Summary: — ### **Key Points:** 1. **Legal Basis:** Prepared under Section 178(2)(s) of the Electricity Act, 2003, read with Sections 61 and 62. 2. **Document Availability:** The draft regulations are available on the CERC website: [www.cercind.gov.in](http://www.cercind.gov.in). 3. **Invitation for Stakeholder Feedback:** – Views/comments/suggestions/objections are invited from stakeholders and interested persons. – Submissions must include **1 […]
Drat GERC (Net Metering Roo5op Solar PV Grid Interactive Systems) (Fifth Amendment) Regulations, 2025 – EQ
Summary: — ### 1. Short title, extent, commencement * The amendment is titled **“Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (Net Metering Rooftop Solar PV Grid Interactive Systems) (Fifth Amendment) Regulations, 2025.”** * It **extends to the whole of Gujarat** and **comes into force on publication in the Official Gazette**. ### 2. Amendment to **Clause 7** (connectivity / […]
In the matter of the RERC (Grid Interactive Distributed Renewable Energy Generating Systems) (Third Amendment) Regulations, 2025 – EQ
Summary: — ## **1. Introduction of Updated Definition: Distributed Renewable Energy System (DRE)** The Order introduces a comprehensive new definition of **DRE Systems**, applicable to domestic and non-domestic consumers. These systems use renewable sources (solar, hydro, biogas, biomass, geothermal, wind) and must be located on the consumer’s premises or group/shared locations. They may operate individually […]
Electricity (Amendment) Bill 2025 Paves the Way for Competitive, Transparent, and Renewable-Driven Power Market in India – EQ
In Short : The Electricity (Amendment) Bill 2025 proposes major reforms to India’s power sector, allowing multiple distributors in one area to boost competition. It mandates cost-reflective tariffs, phases out cross-subsidies, and requires direct subsidies from states. The Bill empowers regulators, supports renewable energy obligations, and aims to make India’s electricity market more efficient, transparent, […]
India Set to Emerge as Global Solar Powerhouse with Manufacturing Capacity Surpassing 125 GW by 2025 – EQ
In Short : India’s solar manufacturing capacity is projected to surpass 125 GW by 2025, according to Wood Mackenzie. This rapid expansion is driven by government incentives, policy support, and rising domestic demand. With significant investments in module and cell production, India is positioning itself as a global solar manufacturing hub, reducing import dependence and […]
Draft Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission [Framework for Demand Flexibility / Demand Side Management] Regulations, 2025 – EQ
Summary: — ### **2. Key Definitions** The regulation introduces crucial terms such as: * **Aggregator:** An entity registered with the distribution licensee to manage demand response, distributed generation, or storage. * **Demand Flexibility (DF):** The ability to vary electricity consumption patterns dynamically to balance supply and demand. * **DF Portfolio Obligation (DFPO):** Annual targets for […]
Clarification on Solar Systems, Devices and Components Goods Order, 2025 dated 27th January 2025 – EQ
Summary: The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), through its Standard and Quality Control (S&QC) Division, issued an official clarification letter on 21 October 2025 from its headquarters at Atal Akshaya Urja Bhawan, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003. The clarification refers to the “Solar Systems, Devices and Components Goods Order, 2025 […]
India Adds Record 34.4 GW of Solar and Wind Capacity in First Nine Months of 2025 – EQ
In Short : India added a record 34.4 GW of solar and wind capacity in the first nine months of 2025, surpassing 2024’s total additions by 71%. Utility-scale solar contributed 22.5 GW, rooftop solar 5.8 GW, and wind 4.96 GW. Total renewable capacity reached 247.3 GW. Strong government support, declining module prices, and corporate demand are driving India’s accelerated clean […]
BMW Accelerates Toward an Electric Future: One in Four Cars to Be Fully Electric by 2025 – EQ
In Short : BMW announced that by 2025, one in every four cars it sells will be an electric vehicle, reflecting its accelerating shift toward sustainable mobility. The company is heavily investing in battery technology, expanding its EV portfolio, and building robust charging networks to meet the growing global demand for eco-friendly transportation and carbon-neutral […]
Union MoS Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh shares India’s vision for Sustainable, Nature-positive Urban Development at the IUCN World Conservation Congress, 2025 at Abu Dhabi – EQ
In Short : Union Minister of State Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh presented India’s vision for sustainable, nature-positive urban development at the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025 in Abu Dhabi. He emphasized India’s commitment to balancing urban expansion with ecological preservation, highlighting innovative policies, green infrastructure, and global partnerships aimed at achieving environmentally resilient and inclusive […]