambers of Commerce, Invest India, and so on. We want to have a closer look
at the challenges through their networks and then put together the list in front of the jury.

ENTICE will be a flagship program that will repeat every year. So this year, it is largely focused on India. But next year,
we will also make an international look at the problems of Asia, Southeast Asia, the problems of Africa.

Que: What are your views on India’s ambitious plan to achieve net zero GHG-emission by 2070? Where do you place
GEAPP in this growth story?

Ans: I think it is one of the most ambitious plans that any large country has ever made. India aims to be a developed
nation by 2047, which means our energy requirement would increase dramatically. There would be a massive change
in the amount of energy generation as well as consumption. So, it is really good that the government has come up with
such an ambitious plan.

While the centre is doing many other things, we advise them specifically to work on an integrated energy policy, looking
at 2047 as the pathway. Having said that 2047 goal is very ambitious, we need an integrated approach as we head
towards the future.

India is a large country, there are examples of best practices in one part, which have not touched the other parts. At
GEAPP, we are creating a global resource center for energy that will bring not only bring in the best practices in one
area but also help other states in India to replicate that success. With an integrated energy policy and a big push for
renewables, electric vehicles and battery storage, we might be able to achieve the target before 2070.

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Five Reasons That Make Agrisolar Significant To The World

Agrivoltaics refers to the simultaneous use of land for agriculture and photovoltaic (PV) power generation.

It is great idea for a country like India, where over 60% of land is employed for agriculture, and the scarcity of land is a
persistent problem thanks to an expanding population and urbanisation. Agrivoltaics offer a promising prospect in India
that will fuse together two important sectors of the economy: agriculture and energy. Keep in mind that we believe
agricultural demand for electricity could rise muchfaster than expected with increasing incomes, and climate impact like
hotter summers. That builds a case for agri solar to power these regions more strongly, to not only meet incremental
demand and power the increasing mechanisation of agriculture, but make a wider impact to clean up emissions from
energy demand in agriculture.

Thus, agrivoltaics promise to yield socio-economic benefits, impacting the rural and farmer community in myriad ways
by generating employment opportunities, attracting investment etc. The importance is even more when we consider the
still high proportion of work force employed in agriculture here, and how critical raising incomes for this sector is.

Countries across the world are taking initiatives to encourage agrisolar with Europe in particular.

Even though agrivoltaics enjoys its share of benefits and often sees political support, it has not been immune to
protests. In Degrai, Jaisalmer, the idea of solar projects on pasture land has been contested. In fact, the issue of
declaring ‘common lands’ or village lands as government property for solar projects is well contested in India. As is the
treatment of pasture lands as waste lands.

In 2022, the Chair of the Victorian Farmers Federation Land Management Committee, a lobby group that advocates for
the interests of farmers in Australia said, “In general, the VFF is supportive of solar developments, so long as they do
not encroach on high-value agricultural land, such as in irrigation districts.”

Even the Netherlands, the world’s third largest agri producer, in its revised climate and renewable energy targets, has
considered focusing on non-agricultural land for fresh solar installs and more.

Detractors maintain that agrisolar can challenge food security, arguing that solar panels affect the crop yield. In India,
where it is said there is potential for 2.8 TW of agrisolar , major foods such as rice, wheat, oilseeds are said to see crop
output reduction with agrisolar. Many countries have limits on yield reduction to balance out the benefits and
downsides. In Germany, it is set at 33%. However, India, as an Agrarian economy, with great potential for AgriPV has
not set any such limits yet

Nevertheless, Agrisolar has a lot going for it too. Especially when we consider how what was a challenge a few years
ago, like say, cost of energy storage is not as big an issue anymore, and could potentially become even cheaper in this
decade. We look at 5 key reasons agrisolar has in its favour.

Push to Rural Development

Agrisolar, which brings together solar and agriculture practices, can be a great way to provide employment
opportunities, especially to the rural community. These may include special areas of special expertise, such as O&M of
solar plants, EPC, establishments etc, for which the rural manpower can be trained. Agrisolar can also ensure
productive uses for barren or waste lands, provided the lands are clearly identified.

Villages, that often witness power crisis, stand to benefit immensely from the energy generated from the decentralised
solar plants for local needs.

A study on a 50 MW agrisolar plant in Maharashtra reveals that it initially created employment for 1500 people.

That apart, collating solar and agriculture in villages can lead to sustainable development in rural areas by way of
higher yields while also ringing in new business opportunities.

Farm incomes are also likely to surge, as per various studies, thanks to more dependable power, and local skilling on
solar and related fields.

Agricultural Innovation & Biodiversity Protection

Not many know that agrisolar has given a push to innovation in agriculture and horticulture and increased biodiversity
protection.

Extreme light is not helpful for plants after they touch light saturation point. It increases water consumption and may
also hamper their growth. Contrarily, growing some crops under solar panels can prove to be beneficial, protecting
them from extreme temperatures and also upping productivity by up to 10%. Solar panels can also be adjusted for
maximum amount of daylight.

Solar panels, which provide shade, help with controlling temperature while also decreasing water evaporation by up to
29%. Consequently, it aids with the augmenting soil moisture. German firm, Agri Energie, has commissioned an AgriPV
project in the country where hop plant has seen immense growth. This was achieved after the firm installed the PV
system on steel masts. This shielded hop plants from sunlight and hail and evaporation was also curbed. Thus, it’s
more a question of picking the right crops to grow under panels than a blanket go or no go for all possibilities.

Eases Land Pressure And Energy Access

Studies have shown that individually, when used for solar projects or growing crops, the land efficiency is 100% for
solar energy or crops. But when nurtured together, land efficiency reaches a major 186%.

In Maharashtra, thanks to agrisolar, crop yields have increased by 40% for some crops, with extra shading and lesser
evaporation.

A study by Fraunhofer Institute of Solar Energy Systems, on a 50 MW Agrisolar project in Maharashtra indicated that
“an agrivoltaic system appears economically feasible with expected levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) of INR 2.02
(EUR 0.0243) already including cost on water management, rainwater harvesting, water storage, and irrigation.”It
added, that the use of bifacial glass-glass PV modules further increases electrical yield by 6.4% compared to mono
facial modules. Regarding land use, the study suggests that the analyzed agrivoltaic system is likely to almost double
average land use efficiency measured by the combined output of electricity and agriculture per unit of land (+94%). In
India, where energy access is increasingly a function of affordability of grid power that is going up in cost all the time
thanks to high share of fossil fuels, agrisolar could help arrest those rise in costs when used with suitable energy
storage devices in rural areas, while providing much more dependable power.

Enhances Food Production, Energy Efficiency

Once solar panels are added to greenhouses, the results are noteworthy. Green houses can require a lot of energy,
making electricity a key cost component. As India emerges to become a key agri exporter, farmers are taking up more
and more exotic species to grow, in many cases made possible by sophisticated greenhouses.

By some estimates, using solar panels in greenhouses becomes more impactful as greenhouse-based farming,
through produces ten times more yield, over an open field, requires ten times more power. Against such a backdrop,
agrisolar can prove to be a saviour promising savings on electricity bills and providing energy efficiency.

Curbing Agri Emissions

The toughest, and most promising reason. Agri emissions, by their very nature, have a very high share in global
emissions, yet remain the most difficult to mitigate, for many reasons including fears of impacting yield, food security,
and more.

Agriculture, forestry, and land-use change contribute to over one-quarter of the global GHG emissions.

The challenge is set to become more pronounced as increasing populations and demand for food see a further
upsurge. With over 2 billion people worldwide engaged in agriculture, making change happen is even more
challenging.

Well designed and integrated Agri-PV systems have the potential to contribute to lowering of emissions by generating
green energy, and possibly even powering carbon capture initiatives in time.

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Nashik tops in spotting land for solar power plants

Nashik district tops in identifying the land to set up solar power plants to fuel agriculture feeders. It has already
identified 4,784 acres for the purpose. Nashik district is followed by Solapur (4,431 acres) and Ahmednagar (3,095
acres). Kolhapur district too has identified 85% of the required 1,720 acres.

The Kolhapur electricity department has received praise from deputy chief minister Devendra Fadanvis, who also holds
the energy portfolio. Kolhapur district has identified 1,468 acres of land so far. Most of this land is owned by the
government and, therefore, the transfer of land from the revenue department is expected to be hassle-free. Kolhapur
district has been given a target of generating 344 MW of solar power. This will be fed into agri connections by 2025.
Kishor Khobre, the public relations officer of Mahavitaran-Kolhapur, said, "We will achieve the solar power generation
target much before the deadline. As many as 313 agriculture feeders will be powered by solar power and nearly 1.5
agriculture connections."

"As per the policy, land owners with non-cultivable land can rent us the land at Rs 1.25 lakh per hectare with a 3%
annual hike to set up solar power stations. The land, however, should be located within 5-10km of the agriculture feeder
connections of 33/11 KV capacity. So far, we have identified, 93 acres of such private land," said Khobre.

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Economics of energy transition for one planet, one climate, one

future

The global surge in energy demand during the last financial year, driven by the post-pandemic resurgence of
economies, has resulted in a steep rise in coal usage in many countries, including India, aided by the ongoing conflicts
such as the war in Ukraine. Power generation in India rose by 11.5% to a record high of 1591 billion Kilowatt-hours
(kWh) during FY23, with coal production increasing by about 30% during the same period. Coal-fired power generation
made up for more than 73% of energy production in the country, with an increase of 12.5% over the previous year.

However, in the same period, the share of renewable power generation, excluding big hydro and nuclear power,
increased to 11.8% compared with 10.8% the previous year, mainly driven by a 35% increase in solar output.
Renewable energy generation, overall, increased by about 20% , reaching 186.4 billion units as of February 2023,
according to the CEA data.

These figures highlight the challenges faced by India, the world’s fastest-growing economy, in ensuring energy security
for its more than 1.4 billion citizens while still committing to the energy transition. India has set a goal of having a
generation capacity of 500 GW from renewables by 2030, mostly from solar and wind power. Achieving this target
would require an investment of about $2.44 trillion, which is significant given that the country’s current GDP stands at
about $3.4 trillion.

Imperativeness of energy transition

Investing in renewable energy is imperative in view of the serious concerns posed by global climate change. However,
readiness is also required to accommodate the large integration of renewable energy sources, which would need
further investment in demand-side management of electricity. These challenges along with high technical and
commercial losses and consistently increasing demand of energy in developing countries could be effectively managed
by focussed deployment of digital solutions such as smart metering and smart grid. While the learning curve for this is
steep,, it will be critical for building the smart and flexible electricity systems that are able to integrate renewable energy
more effectively and help bring down the cost of clean energy transition over time.

Economic concerns of energy transition

One of the primary economic concerns related to the energy transition is the high investment required, which can
create a situation where developing nations are forced to continue using traditional fossil fuel sources because they
cannot afford to transition to renewable energy sources very fast.According to International Renewable Energy Agency
(IRENA), renewable energy investment in developing countries needs to increase by a factor of five by 2030 in order to
achieve the goals of the Paris Agreement. This would require a total investment of $4.3 trillion in renewable energy
projects in developing nations over the next decade.

Another economic concern is related to the impact of the energy transition on traditional energy industries. Developing
nations rely heavily on traditional fossil fuel industries for economic growth and job creation. Transitioning to renewable
energy sources may result in economic losses in these industries, which can have a significant impact on the overall
economy.

A third economic consideration is related to the distribution of benefits from the energy transition. Developed nations
may have greater access to funding and technology for the energy transition which can create an uneven distribution of
benefits. Developing nations may also have limited capacity to address the environmental impacts of the energy
transition such as land use changes and biodiversity loss. According to a report by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF),
developed nations accounted for 92% of the global cumulative CO2 emissions from energy use between 1850 and
2013. This highlights the need for developed nations to take responsibility for the environmental impacts of their past
actions, and to provide support to developing nations to address these impacts.

Adherence to climate justice

For ensuring a more inclusive and equitable global energy transition that benefits all nations and contributes to the fight
against climate change, an equilibrium of flow of technologies and collaboration on global initiatives is required. This
would mean transfer of clean energy technologies to developing nations by providing support for research and
development, promoting the use of open-source technology, and providing access to patents and licensing
agreements.

The world must recognize that those who have contributed the least to greenhouse gas emissions are often the most
affected by the consequences of climate change, and the people who have historically been responsible for climate
change must come forward to shoulder more responsibility in salvaging the current situation. Ultimately, the baseline
would be that if the whole world together fails to contain the menace of growing emissions, it will impact the planet as a
whole and nature’s fury would not differentiate based on riches of the nations.

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Gujarat aims to meet entire urban area power demands with

renewable energy: Chief Secretary

Gujarat has an objective of meeting all electricity demands in its urban areas through renewable energy within the next
two to three years, announced Chief Secretary Raj Kumar while speaking at the Infrastructure Investors Dialogue held
at GIFT City as part of India’s G20 presidency.

During his address, Chief Secretary Raj Kumar highlighted Gujarat’s leadership in renewable energy and its successful
integration into various sectors. He emphasized the state’s goal of becoming recognized as a solar-powered region
with a significant portion of its power generation sourced from renewable energy. Within the specified timeframe,
Gujarat aims to fulfill all electricity requirements in urban areas through renewable energy sources.

The Chief Secretary stated that sustainable development is not only an aspiration but also a responsibility. He further
mentioned that the state has adopted a comprehensive approach in town planning, incorporating sustainability, green
energy, and the conservation of natural resources.

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Electricity (Promoting Renewable Energy Through Green Energy

Open Access) Rules, 2022

India is the third largest energy consuming country in the world and stands fourth globally in installed capacity of
renewable power1. The country has made significant efforts in developing the infrastructure for renewable energy with
a current installed capacity of over 150 gigawatts. The Government has been proactively involved in achieving energy
transition goals, net zero objectives, and energy security, as evidenced by their commitments outlined in the Union
Budget.

In a traditional set-up, a consumer had no option but to purchase electricity through the distribution licensee in the area.
To decrease this dependence and to provide more options to a consumer, open access was introduced under
Electricity Act, 2003 ("Act"). Open access enabled generating companies to sell electricity to consumers directly across
the country by entering into an agreement on agreed terms and conditions, including tariff.2 This promoted competition
among the generating companies and increased the availability of cheaper power.

However, with the increase in the usage of renewable energy and lack of detailed guidelines under any legislation, a
dedicated legislative framework for renewable energy open access was the need of the hour. The Government of
India's Ministry of Power, thereby, notified the Electricity (Promoting Renewable Energy Through Green Energy Open
Access) Rules, 2022 ("Rules") on June 6, 2022. The Rules aim to promote the generation, purchase, and consumption
of green energy and to cut emissions by 45% in line with India's updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC)
target for 2030. The Rules are applicable to the generation, purchase, and use of green energy, including energy from
facilities that convert waste into energy. Moreover, these Rules will help speed up the renewable energy programs and
ensure access to affordable, sustainable, reliable, and green energy.

After the implementation of Rules, various hurdles were encountered. To remediate the situation, the Rules were
amended by Electricity (Promoting Renewable Energy Through Green Energy Open Access) Amendment Rules, 2023
("First Amendment Rules") and Electricity (Promoting Renewable Energy Through Green Energy Open Access)
(Second Amendment) Rules, 2023 ("Second Amendment Rules"), which has been discussed in our note below.

Salient Features of the Rules

Reduction in the load limit to participate in open accessIn order to enable smaller consumers to purchase
renewable power, the cap to avail open access which was earlier 1 MW (megawatt)3 has now been reduced to
100 kW (kilowatt).4 As per the Second Amendment Rules, this threshold can be met through a single
connection of 100 kW or through multiple connections aggregating to 100 kW or more located in the same
electricity division of a distribution licensee. Additionally, there is no minimum requirement for open access to
green energy for consumers of captive electricity (electricity generated from plants set up for self-use). This will
encourage smaller consumers to progressively switch to alternate energy and procure electricity through open
access.
Establishment of nodal agencyA consumer seeking to purchase electricity through open access is required to
file an application to a nodal agency. In order to simplify and streamline this process, the Rules proposed to set
up a central nodal agency for creating and operating a comprehensive single window platform for renewable
energy-specific open access that is accessible to all power sector stakeholders, including open access sellers
and buyers.5 In furtherance to such proposal, Ministry of Power notified Power System Operation Corporation
Limited (POSOCO) [Now known as Grid Controller of India Ltd. (Grid-India)] as the nodal agency.
According to the Rules, all green energy open access applications are required to be filed online in a standard format
that is prepared and issued by Grid India in consultation with the forum of regulators.6 Since the Rules did not detail
out the procedural aspect, Grid India came up with a Procedure for Grant of Green Energy Open Access ("Procedure").
As per the Procedure, the applications will be processed by the following bodies:

Regional Load Despatch Centre for short-term open access requests at the interstate level;
State Load Despatch Centre for short-term open access requests at the intrastate level;
State Transmission Utility for medium and long-term open access at the intrastate level; and
Central Transmission Utility for medium and long-term open access at the interstate level, as the case may be.7

Furthermore, in order to avail green energy open access through the portal, an entity must first be registered in the
portal which would be valid for a period of three years and can be renewed thereafter for three years.8 Once
registered, the entity can apply for availing green energy open access and the application must be approved by the
concerned nodal agency within fifteen days. Upon failure to do so within the specified time, the application would be
deemed to have been approved subject to fulfilment of prescribed technical requirements by the relevant commission.9
Also, the nodal agency can reject the application only after providing an opportunity to the applicant to be heard and
passing speaking orders denying the application.10

Renewable Energy Purchase ObligationsThe Act as well as Tariff Policy, 2016 provides the framework for
Renewable Energy Purchase Obligations ("RPO"). Certain entities such as distribution licensees, captive users,
open access consumers, and other entities (as identified by State Regulatory Commissions) are required to
procure a percentage of their electricity consumption from renewable sources in order to fulfil their renewable
energy purchase obligations. Since the power to fix such percentage for RPO is vested with State Commissions
by the Act, they have come up with their separate regulations for the implementation of RPO. For example,
Delhi has set its RPO for the financial year 2023-24 as 27%. The Rules, however, aim to establish a uniform
RPO for all obligated entities within a distribution licensee's area11 and provide the following methods12 to fulfil
such responsibilities:
By own renewable energy generation: Power plants of any capacity can be installed by entities for their
consumption and may be established anywhere in India, and power shall be transmitted via open access;
By purchasing renewable energy through open access directly from a developer, through a trading licensee, or
through power markets;
By requisition from the distribution licensee: A consumer may opt to purchase more renewable energy than he
is required to do and for ease of implementation, this may be done in increments of 25% to 100% of their
overall usage. Although a consumer will be permitted to submit separate requests for solar and non-solar
energy, any request for green energy from a distribution licensee must be made for at least a year;
By consuming electricity obtained from captive generation;
By purchasing renewable energy certificates; and
By purchasing green hydrogen or green ammonia for which the standards in relation to quantum are yet to be
decided.
Energy BankingEnergy banking is essential for the sustainability of a renewable energy generator project.
Energy banking means depositing surplus energy with distributor licensees and withdrawing it later when
required. Electricity generated through renewable resources varies a lot depending on climatic factors. A
renewable energy generator may produce excess energy on a given day due to the presence of climatic factors
like high wind speed and clear sky. Without the facility of energy banking, the surplus electricity generated by a
renewable energy generator would get lost as electricity cannot be stored as a typical commodity. This would
lead to a loss of revenue for the renewable energy generator.

The Rules provide for energy banking to open access users. All open access users will be allowed to bank power on a
monthly basis, and the distribution licensee is required to offer this service for at least 30% of the consumers' entire
monthly energy consumption from that distribution licensee. The State Electricity Regulatory Commission will choose
the banking fees that apply to this service.13 The Rules earlier stipulated that the banked energy may only be carried
forward for a period of one month and that the adjustment for such banked energy must occur during the concerned
month. However, the banking settlement period for states was one cycle. Therefore, in order to provide flexibility to
state regulators, the First Amendment Rules changed the term 'month' to 'cycle' but failed to define cycle.

The First Amendment Rules also provided that the un-utilised banked energy be deemed to have lapsed and the
renewable energy generator to get renewable energy certificate to the extent of lapsed banked energy which can be
sold to the entities who are unable to meet their RPO.14

Green energy open access chargesTransporting electricity from generating station to the consumer involves the
role of multiple agencies like transmission licensee, distribution licensee, and transmission utilities. These
agencies charge certain fees to provide their services. According to the Rules, consumers who opt for open
access from green energy sources may only be subject to the following fees:
Transmission fees;
Wheeling fees;
Cross subsidy surcharge;
Standby fees, if necessary;
Banking charges; and
other fees and charges such as load despatch center fees and scheduling charges, deviation settlement
charges as per the relevant regulations of the commission.15

It has been clarified that no additional open access fees will be imposed for green energy open access. Haryana
Electricity Regulatory Commission while addressing the issues of applicability of charges for open access under the
state's existing regulations which do not find a place in the Rules or regulation made thereunder, held that no such
charges can be levied.16Additionally, when an open access consumer purchases green energy, the cross-subsidy
surcharge will not be raised by more than 50% of the surcharge that was established for the year in which the
consumer was granted open access for a period of twelve years from the operation of the producing plant.17 The Rules
exempt users from paying the cross-subsidy charge in cases where the power is produced at waste-to-energy units or
is used to produce green ammonia and green hydrogen.18 However, after the First Amendment Rules only non-fossil
fuel based waste-to-energy plants are exempted.

For uniformity, the Rules, however, require the forum of regulators to prepare a model regulation providing for common
methodology for calculation of charges associated with open access.19

Overlap between GNA Regulations & Rules

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (Connectivity and General Network Access to the Inter-State Transmission
System) Regulations, 2022 ("GNA Regulations") was notified to further the concept of one nation-one grid. GNA
Regulations provide a framework for utilisation of national grid by enabling entities for connectivity with inter-state
transmission system (ISTS) and drawal and transmission of electricity through open access having an installed
capacity of 50MW or more. 20 GNA Regulations discontinued the requirement for identifying consumers before availing
open access to ISTS.

While GNA Regulations and Rules provide separate frameworks for open access for varied generating capacity, the
Rules specifically focus on the generation and transmission of green energy through open access. Upon collective
reading of the Rules and GNA Regulations, it may be construed that renewable energy generators of installed capacity
of less than 50 MW can still opt for open access under the Rules. Pursuant to Regulation 22.2 of GNA Regulations,
deemed open access to ISTS is granted to renewable energy generating stations having installed capacity of 50 MW or
more and having connectivity to ISTS. However, the question remains as to whether the renewable energy generating
station to whom open access to ISTS is deemed to be granted could prefer open access under Rules, which provide
indirect benefit from reduced costs through the elimination of additional surcharge incentives.

In our opinion, as Rules are special legislation providing a framework specifically for open access to green energy, it
should prevail over general legislation, i.e., GNA Regulations. Hence, the renewable energy generating station having
deemed open access to ISTS may still apply under the Rules for open access and the concerned authority should
provide clarification in this regard.
Current View

These Rules are a positive step towards enhancing and incentivising the usage of green energy. Lowering the
threshold for consumers from 1MW to 100kW will enable Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises and smaller
consumers to procure green energy through open access. Further, a single window clearance system and deemed
approval after fifteen days would streamline the process and resolve the issue of delays in obtaining regulatory
approvals. Making energy banking facilities mandatory for renewable power generators would also help the generator
to deposit surplus energy produced which would have otherwise been lost. Also, capping the increase of cross subsidy
surcharge at 50% of the applicable amount at the time of granting open access and waiving the additional surcharge
would make renewable energy cost-effective.

However, for effective implementation of the Rules, the role of state regulators becomes very important. States are
required to amend their regulations21 to be in line with the Rules, however, only a few states like Karnataka, West
Bengal, and Haryana have done it so far.

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Japan and India to discuss joint chip, hydrogen development

Japan and India will start a policy dialogue to promote cooperation in semiconductors, hydrogen fuel and other
advanced fields, Nikkei has learned, with plans for Tokyo to assist New Delhi in infrastructure development.

Yasutoshi Nishimura, Japan's minister of economy, trade and industry, will travel to India on Wednesday to meet with
information technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and Raj Kumar Singh, India's minister for power and for new and
renewable energy.

The two sides are expected to sign a memorandum of understanding outlining the new framework. By coordinating on
incentives and rules, they hope to strengthen partnerships between the Japanese and Indian private sectors in
advanced industries.

For semiconductors, Japan and India will disclose information on technologies eligible for subsidies. The two countries
each will invest in areas where they are strong, such as technology and materials development or in training
professionals, with the goal of building an optimal supply chain.

India has responded to U.S.-China tensions by encouraging investment in its domestic semiconductor industry. In
2021, India approved about $10 billion in incentives to woo global chipmakers. New Delhi and Washington signed an
MOU in March to advance cooperation on semiconductors.

Infrastructure for water and power is essential to develop a chip industry. Dialogue with India will open the doors to
Japan providing support from the technological side, as well as to information sharing on India's business environment.

For the hydrogen sector, the two sides seek to agree on safety regulations regarding transport of the next-generation
fuel. India, which is strong in solar power, has positioned green hydrogen, produced with renewable energy, as part of
its national strategy.

India still lacks pipelines to deliver hydrogen have not been developed, and strict rules remain an obstacle. Japan plans
to lobby India to ease regulations.

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Rajasthan DISCOM Invites Bids for 295 MW of Solar Projects

Under KUSUM

The Jodhpur Vidyut Vitran Nigam (JDVVNL) has floated three tenders for installing and commissioning 108 grid-
connected solar power projects with a total capacity of 295.32 MW in various subdivisions of Hanumangarh Circle
under Component C of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) program for
feeder level solarization.

The projects will be developed under the renewable energy service company (RESCO) model.

The successful bidder must take care of the projects’ operation and maintenance (O&M) for 25 years.

The estimated project cost is ₹35 million (~$426,125)/MW.

Bidders must submit ₹100,000 (~$1,218)/MW of the quoted capacity as an earnest money deposit for all the tenders.

The successful bidders must furnish ₹500,000 (~$6,088)/MW of the allotted capacity as a performance bank
guarantee.

The project developer will also be responsible for the supply and erection of the associated 33 kV or 11 kV line (as the
case may be) connecting the solar power projects with the concerned 33/11 kV substation, including bay, breakers and
metering system at the substation.

A power purchase agreement (PPA) for a period of 25 years at the levelized tariff approved by the Rajasthan Electricity
Regulatory Commission will be executed between the selected bidder and Rajasthan Urja Vikas Nigam (RUVNL) within
seven days of the submission of the performance bank guarantee.

The projects must be commissioned within nine months of signing the PPA.

Only commercially established and operational technologies can be used to minimize the technology risk and achieve
the project’s timely commissioning.

For landowners, farmers, and any individual possessing the required land for the project, an undertaking certifying the
ownership of assets of at least 20% of the total cost of the quoted capacity must be submitted.

To be eligible for either of the tenders, the minimum average annual turnover of bidders should be at least 30% of the
total cost of the quoted capacity during the last three financial years.

JDVVNL has mandated the use of indigenously manufactured modules which are also on the Approved List of Models
and Manufacturers (ALMM) issued by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.

In the event of a delay in payment of monthly bills by RUVNL beyond its due date, a late payment surcharge will be
payable to the solar power generator at the rate of 1.25% per month on the outstanding amount calculated on a day-to-
day basis.

The selected bidder should provide a minimum generation guarantee corresponding to a capacity utilization factor
(CUF) of 19% with respect to the AC capacity of the solar projects.

Tender for 127.32 MW of Solar Projects

In the first tender, JDVVNL has invited bids for the installation and commissioning of 47 grid-connected solar power
projects with a total capacity of 127.32 MW in the Goluwala, Hanumangarh Town, Hanumangarh Jn., Hanumangarh
(Rural), and Pillibanga subdivisions of Hanumangarh Circle.

The last date to submit the bids online is August 16, 2023. Bids will be opened on August 18.

Tender for 96.56 MW of Solar Projects

The second tender has been floated for the installation and commissioning of 35 grid-connected solar power projects
with a total capacity of 96.56 MW in the Bhadra, Bhadra (Rural), Nohar, Nohar (Rural), Gogameri, Pallu, and Rawatsar
subdivisions of Hanumangarh Circle.

The last date to submit the bids online is August 21, 2023. Bids will be opened on August 23.

Tender for 71.44 MW of Solar Projects

The third tender has been floated for installing and commissioning 26 grid-connected solar power projects with a total
capacity of 71.44 MW in the Sangariya, Sangariya (Rural), and Tibbi subdivisions of Hanumangarh Circle.

The last date to submit the bids online is August 23, 2023. Bids will be opened on August 25.

Recently, JDVVNL floated two tenders for installing and commissioning 40 grid-connected solar power projects with a
total capacity of 108.68 MW in various subdivisions of Jodhpur Circle under Component C of the PM-KUSUM program
for feeder level solarization.

Earlier, JDVVNL had invited bids for the installation and commissioning of 25 grid-connected solar power projects with
a total capacity of 64.48 MW in the Balesar, Dechu, Sekhala, and Shergarh subdivisions of Jodhpur circle under
Component C of the PM-KUSUM program.

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Power crisis in state: Hydel and thermal stations face setbacks

The state is facing a severe power crisis as a result of deficient rainfall, causing a decline in hydel power generation,
thereby transferring the load on the thermal stations. On the other hand, the four units of Raichur Thermal Power
Station

(RTPS) have shut down. On Sunday, four units of RTPS shut down due to a technical snag. Concerns are rising that if
these issues persist, the power supply across the state may be severely impacted. The deficit in rainfall has
significantly affected power generation at hydel power plants, even during the peak monsoon season.

The situation at hydel stations is grim. Linganamakki, constructed across the Sharavathi River, has a gross water
storage capacity of 151.75 TMC, but it has only

24.04 TMC, which means only 16% of the storage capacity is filled. On the other hand, Supa has a gross capacity of
145.33 TMC but has only 34.96 TMC, which is just 24%, and Varahi has a gross capacity of 31.10 TMC and has just
4.78 TMC, which is a poor 15% storage. Currently, the power demand is 12,010 MW. Out of this, 137 MW is supplied
from Sharavti, 32 MW from Supa, and 28 MW from Varahi. Thankfully, solar and wind energy are adding to the power
supply. Around 4,500 MW of power is being procured from these renewable energy sources. Additionally, 2,828 MW of
power is available from the Central grid

Overall, there are eight units in RTPS. The first unit has been shut down for a year due to issues related to coal supply
bunkers. The second unit had shut down due to a technical snag. Due to this, out of the 1,720-megawatt power
generation capacity at RTPS, only 447 megawatts of power are generated. The third and sixth units have been shut
down due to leakage in boiler tubes. Till recently, RTPS was generating 1,198 MW of power from three units, and 985
MW of power was generated from YTPS’s two units, which were added to the state grid. CM Diwakar, executive
director of RTPS, Raichur, said, “The first unit is shut for more than a year due to issues with coal supply bunkers. The
sixth unit has been repaired. We are trying to fix the issues at the earliest.”

A Prasad, scientist from IMD, said, “Till now, Karnataka is facing 26% of rainfall deficiency for the monsoon from June 1
till July 17. In coastal areas, the deficiency is 14%, while it is 34% and 36% deficiency in north and south interior
regions respectively. In the entire state, only three districts - Bengaluru City, Vijayanagar, and Chitradurga - have
received more than the average rainfall. Bengaluru has received 23% excess rainfall. Vijayanagar has received 21%
excess rainfall, and Chitradurga has received 43%. 13 districts have received average rainfall, and the rest have
received lower-than-expected rainfall.

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Push For Make In India Helped Us Save Rs 500 Crore, Says

NUPPL CEO On Construction Of New Plant

A new thermal power plant is set to start its operations soon at Ghatampur in Kanpur district. The construction of the
project, which will produce 1,980 MW of electricity annually, has gathered pace in the last few years. There are three
units of 660 MW which will function together after the completion of construction. It is being built on a 1,013 hectare
land in the state with 832 hectares being utilised for the plant and township while the remaining land has been used for
building the railway siding.

The supercritical thermal power plant is being built by Neyveli Uttar Pradesh Power Ltd (NUPPL), a joint venture
between Neyveli Lignite Corporation India Ltd (NLCIL) and Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Ltd. NLCIL is a
public sector undertaking under the central government. The project was sanctioned by the Centre back in 2016 with
the initial schedule of completing all three units in 64 months at the initial cost of Rs 17,237 crore. However, the budget
of the project has now increased to around Rs 19,406 crore.

In an exclusive interview to Outlook Business, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NUPPL Santhosh CS talks about how
the new power plant will augment electricity supply, the steps taken to reduce emissions, the cost of building the project
and the expected timeline of starting production.

Edited Excerpts:

How has the experience of running a joint venture with Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam been in the last
seven years?

The synergy between the two entities has been really great as the JV has received a lot of support from Centre and the
UP government. The local issues related to land acquisition were resolved with the help of UP government to establish
our first plant in the state while the Centre helped us in receiving all the necessary approvals for the project. So overall,
I can say that the project has benefitted from this dual support of both the governments.

By when do you expect that the plant will start operations?

Earlier, we were planning the commissioning of the first unit by July but it might take two-three months more. We
expect that all three units of the plant will start functioning by the end of this financial year only.

There has been a deviation from the initial schedule for the construction of the plant. What have been the reasons
behind the delay?
 Our first unit was supposed to be commissioned in 2020 but due to various reasons the project got delayed. Initially, we
faced some strikes by unions and farmers which took around six months to resolve. Then the Covid-19 pandemic
struck whose cascading effects we are still suffering. Amidst all this, we also faced troubles with one of our vendors
which took time to resolve. But we have been able to resolve most of the issues and the work is progressing at a good
pace.

After the units start functioning, what is the arrangement of power supply that has been agreed upon?

According to our power purchase agreements (PPAs), we will supply 75 per cent of our total output to Uttar Pradesh
while the remaining 25 per cent will be supplied to Assam. We signed the agreement with Assam last month.

The government has pushed for make in India and the use of equipment that are manufactured domestically in the last
few years. How has that impacted the construction of this plant?

I can safely say that this push for indigenous use of equipment and manufacturing has helped us save at least Rs 500
crore in this project. We have two vendors, L&T and GE, who are helping us build the boiler and turbine for the plant.
They have been sourcing their equipment from domestic units which has helped in cutting down import costs. So the
make in India push has been greatly beneficial for us.

There is also a lot of talk about green energy and curbing emissions globally. Given it’s a thermal power plant, have
measures been taken keeping in mind the environment?

It’s important to note that it’s a supercritical thermal power plant which helps in improving efficiency and emissions
when compared to subcritical power plants. We are also deploying flu gas desulfarisation technology along with the use
of selective catalyst reactor at our plant which will greatly help in curbing emissions. We are also ensuring that there
won’t be any water wastage at our plant.

Along with this, we will also establish a 792 MW solar power plant on a 1,267 hectare land in the coming years, which
has been mandated by the central government recently.

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France and India collaborate on Jaitapur Power Plant and

Advanced Nuclear Reactors

France and India are making remarkable strides in the field of nuclear energy, with a focus on the Jaitapur 6-EPR
power plant project. This ambitious endeavour aims to provide reliable, affordable, and low-carbon energy through the
construction of six cutting-edge European Pressurized Reactors (EPRs) in Jaitapur. In addition, both countries have
joined forces to explore the potential of Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and Advanced Modular Reactors (AMRs).
These advanced nuclear technologies offer compactness, flexibility, and enhanced safety measures. Together, France
and India are forging ahead to revolutionize the energy landscape and tackle global challenges.

In addition to their focus on the Jaitapur project, France and India have decided to embark on a cooperative program
involving Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and Advanced Modular Reactors (AMRs). SMRs are compact nuclear
reactors that offer flexibility in terms of size and application, while AMRs represent advanced designs that incorporate
cutting-edge technology for enhanced safety and efficiency.

The joint statement released after the leaders’ meeting in Paris last week emphasized their commitment to the success
of the Jaitapur EPR project and acknowledged the significant progress achieved thus far. Both countries plan to
intensify their collaboration in the upcoming months to further advance this initiative.

It is important to note that the Jaitapur plant’s installation capacity of 9.6 GWe will make it the most powerful nuclear
power plant worldwide. It is expected to generate approximately 75 TWh per year, effectively meeting the energy needs
of around 70 million Indian households. Importantly, this project will contribute to reducing carbon emissions by an
estimated 80 million tonnes of CO2 annually, playing a crucial role in addressing climate change.

The construction and commissioning of the Jaitapur units, as well as the necessary permits and consents in India, fall
under the responsibility of the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL). NPCIL will also oversee the
certification of the EPR technology by the Indian regulator.

EDF, the French utility company, will not be an investor or directly involved in the construction phase of the project.
However, it aims to establish a long-term partnership between the French and Indian nuclear industries, leveraging the
complementary skills of EDF and NPCIL. This partnership aligns with India’s initiatives, such as Make in India and Skill
India, to encourage Indian industrial involvement and foster skill development.

Currently, India has 23 operable reactors, with an additional eight under construction, highlighting its commitment to
nuclear energy as a vital component of its power generation mix. The cooperation between France and India on the
Jaitapur project and the exploration of SMRs and AMRs signifies a shared vision for sustainable and efficient nuclear
energy solutions.

By leveraging these advanced nuclear technologies, France and India are paving the way for a greener and more
prosperous energy future while addressing the pressing challenges of climate change and energy security.

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Library

Library Organisation Source

APTE order on MERC's tariff schedule of FY 2023-24 Appellate Tribunal For Click here
for Tata power Electricity

CERC's order on relinquishment of 96 MW LTOA Central Electricity Click here

granted to MBPCL for transfer of power from Rongnichu Regulatory Commission
HEP

CERC order for Adoption of Transmission Charges of Central Electricity Click here
Raipur Pool Dhamtari Transmission Limited Regulatory Commission

GESCOM's Tariff Order 2022 Karnataka Electricity Click here

Regulatory Commission

MoC - Meeting of Standing Linkage Committee (Long- Ministry of Coal Click here
Term) for Power Sector

CERC's order on PPA executed between Rattanindia Central Electricity Click here
Solar 2 Vs SECI & othr for Change in Law events Regulatory Commission

CERC order on NHPC's review petition for true-up and Central Electricity Click here
determination of tariff of Dhauliganga HPS Regulatory Commission

MESCOM's Tariff Order 2022 Karnataka Electricity Click here

Regulatory Commission

CESC's Tariff Order 2022 Karnataka Electricity Click here

Regulatory Commission

HESCOM's Tariff Order 2022 Karnataka Electricity Click here

Regulatory Commission

BESCOM's Tariff Order 2022 Karnataka Electricity Click here

Regulatory Commission

KERC order for HESCOM on reimbursment of the Karnataka Electricity Click here
amount deducted towards the alleged excess Regulatory Commission
generation of energy by Murudeshwar Power
Corporation

WBERC's Tariff Order of WBSEDCL for the year 2022- West Bengal Electricity Click here
23 Regulatory Commission

KERC order for Manali Sugars on refund of payment Karnataka Electricity Click here
received towards Late Payment Surcharge Regulatory Commission

KERC order for MESCOM regarding interest on delayed Karnataka Electricity Click here
payments to Soham Phalguni Renewable Regulatory Commission

POSOCO - Procedure for Carrying Out Inter- Power System Click here
Connection Studies of New Power System Elements Operation Corporation

MoP's Notification on Electricity (Amendment) Rules, Ministry of Power Click here

2023

APERC Issues Gazette Notification on Second Andhra Pradesh Click here

Amendment Fees Regulation, 2005 Electricity Regulatory
Commission

APERC's Draft 2nd Amendment for Determination of Andhra Pradesh Click here
Tariff for Transmission of Electricity Regulation, 2005 Electricity Regulatory
Commission

APERC's Draft Fifth Amendment for Determination of Andhra Pradesh Click here
Tariff for Wheeling and Retail Sale of Electricity Electricity Regulatory
Regulation 2005 Commission

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Event Organisation Source
hearing

CERC to hear GUVNL Vs Tata Power in Central Electricity Click here 2023-07-19
petition no. 117/MP/2023 for the adjudication Regulatory
on matters relating to the obligations Commission
Gujarat Urja Vikas
Nigam Ltd.
TATA Power
Company Limited

MoEF - Agenda for 44th EAC Meeting Government of India Click here 2023-07-19
Ministry of
Environment and
Forest

MPERC hearing on approval of the draft Pench Thermal Click here 2023-07-19
Supplementary PSA Pench Thermal Energy Energy (Mp) Limited
Vs MPPMCL,Adani Power & Mahan Energen Adani Power Limited
in Petition No. 25 of 2023 MP Electricity
Regulatory
Commission
Mahan Energen

MPERC public hearing on Madhya Pradesh MP Electricity Click here 2023-07-18

Electricity Supply Code Regulatory
Commission

UPERC hearing on approval of adoption Ministry of Power Click here 2023-07-18

UPNEDA in Petition No. 1977/2023 Uttar Pradesh
Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Government of India
Uttar Pradesh New
and Renewable
Energy Development
Agency

UPERC hearing on permission under clause Uttar Pradesh Power Click here 2023-07-18
KK Duplex & Paper Mills Vs UPPCL & Corporation Limited
PVVNL in Petition No. 1973/2023 Uttar Pradesh
Electricity Regulatory
Commission
KK Duplex Paper and
Mills Private Limited
Paschimanchal Vidyut
Vitaran Nigam Ltd

UPERC hearing on approval of adoption Uttar Pradesh Click here 2023-07-18

UPNEDA in Petition No. 1976/2023 Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Uttar Pradesh New
and Renewable
Energy Development
Agency

UPERC hearing on terms and conditions for Uttar Pradesh State Click here 2023-07-18
Open Access Aman Rolling Mills Vs Load Despatch
PVVNL,UPPTCL & UPSLDC in Petition No. Centre
1974/2023 Paschimanchal Vidyut
Vitaran Nigam Ltd
Uttar Pradesh
Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Uttar Pradesh Power
Transmission
Corporation Limited

BERC hearing on True-up of FY 2021-22, Bihar Electricity Click here 2023-07-18

APR for FY 2022-23, ARR for FY 2023-24 & Regulatory
and Tariff for FY 2023-24 in Petition No. Commission
08/2023

BERC hearing on commission for leasing of Bihar Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
Dark Fiber of OPGW Network in Petition No. Regulatory
11/2023 Commission

BERC hearing on regulatory approval on Central Electricity Click here 2023-07-18

procurement of 3.573 MW Power allocated by Authority
ERPC in Petition No. 13/2023 Ministry of Power
Bihar Electricity
Regulatory
Commission
Government of India

BERC hearing on Suo-Moto Proceeding for Bihar Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
determination of generic levelised Tariff for FY Regulatory
2023-24 Commission

BERC hearing on directions against the levy Bihar Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
of cross subsidy surcharge by the respondent Regulatory
in Petition No. 10/2023 Commission

BERC hearing on behalf of both the Bihar Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
DISCOMs for change in the provisions of Regulatory
Regulations 20 in Petition No. 03/2023 Commission

BERC hearing on behalf of SBPDCL for Bihar Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
review on tariff order in Petition No. 06/2023 Regulatory
Commission
South Bihar Power
Distribution Company
Limited

BERC hearing on behalf of NBPDCL for North Bihar Power Click here 2023-07-18
review on tariff order in Petition No. 09/2023 Distribution Company
Limited
Bihar Electricity
Regulatory
Commission

GERC hearing on adjudication of disputes Konark Gujarat PV Click here 2023-07-18

under the PPA Konark Gujarat PV Vs GUVNL Private Limited
in Petition No. 2018/2021 Gujarat Electricity
Regulatory
Commission
Gujarat Urja Vikas
Nigam Ltd.

GERC hearing on unliterally and illegally Juniper Green Three Click here 2023-07-18
deducted Juniper Green Three Vs UGVCL & Private Limited
GUVNL in Petition No. 2136/2022 Gujarat Electricity
Regulatory
Commission
UGVCL
Gujarat Urja Vikas
Nigam Ltd.

GERC hearing on extension/ deferment of Gujarat Urja Vikas Click here 2023-07-18
Scheduled Commercial Vena Energy Vs Nigam Ltd.
GUVNL in Petition No. 2144/2022 Gujarat Electricity
Regulatory
Commission
Vena Energy Clean
Power Private Limited

GERC hearing on implementation of the Gujarat State Load Click here 2023-07-18
Settlement GSLDC Vs GUVNL in Petition No. Despatch Centre
2147/2022 Gujarat Electricity
Regulatory
Commission
Gujarat Urja Vikas
Nigam Ltd.
MPERC hearing on MPPKVVCL Vs Lanxess Lanxess India Private Click here 2023-07-18
India & Grasim Industries in Petition No. Limited
28/2023 MP Electricity
Regulatory
Commission
Grasim Industries
MPPKVVC

MPERC hearing on commission for sale of Madhya Pradesh Click here 2023-07-18
power MPUVNL Vs Various Companies in Purva Kshetra Vidyut
Petition No. 29/2023 Vitaran Co
Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Kshetra
Vidyut Vitaran
Company Limited
MP Electricity
Regulatory
Commission
Madhya Pradesh Urja
Vikas Nigam Ltd

MPERC hearing on Late Payment Surcharge PTC India Limited Click here 2023-07-18
Lanco Amarkantak Power Vs MPPMCL & MP Electricity
PTC India in Petition No. 30/2023 Regulatory
Commission
Lanco Amarkantak
Power Limited
MP Power
Management
Company Ltd

MPERC hearing on levy of grid support MPMKVVC Click here 2023-07-18

charges MPPMCL Vs MP DISCOMs in Madhya Pradesh
Petition No. 31/2023 Purva Kshetra Vidyut
Vitaran Co
MP Electricity
Regulatory
Commission
MPPKVVC

MPERC hearing on Proceedings for Non- MP Power Click here 2023-07-18

Compliance SAP Energy Vs MPPMCL in Management
Petition No. 12/2023 Company Ltd
MP Electricity
Regulatory
Commission
SAP Energy &
Technology

MPERC hearing on Determination of ARR MPPKVVC Click here 2023-07-18

UltraTech Cement Vs MPPKVCL in Petition MP Electricity
No. 15/2023 Regulatory
Commission
UltraTech Cement
Limited

MPERC hearing on rebate for Captive power Birla Corporation Ltd. Click here 2023-07-18
plant Birla Corporation Vs MPPuKVVCL in MP Electricity
Petition No. 16/2023 Regulatory
Commission
Madhya Pradesh
Purva Kshetra Vidyut
Vitaran Co

MPERC hearing on generation of electricity Madhya Pradesh Click here 2023-07-18

Porwal Auto Components Vs Various State Load Despatch
Companies in Petition No. 17/2023 Centre
MP Power
Management
Company Ltd
MP Electricity
Regulatory
Commission
Madhya Pradesh
Power Transmission
Company Limited

MPERC hearing on Providing Electric Line Madhya Pradesh Click here 2023-07-18
Harsh Nirman Vs MPPKVVCL & MPPKVC in Purva Kshetra Vidyut
Petition No. 20/2023 Vitaran Co
MP Electricity
Regulatory
Commission
MPPKVVC
Harsh Nirman
Infraworld LLP

MPERC hearing on connected to distribution MPMKVVC Click here 2023-07-18

system MPPTCL Vs MP DISCOMs in Petition MP Industrial
No. 22/2023 Development
Corporation Limited
MP Electricity
Regulatory
Commission
MPPKVVC

MPERC hearing on project for replacement/ Kalpataru Satpura Click here 2023-07-18
upgradation MPSLDC Vs Various Companies Transco Pvt Ltd
in Petition No. 23/2023 MPPKVVC
Jaiprakash Power
Ventures Limited
Western Central
Railways

MERC hearing on approval of the Power Maharashtra Click here 2023-07-18

Procurement Plan Tata Power in Petition No. Electricity Regulatory
39/MP/2023 Commission
TATA Power
Company Limited

MERC hearing on Transaction of Business Maharashtra Click here 2023-07-18

TP Saurya Vs MSPGCL in Petition No. Electricity Regulatory
66/AD/2023 Commission
Maharashtra State
Power Generation
Company Limited
Tata Power Saurya
Limited
Mahavitran

MERC hearing on payment of fixed charges Maharashtra Click here 2023-07-18

JSWEL Vs MSEDCL in Petition No. Electricity Regulatory
211/AD/2022 Commission
JSW Energy Limited
Mahavitran

MERC hearing on banking of Energy Saranyu Power Click here 2023-07-18

MSEDCL Vs Saranyu Power in Petition No. Trading Private
122/MP/2023 Limited
Maharashtra
Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Mahavitran

KSERC hearing on approval of cost data Kerala State Click here 2023-07-18
KSEB in Petition No. 36/2023 Electricity Regulatory
Commission
KSEB

KSERC hearing on waiver of supervision Kochi Metro Rail Click here 2023-07-18
charges KMRL Vs KSEB in Petition No. Corporation Ltd.
41/2023 Kerala State
Electricity Regulatory
Commission
KSEB

APTEL hearing on Pinpoint Energy K1 Vs Karnataka Electricity Click here 2023-07-18

KERC for APL-335/2018 & IA-1414/2018 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Pinpoint Energy K1
Private Limited

APTEL hearing on Sukhbir Agro Energy Vs Uttar Pradesh Click here 2023-07-18
UPERC for APL-88/2018 & IA-300/2018 Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Sukhbir Agro Energy
Limited

APTEL hearing on PSPN Synergy Vs UPERC Uttar Pradesh Click here 2023-07-18
for APL-102/2018 Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Pspn Synergy Private
Limited

APTEL hearing on Salasar Green Energy Vs Uttar Pradesh Click here 2023-07-18
UPERC for APL-129/2018 Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Salasar Green Energy
Private Limited

APTEL hearing on Lohia Developers Vs Lohia Developers Click here 2023-07-18

UPERC for APL-302/2018 & IA-1120/2018 India private limited
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Uttar Pradesh
Electricity Regulatory
Commission

APTEL hearing on Jindal Poly Films Vs Central Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
CERC for APL-272/2019 & IA-683/2019 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Jindal Poly Films Ltd.

APTEL hearing on IWPA Vs GERC for APL- Gujarat Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
17/2020 & IA-2262/2019 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Indian Wind Power
Association

APTEL hearing on Vish Wind Infrastrukture Gujarat Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
Vs GERC for APL-141/2020 & IA-8/2020 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Vish Wind
Infrastrukture

APTEL hearing on APPCC Vs CERC for IA- Central Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
1184/2020 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Andhra Pradesh
Power Coordination
Committee

APTEL hearing on Hero Future Energies Vs Karnataka Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
KERC for APL-409/2022 & IA-534/2023 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Hero Future Energies

APTEL hearing on Hirehalli Solar Power Vs BESCOM Click here 2023-07-18

BESCOM for EP-17/2021 & IA-647/2022 Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Hirehalli Solar Power
Project LLP

APTEL hearing on Hunsankodili Solar Power Hunsankodili Solar Click here 2023-07-18
Vs BESCOM for EP-18/2021 & IA-646/2022 Power Project
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
BESCOM

APTEL hearing on AEML Vs MERC for APL- Maharashtra Click here 2023-07-18
237/2016 & IA-513/2016 Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Adani Electricity
Mumbai Ltd.

APTEL hearing on GRIDCO Vs NTPC for NTPC Limited Click here 2023-07-18
APL-258/2022 Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
GRIDCO

APTEL hearing on Lanco Amarkantak Power Haryana Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
Vs HERC for APL-435/2022 & IA-1884/2022 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Lanco Amarkantak
Power Limited

APTEL hearing on Sardar Power Vs APERC Andhra Pradesh Click here 2023-07-18
for APL-70/2023 & IA-818/2023 Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Sardar Power Pvt Ltd.

APTEL hearing on MESCOM Vs SRM Power Srm Power Private Click here 2023-07-18
for APL-187/2023 & IA-986/2023 Limited
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
MESCOM

APTEL hearing on KESCO Vs UPERC for Uttar Pradesh Click here 2023-07-18
APL-222/2023 Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Kanpur Electricity
Supply Co. Limited

APTEL hearing on DVVNL Vs UPERC for Uttar Pradesh Click here 2023-07-18
APL-225/2023 Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
DVVN

APTEL hearing on Vedanta Vs OERC for Odisha Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
APL-252/2023 & IA-871/2023 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Vedanta Limited

APTEL hearing on Parbati Koldam Central Electricity Click here 2023-07-18

Transmission Vs CERC for APL-303/2023 & Regulatory
IA-1257/2023 Commission
 Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Parbati Koldam
Transmission
Company Limited

APTEL hearing on PVVNL Vs UPERC for Uttar Pradesh Click here 2023-07-18
APL-304/2023 Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Paschimanchal Vidyut
Vitaran Nigam Ltd

APTEL hearing on Tata Power Vs JSERC for Jharkhand State Click here 2023-07-18
APL-312/2023 Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
TATA Power
Company Limited

APTEL hearing on APTRANSCO Vs CERC Central Electricity Click here 2023-07-18

for APL-323/2023 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
APTRANSCO

APTEL hearing on Haldia Energy Vs WBERC West Bengal Click here 2023-07-18
for APL-324/2023 Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Haldia Energy Limited

APTEL hearing on Beta Wind Farm Vs Andhra Pradesh Click here 2023-07-18
APERC for APL-600/2023 & IA-1416/2023 Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Beta Wind Farm Pvt
Ltd

APTEL hearing on TANGEDCO Vs CERC for Central Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
IA-1985/2022 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
TANGEDCO

APTEL hearing on BSPHCL Vs CERC for IA- Central Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
1601/2023 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Bihar State Power
Holding Company
Limited

APTEL hearing on WBSEDCL Vs CERC for Central Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
IA-1622/2023 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
WBSEDCL

APTEL hearing on Darbhanga-Motihari Central Electricity Click here 2023-07-18

Transmission Vs CERC for IA-1620/2023 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Darbhanga - Motihari
Transmission
Company Limited

APTEL hearing on GRIDCO Vs OERC for IA- Odisha Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
1614/2023 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
GRIDCO

APTEL hearing on NHPC Vs CERC for IA- Central Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
517/2023 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
NHPC Limited

APTEL hearing on DVC Vs WBSEDCL for IA- WBSEDCL Click here 2023-07-18
857/2023 Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Damodar Valley
Corporation

APTEL hearing on UPPCL Vs UPERC for IA- Uttar Pradesh Click here 2023-07-18
853/2023 Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Uttar Pradesh Power
Corporation Limited

APTEL hearing on Mytrah Vayu (Pennar) Vs Andhra Pradesh Click here 2023-07-18
APERC for IA-988/2023 Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Mytrah Vayu (Pennar)
Pvt. Ltd

APTEL hearing on Avaada RJHN Vs HERC Haryana Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
for IA-1324/2023 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Avaada RJHN Private
Limited

APTEL hearing on Reliance Jio Infocomm Vs Assam Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
AERC for IA-1611/2023 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Reliance Jio
Infocomm Ltd

APTEL hearing on India Cements Vs TSERC Telangana State Click here 2023-07-18
for IA-1469/2023 Electricity Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
India Cements
Limited

APTEL hearing on TANGEDCO Vs CERC for Central Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
IA-1525/2023 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
TANGEDCO

APTEL hearing on North Karanpura Vs Central Electricity Click here 2023-07-18

CERC for APL-188/2022 & IA-1484/2023 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
North Karanpura
Transco

APTEL hearing on TSSPDCL Vs CERC for Southern Power Click here 2023-07-18
APL-109/2020 & IA-1491/2019 Distribution Company
of Telangana Limited
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Central Electricity
Regulatory
Commission

APTEL hearing on PGCIL Vs CERC for APL- Power Grid Click here 2023-07-18
24/2021 & IA-1159/2019 Corporation Of India
Limited
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Central Electricity
Regulatory
Commission

APTEL hearing on Bhopal Dhule Central Electricity Click here 2023-07-18

Transmission Vs CERC for APL-272/2018 & Regulatory
IA-1210/2018 Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Bhopal Dhule
Transmission
Company Limited

APTEL hearing on Amreli Power Vs GERC Gujarat Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
for APL-363/2022 & IA-1289/2022 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
Amreli Power Projects
Limited

APTEL hearing on OPGC Vs OERC for IA- Odisha Electricity Click here 2023-07-18
1845/2022 Regulatory
Commission
Appellate Tribunal For
Electricity
OPGC

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KREDL invites bid for Operation and maintenance of 7 Karnataka Renewable Click here
Nos. of 4.35 MW capacity of Wind Turbine Generators Energy Development
Limited

SECI invites bid for Selection of Agency for Conducting Solar Energy Click here
Geo-Technical Study and Topography Survey at Corporation of India
Mithakari site of South Andaman Limited

SECI invites bid for Selection of Agency to carry out soil Solar Energy Click here
investigation at proposed 13 GW RE project sites in Leh Corporation of India
Limited

PGCIL invites bid for Supply of Grid Connected Solar Power Grid Corporation Click here
Rooftop System in various substations of Of India Limited
POWERGRID, NR-III

MoR invites bid for Implementation of Rooftop Solar PV Ministry of Railways Click here
Projects for Indian Railways

JREDA invites bid for Supply of Solar Photo voltaic Jharkhand Renewable Click here
Mini/Micro Grid/Solar Standalone System of different Energy Development
capacities Agency Ltd

PSTCL Invites bid for Implementation of Grid PSTCL Click here

Connected Roof Top Solar Plant of 1699 kWp under
RESCO

HPCL invites bid for upply of 850 KW Solar PV Power Hindustan Petroleum Click here
Generation Systems at Delhi Terminal Corporation Limited

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