Power
FAC holds back clearance for 3,097 MW HEP in Arunachal Pradesh
The MoEFCC’s Forest Advisory Committee (FAC) has deferred the forest clearance for the 3,097 MW Etalin hydroelectric project in Dibang […]
Year: 2017
Power
India becomes net exporter of power
As per the Central Electricity Authority, India has become a net exporter of electricity for the first time. During April […]
Power
India crosses 10 GW solar generation mark
The country’s solar power generation capacity crossed the 10,000 MW mark on March 10, 2017, recording an over 300 per […]
Power
NPCIL commissions second unit of nuclear plant in TN
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited has commissioned the second 1,000 MW unit of the Kudankulam nuclear power plant in […]
Power
Powergrid commissions Pole I of HVDC transmission system in Chhattisgarh
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (Powergrid) has commissioned Pole I of the ±800 kV Champa-Kurukshetra high voltage direct current (HVDC) […]
Power
NTPC achieves 50 GW generation capacity
NTPC Limited’s installed capacity has crossed the 50,000 MW mark. The utility recently commissioned the 660 MW second unit of […]
Power
MoP issues 3.8 million ESCerts under PAT Cycle I
The Ministry of Power has issued over 3.8 million energy saving certificates (ESCerts) to designated consumers (DCs) under the first […]
Power
Alternative Regulations: Negative impact of net metering calls for options
At the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change held in Paris, India made a commitment to reduce its carbon […]
Power
MoEFCC approves 624 MW Kiru HEP in Jammu & Kashmir
The MoEFCC’s Expert Appraisal Committee has accorded approval for the setting up of the 624 MW Kiru hydroelectric project on […]
Power
MoP identifies new UMPPs in five states
The Ministry of Power (MoP) has identified new ultra mega power projects (UMPPs) in Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and […]
Power
Distribution Hope: IPDS sets the pace for segment revival
Things are looking up for the distribution segment with a number of initiatives taken by the government for its revival. […]
Water
11 waste to energy plants approved in Andhra Pradesh
The Andhra Pradesh government has approved implementation of 11 waste-to-energy (WtE) plant projects under the government’s ‘Swachh Andhra’ programme. While […]
Water
Centre awards contracts for construction of sewage treatment infrastructure in Patna
The Union Government has awarded contracts worth Rs 10.50 billion for development of sewage treatment infrastructure in Patna, Bihar under […]
Water
Two new reservoirs to be developed in Hyderabad
HMWSSB is planning on constructing two new reservoirs to meet the city’s future water requirements. These reservoirs will be developed […]
Power
Setting Benchmarks: AMI guidelines define minimum functionalities and performance requirements
The government has taken a number of initiatives to promote the installation of smart meters in India. In November 2015, […]
Technology Focus
Metering Measures: Focus on greater automation and accuracy
A robust metering infrastructure is essential for strengthening the power distribution segment. Efficient metering practices help maintain the financial health […]
Smart Cities
Urbanisation Drive: Update on the Smart Cities Mission
Urbanisation is inevitable in a growing economy. India too is in the middle of a massive transition, from being primarily […]
Technology Focus
Management Assets: Balancing cost parameters with technology innovations
The efficient management of infrastructure is crucial for a distribution utility in order to supply quality power in today’s time. […]
Water
Sweeping Change: Swachhata-MoUD mobile application improves grievance redressal
Over the past three years, the government has focused more on maintaining sanitation and cleanliness standards, and ensuring an open […]
Power
Load Management: Solutions for efficient handling of variable demand
Distribution utilities today need to meet power demand with efficiency and reliability. They need to address changing consumer demand at […]