Summary: — ### **1. Regulatory Context** * Issued by the Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KSERC) under Sections 61 and 181 of the Electricity Act, 2003. * Proposed as the **Third Amendment** to the Tariff Regulations, 2021, following earlier amendments in 2023 and 2024. * Applicable for the ongoing **Control Period 2022–2027**. * Draft published […]
MNRE Reports Historic 44.5 GW Renewable Energy Capacity Added by November 2025 – EQ
In Short : India added a record 44.5 GW of renewable energy capacity by November this year, marking the highest-ever annual expansion in the sector. Driven mainly by solar and supported by wind power growth, the achievement highlights strong policy execution, rising investment momentum, and India’s accelerating transition toward a cleaner, more secure, and sustainable […]
2025 Marks Highest-Ever Renewable Energy Expansion in India’s Energy Transition Journey – EQ
In Short : The year 2025 stands out as a landmark in India’s clean energy journey, recording the highest-ever annual addition of renewable energy capacity. Driven largely by rapid solar deployment and steady wind growth, this expansion strengthened India’s energy security, accelerated decarbonisation, and reinforced the country’s commitment to achieving long-term climate and sustainability goals. […]
Chhattisgarh State Electricity Supply Code (Fifth Amendment) 2025 – EQ
Summary: — ### **Document Summary: Chhattisgarh State Electricity Supply Code (Fifth Amendment), 2025** ### **Legal Basis:** The CSERC exercises powers under: – **Sections 50, 181(2)(t), 181(2)(x), 43(1), 46, 47(1), 47(4), 181(1), 181(2)(v), and 181(2)(w)** of the **Electricity Act, 2003**. – The amendment aligns with the **Ministry of Power, Government of India’s** initiative for **Ease of […]
CSER Commission (Conduct of Business) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2025 – EQ
Summary: — ### **Document Summary: Chhattisgarh State Electricity Regulatory Commission (CSERC) Amendment Notification** ### **Background:** The CSERC has issued this notification in exercise of powers under **Section 181 of the Electricity Act, 2003**. The amendment is made in compliance with: 1. The order dated **12 April 2018** by the **Supreme Court of India** in *Civil […]
India Reclaims Position as World’s Third-Largest Wind Market in 2025: BNEF – EQ
In Short : India has reclaimed its position as the world’s third-largest wind power market in 2025, according to BloombergNEF. Accelerated project execution, improved policy clarity, and rising demand for clean energy have driven higher capacity additions. The resurgence highlights India’s strengthening wind sector and its critical role in meeting long-term renewable energy and decarbonisation […]
CSERC (Terms and conditions for determination of tariff for Renewable Energy sources) Regulations, 2025 – EQ
Summary: — 1. **Scope & Eligibility**: * Applies to RE projects achieving Commercial Operation Date (COD) between **1st April 2025 and 31st March 2030**, located within the state, and supplying their entire power to state distribution licensees on a long-term basis. * Defines eligibility criteria for various technologies: Wind, Small Hydro, Solar (PV, Thermal, Floating), […]
CSERC (Terms and Conditions for determination of Multi-Year Tariff) Regulations, 2025 – EQ
Summary: —- **1. Scope of Application:** The Regulations apply to the following entities operating in Chhattisgarh: * State Transmission Utility * Generating companies (supplying power to distribution licensees in the state under long-term agreements, except stations under central jurisdiction and certain renewable energy stations) * All intra-state transmission licensees * All distribution licensees * State […]
Draft CSERC (Terms and Conditions for determination of Multi-Year Tariff) Regulations, 2025 – EQ
Summary: — ## **PART 1: INTRODUCTION & SCOPE** ### **1.1 Legal Basis & Commencement** * **Enacted under:** Sections 61, 62, 181(2), and 32(3) of the Electricity Act, 2003. * **Control Period:** April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2030. * **Applicability:** Extends to the entire state of Chhattisgarh. ### **1.2 Regulated Entities** The regulations apply to: […]
Draft CERC(Terms and Conditions of Tariff) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2025 – EQ
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 […]