MERC Extends RPO Deadline to FY26 for Open Access Consumers Updated On Fri, Jun 20th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has mandated that all Open Access consumers in the state must meet their cumulative Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) shortfalls for the period 2014–2020 by the end of the 2025–26 financial year. The directive, part of a final order, was issued by the Commission’s bench comprising Chairperson Sanjay Kumar and […] Read more
MSEDCL At Wrong End Of MERC Orders Again, Now Over Delay In Net Billing Updated On Thu, Jun 19th, 2025 by Saurenergy MSEDCL or Mahavitaran, the key discom entity in Maharashtra outside Mumbai, has regularly been in the news for issues related to its tardy handling of renewable project related matters. Or efforts to slow down renewable adoption even in many cases by making it less attractive. In the latest instance of drawing regulatory censure for its […] Read more
MERC Clarifies On Rooftop Solar, Open Access Rules Updated On Tue, May 20th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has issued key clarifications on rooftop solar and open access energy rules, addressing consumer concerns on banking charges, eligibility, and implementation under recently amended regulations. In an order passed last week, the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) responded to a public interest petition filed by a renewable energy consultant. […] Read more
Enerparc Energy announces 35 MWp Solar IPP Project in Gujarat Updated On Tue, Apr 29th, 2025 by Saurenergy German EPC firm Enerparc Energy, which has its India headquarters in Bengaluru, has announced its 35 MWp IPP solar project in Gujarat. Designed to cater to the growing demand for clean energy among Commercial and Industrial (C&I) consumers. Early off-takers hails from prominent industrial players across sectors such as recycling, automotive, packaging and plastics, and […] Read more
Consumers In Karnataka To Pay 8 Charges For Open Access: KERC Updated On Thu, Apr 3rd, 2025 by Saurenergy Months after the Karnataka High Court struck down the state’s existing open access rules, the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has introduced a revised regulatory framework. The newly notified KERC (Terms and Conditions for Open Access) Regulations, 2025, aim to streamline access for power consumers and generators. Eight Charges for Open Access Connections Under the […] Read more
MERC Orders MSEDCL to Refund Faulty Open Access Charges Updated On Tue, Mar 25th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has directed MSEDCL to refund charges incorrectly levied on three solar power generators. The order came to the limelight after three SPVs of Tata Power approached the state power regulator. The petitioners blamed the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd. (MSEDCL) for incorrectly levying charges for open-access connections. The […] Read more
MERC’s No To Wind-Solar-Thermal Bundling for OA Consumers In Maharashtra Updated On Wed, Feb 5th, 2025 by Saurenergy In an order that left some hope for a future rethink on the issue, the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has rejected a plea by the Captive Power Producers Association(CPPA) in the state to direct the key state discom/s to allow bundling of solar, wind and thermal power for use by captive consumers too. MSEDCL […] Read more
After HC Order, KERC Brings New Draft Open Access Rules Updated On Mon, Jan 20th, 2025 by Saurenergy Days after the Karnataka High Court struck down the Centre’s rules on Green Energy Open Access and the corresponding state regulations, the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has introduced a fresh set of draft regulations on open access. KERC has invited stakeholders to submit their objections and suggestions before February 15, 2025. The new draft […] Read more
SBI Caps: Open Access Offered 20% Cost Advantage In Four States Updated On Thu, Jan 16th, 2025 by Saurenergy India saw 2024 as a pivotal year for renewable energy, surpassing the 200 GW threshold in installed capacity. Solar energy installed capacity registered a healthy 8% y/y growth in CY24. The SBI Caps report noted exceptional growth and a blip in energy demand, with the non-utility share standing out due to a 25% increase, the […] Read more
