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 […]
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 […]
