In Short : Governments play a crucial role in protecting consumers during the ongoing energy crisis by ensuring affordable energy access, stabilizing prices, supporting vulnerable households, and accelerating clean energy adoption. Effective policies such as subsidies, energy efficiency programs, renewable energy investments, and market reforms can reduce financial pressure on citizens while strengthening long-term energy […]
Noida Consumers Achieve Zero Electricity Bills Under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana – EQ
In Short : Residential consumers in Noida are reporting zero electricity bills after installing rooftop solar systems under the PM Surya Ghar scheme. The initiative promotes clean energy adoption by offering subsidies and incentives, enabling households to generate their own power, reduce grid dependence, and significantly cut electricity costs while supporting India’s renewable energy transition. […]
Peer-to-Peer Power Trading Set to Transform How Consumers Buy and Sell Electricity – EQ
In Short : Consumers may soon be able to buy and sell electricity directly among themselves through peer-to-peer power trading systems. The model allows households and businesses with surplus renewable energy to trade power with others, improving energy efficiency, lowering costs, and creating a more decentralized, consumer-driven electricity market supported by digital platforms and smart […]
Power Ministry Pushes Measures to Reduce Electricity Costs for Consumers – EQ
In Short : The power ministry has outlined measures aimed at lowering electricity costs for consumers while ensuring reliable supply. The focus is on improving efficiency across generation, transmission, and distribution, alongside financial reforms and better resource planning. These efforts seek to balance affordability with sustainability, supporting households and industries as electricity demand continues to […]
Smart Metering Under RDSS Faces Uncertainty as Power Ministry Backs Cost Recovery from Consumers – EQ
In Short : The rollout of smart metering under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) faces uncertainty as the power ministry supports recovering project costs directly from consumers. The move has raised concerns among states and utilities about public acceptance, affordability, and implementation challenges, potentially impacting the pace of smart meter deployment across India. In […]
Maharashtra Court Ruling Puts 20-Hour Solar Banking to Rest; 17-Hour Option Under Review as Fairness Toward Consumers Takes Center Stage – EQ
Summary: It should be safe to assume that 20 hours banking won’t be back, 17 hours banking for solar is a possibility and net metering may continue as it is. However, the court has directed MSEDCL to be fair with consumers. Looks like it will be challenged in supreme court. This Court should be specially […]
Guidelines regarding metering for Low Tension Consumers willing to Open Access under MERC Green Energy Open Access Regulations – EQ
Summary: — ## 🏢 **Issuing Authority** * **Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd. (MSEDCL)** * Office of the **Chief Engineer (Commercial)** * **Circular No.**: 350 * **Date**: 07 August 2025 * **Reference**: MERC (Distribution Open Access) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2023 – notified on 10 November 2023 — ## 📜 **Background** * MERC’s amended DOA regulation […]
EV Adoption: 64% Consumers Likely to Choose Electric Vehicle – TCS Study – EQ
In Short : A recent study by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) shows that 64% of consumers are likely to choose electric vehicles (EVs) for their next purchase. This growing inclination reflects increasing awareness of environmental issues, improved EV technology, and supportive policies. The study highlights a significant shift in consumer preferences, signaling a promising future […]
Proposed Amendments in JERC Supply Code, 2018
Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (for the State of Goa & Union Territories) invites suggestions/comments/inputs/objections from Public/Stakeholders/ Consumers /Consumers Organizations on the proposed amendments in JERC(Electricity Supply Code),2018 interested person may give their Suggestions / Comments on the Draft Regulations, to be sent by registered post / e-mail latest by 3rd June, 2021. For more information […]
Draft: Electricity Right of Consumers
Draft: Electricity Right of Consumers. For more information please see below link.