Power Play: CERC issues order on a shadow pilot model for market coupling
On February 6, 2024, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) issued a suo moto order directing Grid […]
Regulation
Power Play: CERC issues order on a shadow pilot model for market coupling
Spot Market Evolution
IEX proposes exotic bids in the day-ahead market
The country’s leading power exchange, the Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) has proposed to introduce “exotic bids” (new […]
Seamless Exchange
CERC notifies regulations for cross-border electricity trade
In March 2019, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) notified the Cross-Border Trade of Electricity (CBTE) Regulations. […]
Checking Imbalances
SAMAST implementation to strengthen intra-state power system operations
System operators in India are preparing themselves to meet the challenges looming over the electricity sector. These […]
Empowering LDCs
FOR report on capacity building of load despatch centres
Indian load despatchers have a critical role to play in the smooth operation of power systems and […]
Revised Tariff Norms
In December 2018, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) released the draft Terms and Conditions of Tariff […]
Improved Penalty Mechanism
CERC’s amendment to DSM regulations links deviation charges to DAM
In line with the changing market scenario, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), in November 2018, notified […]
Streamlining the Merit Order
POSOCO releases consultation paper on optimal utilisation of ISGS capacity
In September 2018, the Power System Corporation of India (POSOCO) published a consultation paper on “Security Constrained […]
Power Quality Regulations
FoR report takes a comprehensive look at key issues
Power quality refers to both the extent of deviation or distortion in pure supply waveform and continuity […]
Towards Market Maturity
CERC paper proposes redesigning the ancillary services mechanism
In September 2018, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) published a discussion paper on “Re-designing Ancillary Services […]
Move to Fast Markets
In July 2018, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) passed a landmark order on “Pilot Project on […]
Promoting Uptake
Regulators’ role in addressing smart metering challenges
Power utilities across the country are undertaking the large-scale adoption of smart meters in their distribution areas […]
Preparing the Ground
CERC releases consultation paper on regulations for the next tariff period
In May 2018, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) released a consultation paper on the terms and […]
Weighing the Risks
FoR report analyses the competitive bidding scenario
It has been nearly a decade since the power sector shifted to the market-driven competitive bidding regime […]
Inching Towards 50Hz
CERC report suggests tighter frequency controls
The Indian power sector has been witnessing several changes in the past few years – a change […]
Capturing Market Realities
Indian power system operators are facing the challenge of rapidly integrating a large quantum of infirm renewable […]
Regulatory Constraints
FoR makes recommendations on easing open access
While the Electricity Act, 2003 allows open access to facilitate competitive sale and purchase of power, its […]
Honouring PPAs
APERC disallows withdrawal of 41 wind contracts
Bringing relief to wind power developers in the state, the Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) has […]
Introducing GNA
CERC notifies draft regulations for a new transmission planning approach
A number of sector developments including the increasing focus on renewable energy, the slowdown in the signing […]
Revised Norms
CEA notifies new methodology for coal stock monitoring
The monitoring of coal supply to thermal power plants (TPPs) is crucial to identify the plants facing […]