In Short : The Supreme Court has ruled that electricity regulatory commissions have the authority to determine tariffs but must align decisions with government policy directions. The judgment clarifies the balance between regulatory independence and policy guidance. The ruling is expected to impact tariff approvals, renewable energy procurement, and power sector planning while ensuring consistency […]
Electricity Regulators Have Tariff Power but Must Respect Renewable Incentive Purpose: Supreme Court – EQ
Summary: —- ### Facts of the Case – The **MNRE** introduced the **Generation Based Incentive (GBI)** Scheme in 2009 to promote wind energy. The scheme explicitly stated that the incentive was “over and above the tariff that may be approved by the State Electricity Regulatory Commissions.” – The **Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC)** framed […]
CAQM Reviews Supreme Court-Mandated Expert Report at 27th Meeting; PM2.5 Identified as Key Pollutant in Delhi – EQ
In Short : At its 27th meeting, the CAQM reviewed a Supreme Court-mandated report identifying PM2.5 as Delhi’s key pollutant, with secondary particulates (27%) and transport (23%) as major winter sources. To combat this, the commission approved 46 new monitoring stations, mandated stricter industrial emission standards, and urged barrier-free toll plazas to reduce traffic congestion. […]
Supreme Court Clarifies Firm vs Infirm Power Payments for Gas-Based Projects: Fixed Charges Payable from Unit-Level Commercial Operation – EQ
Summary: — ## Business Summary – Key Points * **Dispute Context** * The case involved a payment dispute between **TANGEDCO** and **Penna Electricity Ltd.** regarding electricity supplied between **29 Oct 2005 and 30 Jun 2006**. * The core issue was whether the power supplied during this period was **“firm power” (fixed + variable charges)** or […]
Supreme Court Mandates States to Clear Power Dues in 4 Years, Paving Way for Tariff Hikes Nationwide – EQ
In Short : The Supreme Court has ordered all states and Union Territories to clear power distribution companies’ (DisComs) regulatory dues within four years, starting April 2024. New dues must be settled within three years. This ruling mandates cost-reflective tariffs, likely causing a rise in electricity bills across India, while ensuring financial stability and accountability […]
Climate change impacts constitutional guarantee of right to equality: SC – EQ
In Short – The Supreme Court acknowledges climate change’s impact on the constitutional guarantee of the right to equality. It underscores the need for equitable solutions, recognizing environmental degradation’s disproportionate effects on marginalized communities, emphasizing the intersectionality of justice and sustainability. In Details – New Delhi Climate change impacts the constitutional guarantee of the right […]
Climate crisis impacts citizens’ right to life: Supreme Court – EQ
In Short – The Supreme Court recognizes that the climate crisis directly impacts citizens’ fundamental right to life. This acknowledgment underscores the urgency of addressing environmental concerns and implementing measures to mitigate climate change, safeguarding the well-being of present and future generations. In Details – Climate change impacts the constitutional guarantee of right to life, […]
Supreme Court refuses to entertain plea against Chandigarh electric vehicle policy; asks petitioner to move HC – EQ Mag
The Chandigarh administration, as part of the 2022 Electric Vehicle Policy, decided it will not register non-electric two-wheelers between February 10 and March 31 this year. The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a petition filed by Federation of Automobile ADalers Association against the the Chandigarh administration’s electric vehicle (EV) policy 2022 [Federation of […]
Supreme Court to examine if tariff determined under PPA can be revised – EQ Mag
Supreme Court sought the response of Tata Power to an appeal filed against the Andhra Pradesh High Court order which held that tariff determined under long-term PPA cannot be revised by a State ERC The Supreme Court on Wednesday sought the response of Tata Power to an appeal filed against the Andhra Pradesh High Court […]
Supreme Court Sets Aside Order Cancelling Electricity Distribution License Granted To Jindal Steel Power Ltd. – EQ Mag Pro
The Supreme Court has set aside the order of the Appellate Tribunal for Electricity canceling the electricity distribution license granted to Jindal Steel Power Ltd. While allowing the appeal of Jindal Steel Power Ltd. – Appellant, the Bench of Justice Ajay Rastogi and Justice BV Nagarathna observed that under the Electricity Act 2003, the appropriate […]