The document discusses power distribution in India, focusing on distribution franchisees. It provides an overview of the current state of power distribution, including high AT&C losses around 27% on average. Distribution utilities have been losing money, with aggregate losses increasing from 2008-2009 to 2009-2010 before decreasing in 2010-2011. The document discusses steps taken to privatize distribution, including different models of private sector participation like management contracts, franchise models, and private licensees. It provides examples of recent distribution franchise deals across several states. Key benefits to utilities and franchisees from franchise models are outlined. Issues around standardizing bidding documents for franchisees are also mentioned.
The document discusses power distribution in India, focusing on distribution franchisees. It provides an overview of the current state of power distribution, noting high AT&C losses around 27% on average. Distribution franchisees are presented as a form of public-private partnership that provides flexibility. The types of franchise models are described, including management contracts, franchise models, and private licensee models. Recent deals involving distribution franchisees are listed. Key issues related to franchisee area structuring, contract period, qualification criteria, and reserve pricing are identified. Benefits to utilities, franchisees, and consumers are outlined.
Webinar: Market & Customer Intelligence on Gwalior for Distribution Franchise...pManifold
The revised MP Distribution Franchisee (DF) RFPs for Gwalior, Ujjain and Sagar has brought down on average coverage area by 100%, number of consumers and electricity sales by 60% and number of DTCs by 77%, with move from district level to city level. There is now mandated capex of Rs. 170 cr for Gwalior, Rs. 70 cr. for Ujjain and Rs. 30 cr. for Sagar and target ATC reductions to 15% in 2 years.
With 30+ companies in the race, already 3 RFP revisions with wider stakeholder engagement, and removal of stringent cash accrual qualification criterion, the bids will likely be more competitive and also volatile. It has become more important now to integrate various perspectives and data sets of information to validate assumptions and prepare informed bidding numbers.
The Indian power sector has faced many challenges including power shortages, inefficient state electricity boards that accumulated large debts, and low per capita electricity consumption. Reforms since the 1990s have focused on increasing private sector participation, unbundling state electricity boards, rationalizing tariffs, improving regulation, and enhancing competition. Further reforms are still needed to attract greater private investment, reduce transmission and distribution losses, and achieve universal access to electricity in India.
The document discusses Ontario's policies to consolidate investment in clean energy, electric vehicles, and smart grid technologies. It aims to diversify risk and increase the likelihood of success by integrating distributed clean electricity generation, electric vehicle infrastructure, and smart grid technologies. This includes small renewable energy plants, electric vehicle chargers, and two-way communication systems to manage electricity demand and supply.
This document discusses open access in the Indian electricity sector. It begins by providing an overview of the status of open access in India, noting that while the Electricity Act of 2003 envisaged full open access by 2009, several operational and regulatory challenges have only allowed for partial open access. The document then examines some of the key barriers to open access, including high cross-subsidy and wheeling charges, additional surcharges, and certain provisions in the Electricity Act being exploited by states. Finally, it discusses some potential enablers for facilitating open access, such as strengthening regulations, streamlining operational processes, and establishing an Open Access Registry.
Electric utility primer john chowdhury 2012 finalJohn Chowdhury
A comprehensive analysis of US electric utility industry. Understand US Electric Industry
Regulatory Landscape
Key Utility Processes
How Smart Grid can Benefit the Industry
Example Components
Day-3, Mr. Reji Kumar SG Roadmap presentationIPPAI
This document provides an overview of India's proposed smart grid vision and roadmap. The vision is to transform India's power sector into a secure, adaptive, sustainable and digitally-enabled system providing reliable energy for all. The roadmap outlines activities over 3 five-year plans from 2012-2027, including reducing transmission losses, augmenting control centers, expanding access and reducing power cuts. Key goals are integrating renewables, developing smart metering infrastructure, establishing microgrids and EV charging stations, and improving energy efficiency. Standards development and stakeholder consultation will help realize this vision of a smart, reliable electricity system for India.
The document discusses power distribution in India, focusing on distribution franchisees. It provides an overview of the current state of power distribution, noting high AT&C losses around 27% on average. Distribution franchisees are presented as a form of public-private partnership that provides flexibility. The types of franchise models are described, including management contracts, franchise models, and private licensee models. Recent deals involving distribution franchisees are listed. Key issues related to franchisee area structuring, contract period, qualification criteria, and reserve pricing are identified. Benefits to utilities, franchisees, and consumers are outlined.
Webinar: Market & Customer Intelligence on Gwalior for Distribution Franchise...pManifold
The revised MP Distribution Franchisee (DF) RFPs for Gwalior, Ujjain and Sagar has brought down on average coverage area by 100%, number of consumers and electricity sales by 60% and number of DTCs by 77%, with move from district level to city level. There is now mandated capex of Rs. 170 cr for Gwalior, Rs. 70 cr. for Ujjain and Rs. 30 cr. for Sagar and target ATC reductions to 15% in 2 years.
With 30+ companies in the race, already 3 RFP revisions with wider stakeholder engagement, and removal of stringent cash accrual qualification criterion, the bids will likely be more competitive and also volatile. It has become more important now to integrate various perspectives and data sets of information to validate assumptions and prepare informed bidding numbers.
The Indian power sector has faced many challenges including power shortages, inefficient state electricity boards that accumulated large debts, and low per capita electricity consumption. Reforms since the 1990s have focused on increasing private sector participation, unbundling state electricity boards, rationalizing tariffs, improving regulation, and enhancing competition. Further reforms are still needed to attract greater private investment, reduce transmission and distribution losses, and achieve universal access to electricity in India.
The document discusses Ontario's policies to consolidate investment in clean energy, electric vehicles, and smart grid technologies. It aims to diversify risk and increase the likelihood of success by integrating distributed clean electricity generation, electric vehicle infrastructure, and smart grid technologies. This includes small renewable energy plants, electric vehicle chargers, and two-way communication systems to manage electricity demand and supply.
This document discusses open access in the Indian electricity sector. It begins by providing an overview of the status of open access in India, noting that while the Electricity Act of 2003 envisaged full open access by 2009, several operational and regulatory challenges have only allowed for partial open access. The document then examines some of the key barriers to open access, including high cross-subsidy and wheeling charges, additional surcharges, and certain provisions in the Electricity Act being exploited by states. Finally, it discusses some potential enablers for facilitating open access, such as strengthening regulations, streamlining operational processes, and establishing an Open Access Registry.
Electric utility primer john chowdhury 2012 finalJohn Chowdhury
A comprehensive analysis of US electric utility industry. Understand US Electric Industry
Regulatory Landscape
Key Utility Processes
How Smart Grid can Benefit the Industry
Example Components
Day-3, Mr. Reji Kumar SG Roadmap presentationIPPAI
This document provides an overview of India's proposed smart grid vision and roadmap. The vision is to transform India's power sector into a secure, adaptive, sustainable and digitally-enabled system providing reliable energy for all. The roadmap outlines activities over 3 five-year plans from 2012-2027, including reducing transmission losses, augmenting control centers, expanding access and reducing power cuts. Key goals are integrating renewables, developing smart metering infrastructure, establishing microgrids and EV charging stations, and improving energy efficiency. Standards development and stakeholder consultation will help realize this vision of a smart, reliable electricity system for India.
Buy Rural Electrification, MoU signed with TSGENCO for funding for proposed p...IndiaNotes.com
Rural Electrification Corporation Ltd (REC) reported a 20% increase in net sales to Rs. 53334 million for Q4 FY15 compared to the same period last year. Net profit decreased by 8% to Rs. 10965 million. EBITDA grew by 11% to Rs. 47535 million. REC signed a memorandum with Telangana state government to provide Rs. 240000 million in funding for power projects. For FY15-17E, the company expects net sales and profit to grow at a CAGR of 17% and 13% respectively.
Telecom towers have traditionally relied on Gensets and Batteries for their power backup. With these methods, the challenges of high operating costs due to maintenance, repairs and cost of fuel are well known. Fuel cells have lately emerged as a potential alternate for this application. It is a market to watch closely as further technology improvements in the coming years will happen. The time is right to further improve upon the backup power technology. The Government, TRAI and telecom operators will need to work together to make fuel cells usage mainstream. Given the competitiveness of solar power, a hybrid of fuel cell & solar could emerge as a perfect combination which is reliable, sustainable, and a green alternative in future
This document provides an overview of North Delhi Power Limited (NDPL), a power distribution company in Delhi, India. It summarizes the initial challenges NDPL faced when it took over distribution in 2002, including a dilapidated network, high AT&C losses, and lack of focus on consumer service. It then outlines NDPL's strategic roadmap and key initiatives to improve power supply reliability, reduce losses, enhance consumer interfacing and service through initiatives like network upgrades, automation, and segmentation of consumers to provide differentiated service. Surveys showed improvements in reliability and consumer satisfaction over time.
This document provides an overview of Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited (TPDDL), a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of Delhi. It summarizes TPDDL's mission and certifications. The document highlights TPDDL's operational and consumer-related performance improvements between 2002-2015, such as reducing AT&C losses from 53.1% to 9.31% and improving system reliability. It also lists TPDDL's technical expertise, presence in India and internationally, CSR initiatives, and awards received. The document promotes TPDDL's business proposition and services including technology adoption, creating business value, capitalizing on business ideas, and preparing for the future.
This document discusses proposed measures to eliminate delays in land acquisition for highway projects in India. It analyzes reasons for delays such as high compensation rates, many arbitration cases, and issues with land records. It outlines the land acquisition process and provides data on acquisition status for ongoing projects. Recommendations include amending the National Highways Act, strengthening resources for land acquisition, and expediting forest and environmental clearances. Regular monitoring meetings and decentralizing approval powers are also proposed to speed up the land acquisition process.
The document provides an annual report on the Northwest Territories Power Corporation (NTPC) for 2009/2010. Some key points:
- NTPC operates hydroelectric, diesel, and natural gas generation facilities and distribution systems across 26 communities in the Northwest Territories.
- In 2009/2010, NTPC had good reliability and customer service outcomes, with the average outage time only 28 minutes and the lights on for customers 99.96% of the time.
- NTPC continues to focus on delivering power in an environmentally responsible and safe manner, while also emphasizing energy conservation and cost effective power options for customers.
Tata Power Delhi Distribution is a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of Delhi distributing electricity in North and North-West Delhi. Since privatization in 2002, Tata Power Delhi Distribution has significantly improved key performance metrics like reducing Aggregate Technical & Commercial losses from 53% to 11% today. It has implemented various smart grid technologies and achieved high consumer satisfaction levels while also undertaking corporate social responsibility initiatives in the communities it serves.
The document discusses the evolving U.S. electric utility industry, which is shifting from regulated monopolies to a more competitive model featuring independent power producers and transmission operators. It covers the industry's structure, key policies driving deregulation, generation technologies including solar PV, and the use of financial derivatives to manage risks in competitive power markets.
This document summarizes key aspects of electricity regulation in India over the past decade based on the Electricity Act of 2003. It discusses both achievements and weaknesses in the roles of central/state governments, regulatory commissions, and utilities. While regulations and a multi-year tariff framework have been established, full unbundling of utilities and fuel price regulation remain works in progress. Overall, Indian electricity regulation has made progress but still faces challenges in areas like regulatory independence, compliance, and reducing political interference.
Wind Force Newsletter May, Edition, 2012rupeshsingh_1
The document discusses various policy developments and regulatory orders related to wind and renewable energy in India:
1) State electricity regulators in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka announced increased retail tariffs for FY2012-13 which will make third party sale of wind power and open access more attractive.
2) The Ministry of Power is examining legislative and policy changes to accelerate renewable energy development including long term renewable purchase obligations.
3) Electricity regulators issued orders determining pooled power purchase costs, transmission charges, and renewable energy tariffs for FY2012-13.
4) Regulators also announced renewable purchase obligations for utilities, open access consumers, and captive power producers aimed at promoting renewable energy.
The document discusses tariff-based competitive bidding for power projects in India. Some key points:
- Tariff is determined through a competitive bidding process where the lowest bid tariff is awarded the contract.
- There are two types of bidding mechanisms - Case I where the developer bears more risk and Case II where the procurer bears more risk.
- Financial factors like debt-equity ratio, loan tenure, and interest rates can significantly impact the tariff rates determined through bidding. Operational improvements in plant efficiency and reduced auxiliary power consumption through technology upgrades can also lower tariffs.
Day-3, Mr. Ramesh Narayan BYPL Ippai issues in distributionIPPAI
This document summarizes key points from a presentation on issues in power distribution and open access in India.
1) There is a large mismatch between power generation capacity and demand in India, with suppressed demand from lack of connections, pumpsets running on diesel, and unelectrified rail corridors.
2) The 12th Five Year Plan aims to increase generation capacity by 88,536 MW and invest over 350,000 crores in transmission and distribution. Key targets include reducing technical and commercial losses.
3) Distribution faces major challenges including high power purchase costs, inadequate tariffs, and accumulated losses of over 1.2 lac crores for utilities. Reforms proposed include cost-reflective tariffs, financial re
This document discusses enabling sustainability through demand side management. It provides an overview of EESL, their energy solutions portfolio, and the differences between supply side and demand side management. Demand side management is described as incorporating customer load modification to reduce, add, or change load in partnership with utilities and customers. The document outlines EESL's DSM portfolio targeting sectors like agriculture, buildings, municipalities, and industries. It provides examples of DSM programs including a DSM-based efficient lighting program.
T&D India (January 2017): INTELECT 2017 SpecialT&D India
UDAY making good progress
Inside the Magazine:
Leading Story China dominates super critical power equipment in XII Plan
Interactions: Hartek Power, mjunction, NTL Group, Siemens AG, Toshiba JSW Power Systems
Viewpoint: Clean power is the need for data centers
Special Report: FDI in Indian transformer industry
T&D India (August 2017) - Power T&D Vision 2022T&D India
Power T&D Vision 2022- 1st Anniversary - This edition marks the first anniversary issue of T&D India.Completing the first year of existence is always a momentous event, and we are thrilled beyond words at crossing this milestone.
T&D India (March 2017): Privatization not a cure-all, but still worth pursuingT&D India
In the entire power value chain, it is power distribution that has most singularities. While power generation and transmission are largely institution-related businesses, it is power distribution that interfaces with the end-consumer. All the commercial losses that are talked about in the power sector originate in power distribution. Even Smart Grid architecture has a bearing on power distribution, much more than power generation or transmission.
T&D India (Apr 2017): The Face of Smart GridT&D India
A smart meter is undoubtedly the face of a smart grid though there is much more than to a smart grid than just the measuring device. The most important aspect of a smart meter is that it is the principal channel of communication between the consumer and the power utility. It is not only about accurately understanding electricity consumption but a smart meter also empowers a consumer to dynamically control electricity consumption.
WPS Resources Corporation is a holding company based in Green Bay, Wisconsin that owns three subsidiary companies providing both regulated and nonregulated energy products and services. The subsidiaries are Wisconsin Public Service Corporation, a regulated electric and gas utility; WPS Energy Services, Inc., which targets retail energy sales and related nonregulated services; and WPS Power Development, Inc., which develops and owns nonregulated electric generation projects. In 1997, WPS Resources focused on strategic growth through its subsidiaries' expansion in both regulated and nonregulated energy markets in the Midwest.
Day-3, Mr. SC Shrivastav connectivity MTOA & lTA and concept of GNAIPPAI
This document discusses concerns regarding connectivity and long term open access in India's power sector and proposes recommendations to address these concerns. It notes that generators are mainly seeking connectivity without firming up long term power supply agreements. This makes transmission planning difficult and results in unplanned grid usage. It recommends introducing a concept of General Network Access (GNA) where generators and discoms commit to paying transmission charges for a certain quantum of power injected or drawn from the grid without specifying injection or drawl points. This would facilitate probabilistic transmission expansion while still providing incentives for generators and discoms to seek adequate connectivity. Overall the document argues for a new approach that balances concerns of all stakeholders in the current market scenario.
This document summarizes the key topics discussed at the 3rd Annual Conference on Overseas Coal in India. Session 1 discusses India's growing coal demand and dependence on coal. Session 2 covers challenges Indian companies faced in acquiring overseas coal assets. Session 3 summarizes challenges and risk mitigation strategies for coal imports into India. Session 4 discusses fiscal and legal issues related to global coal acquisition. The remaining sessions discuss logistics, infrastructure, policies and regulations around India's coal sector and coal trading.
Buy Rural Electrification, MoU signed with TSGENCO for funding for proposed p...IndiaNotes.com
Rural Electrification Corporation Ltd (REC) reported a 20% increase in net sales to Rs. 53334 million for Q4 FY15 compared to the same period last year. Net profit decreased by 8% to Rs. 10965 million. EBITDA grew by 11% to Rs. 47535 million. REC signed a memorandum with Telangana state government to provide Rs. 240000 million in funding for power projects. For FY15-17E, the company expects net sales and profit to grow at a CAGR of 17% and 13% respectively.
Telecom towers have traditionally relied on Gensets and Batteries for their power backup. With these methods, the challenges of high operating costs due to maintenance, repairs and cost of fuel are well known. Fuel cells have lately emerged as a potential alternate for this application. It is a market to watch closely as further technology improvements in the coming years will happen. The time is right to further improve upon the backup power technology. The Government, TRAI and telecom operators will need to work together to make fuel cells usage mainstream. Given the competitiveness of solar power, a hybrid of fuel cell & solar could emerge as a perfect combination which is reliable, sustainable, and a green alternative in future
This document provides an overview of North Delhi Power Limited (NDPL), a power distribution company in Delhi, India. It summarizes the initial challenges NDPL faced when it took over distribution in 2002, including a dilapidated network, high AT&C losses, and lack of focus on consumer service. It then outlines NDPL's strategic roadmap and key initiatives to improve power supply reliability, reduce losses, enhance consumer interfacing and service through initiatives like network upgrades, automation, and segmentation of consumers to provide differentiated service. Surveys showed improvements in reliability and consumer satisfaction over time.
This document provides an overview of Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited (TPDDL), a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of Delhi. It summarizes TPDDL's mission and certifications. The document highlights TPDDL's operational and consumer-related performance improvements between 2002-2015, such as reducing AT&C losses from 53.1% to 9.31% and improving system reliability. It also lists TPDDL's technical expertise, presence in India and internationally, CSR initiatives, and awards received. The document promotes TPDDL's business proposition and services including technology adoption, creating business value, capitalizing on business ideas, and preparing for the future.
This document discusses proposed measures to eliminate delays in land acquisition for highway projects in India. It analyzes reasons for delays such as high compensation rates, many arbitration cases, and issues with land records. It outlines the land acquisition process and provides data on acquisition status for ongoing projects. Recommendations include amending the National Highways Act, strengthening resources for land acquisition, and expediting forest and environmental clearances. Regular monitoring meetings and decentralizing approval powers are also proposed to speed up the land acquisition process.
The document provides an annual report on the Northwest Territories Power Corporation (NTPC) for 2009/2010. Some key points:
- NTPC operates hydroelectric, diesel, and natural gas generation facilities and distribution systems across 26 communities in the Northwest Territories.
- In 2009/2010, NTPC had good reliability and customer service outcomes, with the average outage time only 28 minutes and the lights on for customers 99.96% of the time.
- NTPC continues to focus on delivering power in an environmentally responsible and safe manner, while also emphasizing energy conservation and cost effective power options for customers.
Tata Power Delhi Distribution is a joint venture between Tata Power and the Government of Delhi distributing electricity in North and North-West Delhi. Since privatization in 2002, Tata Power Delhi Distribution has significantly improved key performance metrics like reducing Aggregate Technical & Commercial losses from 53% to 11% today. It has implemented various smart grid technologies and achieved high consumer satisfaction levels while also undertaking corporate social responsibility initiatives in the communities it serves.
The document discusses the evolving U.S. electric utility industry, which is shifting from regulated monopolies to a more competitive model featuring independent power producers and transmission operators. It covers the industry's structure, key policies driving deregulation, generation technologies including solar PV, and the use of financial derivatives to manage risks in competitive power markets.
This document summarizes key aspects of electricity regulation in India over the past decade based on the Electricity Act of 2003. It discusses both achievements and weaknesses in the roles of central/state governments, regulatory commissions, and utilities. While regulations and a multi-year tariff framework have been established, full unbundling of utilities and fuel price regulation remain works in progress. Overall, Indian electricity regulation has made progress but still faces challenges in areas like regulatory independence, compliance, and reducing political interference.
Wind Force Newsletter May, Edition, 2012rupeshsingh_1
The document discusses various policy developments and regulatory orders related to wind and renewable energy in India:
1) State electricity regulators in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka announced increased retail tariffs for FY2012-13 which will make third party sale of wind power and open access more attractive.
2) The Ministry of Power is examining legislative and policy changes to accelerate renewable energy development including long term renewable purchase obligations.
3) Electricity regulators issued orders determining pooled power purchase costs, transmission charges, and renewable energy tariffs for FY2012-13.
4) Regulators also announced renewable purchase obligations for utilities, open access consumers, and captive power producers aimed at promoting renewable energy.
The document discusses tariff-based competitive bidding for power projects in India. Some key points:
- Tariff is determined through a competitive bidding process where the lowest bid tariff is awarded the contract.
- There are two types of bidding mechanisms - Case I where the developer bears more risk and Case II where the procurer bears more risk.
- Financial factors like debt-equity ratio, loan tenure, and interest rates can significantly impact the tariff rates determined through bidding. Operational improvements in plant efficiency and reduced auxiliary power consumption through technology upgrades can also lower tariffs.
Day-3, Mr. Ramesh Narayan BYPL Ippai issues in distributionIPPAI
This document summarizes key points from a presentation on issues in power distribution and open access in India.
1) There is a large mismatch between power generation capacity and demand in India, with suppressed demand from lack of connections, pumpsets running on diesel, and unelectrified rail corridors.
2) The 12th Five Year Plan aims to increase generation capacity by 88,536 MW and invest over 350,000 crores in transmission and distribution. Key targets include reducing technical and commercial losses.
3) Distribution faces major challenges including high power purchase costs, inadequate tariffs, and accumulated losses of over 1.2 lac crores for utilities. Reforms proposed include cost-reflective tariffs, financial re
This document discusses enabling sustainability through demand side management. It provides an overview of EESL, their energy solutions portfolio, and the differences between supply side and demand side management. Demand side management is described as incorporating customer load modification to reduce, add, or change load in partnership with utilities and customers. The document outlines EESL's DSM portfolio targeting sectors like agriculture, buildings, municipalities, and industries. It provides examples of DSM programs including a DSM-based efficient lighting program.
T&D India (January 2017): INTELECT 2017 SpecialT&D India
UDAY making good progress
Inside the Magazine:
Leading Story China dominates super critical power equipment in XII Plan
Interactions: Hartek Power, mjunction, NTL Group, Siemens AG, Toshiba JSW Power Systems
Viewpoint: Clean power is the need for data centers
Special Report: FDI in Indian transformer industry
T&D India (August 2017) - Power T&D Vision 2022T&D India
Power T&D Vision 2022- 1st Anniversary - This edition marks the first anniversary issue of T&D India.Completing the first year of existence is always a momentous event, and we are thrilled beyond words at crossing this milestone.
T&D India (March 2017): Privatization not a cure-all, but still worth pursuingT&D India
In the entire power value chain, it is power distribution that has most singularities. While power generation and transmission are largely institution-related businesses, it is power distribution that interfaces with the end-consumer. All the commercial losses that are talked about in the power sector originate in power distribution. Even Smart Grid architecture has a bearing on power distribution, much more than power generation or transmission.
T&D India (Apr 2017): The Face of Smart GridT&D India
A smart meter is undoubtedly the face of a smart grid though there is much more than to a smart grid than just the measuring device. The most important aspect of a smart meter is that it is the principal channel of communication between the consumer and the power utility. It is not only about accurately understanding electricity consumption but a smart meter also empowers a consumer to dynamically control electricity consumption.
WPS Resources Corporation is a holding company based in Green Bay, Wisconsin that owns three subsidiary companies providing both regulated and nonregulated energy products and services. The subsidiaries are Wisconsin Public Service Corporation, a regulated electric and gas utility; WPS Energy Services, Inc., which targets retail energy sales and related nonregulated services; and WPS Power Development, Inc., which develops and owns nonregulated electric generation projects. In 1997, WPS Resources focused on strategic growth through its subsidiaries' expansion in both regulated and nonregulated energy markets in the Midwest.
Day-3, Mr. SC Shrivastav connectivity MTOA & lTA and concept of GNAIPPAI
This document discusses concerns regarding connectivity and long term open access in India's power sector and proposes recommendations to address these concerns. It notes that generators are mainly seeking connectivity without firming up long term power supply agreements. This makes transmission planning difficult and results in unplanned grid usage. It recommends introducing a concept of General Network Access (GNA) where generators and discoms commit to paying transmission charges for a certain quantum of power injected or drawn from the grid without specifying injection or drawl points. This would facilitate probabilistic transmission expansion while still providing incentives for generators and discoms to seek adequate connectivity. Overall the document argues for a new approach that balances concerns of all stakeholders in the current market scenario.
This document summarizes the key topics discussed at the 3rd Annual Conference on Overseas Coal in India. Session 1 discusses India's growing coal demand and dependence on coal. Session 2 covers challenges Indian companies faced in acquiring overseas coal assets. Session 3 summarizes challenges and risk mitigation strategies for coal imports into India. Session 4 discusses fiscal and legal issues related to global coal acquisition. The remaining sessions discuss logistics, infrastructure, policies and regulations around India's coal sector and coal trading.
Coal is India's most important energy source and will likely remain so. India has the 5th largest coal reserves globally at 286 billion tonnes. Jharkhand has the largest reserves at 80 billion tonnes, followed by Orissa and Chhattisgarh. Exploration has identified over 293 billion tonnes of geological coal resources. Coking coal accounts for 11% of reserves while non-coking coal makes up 89%. Coal production and supply have increased in the last year, with Coal India Ltd seeing an 8% rise in supply and 5.8% rise in production compared to the previous year. Captive coal block production has not met targets, needing correction to meet increasing demand.
Power generation and supply industry in india an economic analysis of the m...Harsh Shah
The document discusses the power generation and supply industry in India. It covers three key points:
1. The industry has experienced steady growth since 2008 at an average annual rate of 3.96%. Thermal power has grown the most while hydro and nuclear have grown at lower rates.
2. The industry exhibits characteristics of a natural monopoly due to large economies of scale, high fixed costs, and significant barriers to entry. The major players are large state-owned and private companies.
3. For a natural monopoly, average costs decline as output increases. However, without regulation pricing above marginal cost could lead to inefficiencies. The document discusses the need for government tariff regulation in India's power industry.
This document discusses the power sector in India, including electricity generation, transmission, and initiatives to boost the sector. It provides figures showing that as of November 2012, India's total installed power capacity was over 210,000 MW, with coal making up 57% of capacity. The document also notes that India's per capita electricity consumption increased from 15 kWh in 1950 to 814 kWh in 2011-12. It describes the growth and development of India's electricity transmission system from isolated state grids to an integrated national grid.
This document lists 38 companies that have been accredited by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy in India to operate as channel partners for off-grid and decentralized solar applications. It provides information such as the company name and address, accreditation rating and validity period for each accredited partner.
Green csr-conference-backgrounder -indian powersector.comShivansh Tyagi
he parliament passed the historic Companies Bill on 8th August 2013. The Rajya Sabha passed the bill which was earlier passed by Lok Sabha last year.
The new companies bill mandates large-sized corporations to spend 2% of their net profits on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities.
A large part of this potential fund can be channelized for sustainable development; Sustainable development forms one of the nine verticals which qualify under CSR.
The tone was set right a month ago;at the Green Energy CSR - “Evolving Thought Leadership on Green CSR Interventions” which was organised by an NGO : Sharp Developments.
Supported by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy; Government of India the event emphasized the need of a proper institutional framework for the utilization of CSR funds both through corporate sector and Central Public Sector Enterprises.With a call to the industry to step up innovations and leverage the multiple investment opportunities being created by the government through the New Companies Bill-2012, the conference played a catalyst role in creating a common forum for Government, corporates, NGOs and funding agencies. Dedicated interactive panels were hub for knowledge exchange that widened the market insights on sustainable financing models, cutting-edge technologies and leading business practices. The conference witnessed 25 eminent speakers and more than 120 delegates from across the sector.
The Conference, while trying to identify boundaries of Green CSR – highlighted three verticals through which green CSR could be implemented. These are Renewable Energy based CSR interventions,Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Certificates. For more detailed coverage of the Conference, please log on to www.icfild.org
‘ Among the high points of the Conference was the launch of first of its kind comprehensive Report on the status and potential of Green CSR.IndianPowerSector.com in conjunction with Sharp developments launched an “Industry Handbook “during the event. The report titled “The Way Forward” covers the existing guidelines, amalgamation of CSR and Green Energy at various levels and recommendations suggesting a greener approach to be followed to fulfill CSR goals.
Shri. Alok Srivastava, Joint Secretary, MNRE was the Guest of Honour and in the session on Evolving Thought Leadership - Institutional Framework – Role of Government in promoting corporate social responsibility (CSR), addressed the audience by stressing on the linkage between both CSR and Renewables and remarked on the importance of Renewable energy based interventions as a win-win solution in CSR domain by being economically beneficial for the society as well as corporates.
The report provides and enlightening vision and a completely green approach for companies to fulfill their CSR mandate.
n effort to provide you best content to our readers, the IndianPowerSector.com team has prepared a short report on Indian Power Distribution sector. The report gives an overview of present condition of Distribution sector and landmark steps of privatization. With more than INR 1.6 trillion of losses the Distribution sector is the leaking bucket which needs to be repaired.
The report is first in series of Distribution , we will bring to you the Report Card of each State and Private DisComs with IPS.com analysis. We invite all to be part of these reports as content sponsors.
This document summarizes a study on the Indian power sector. It covers key topics like generation capacity and sources, demand and supply, electricity demand forecasting, transmission infrastructure and reforms, distribution challenges like tariffs and losses, and reforms implemented over time. It also briefly profiles 5 major companies in the industry like NTPC, Reliance Infrastructure, Tata Power and Power Grid Corporation of India. In conclusion, it discusses the impact of regulations by the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission on central players in the power sector.
The document discusses the theory of demand and supply. It defines key concepts like demand, supply, equilibrium, and determinants. It explains the laws of demand and supply - that quantity demanded increases when price decreases and quantity supplied increases when price increases. The document also discusses how shifts in demand or supply curves impact equilibrium price and quantity in the market.
Mixed Energy(NEPRA- State of industry Report 2020-2021)- PresentationNAUMAN NAEEM
The document discusses Pakistan's energy mix and electricity generation from various sources. It provides details on electricity generation in FY 2020-21, including a total of 143,090.64 GWh generated in the country. The generation came from sources like hydel (38,800.55 GWh), thermal (75,728.36 GWh), nuclear (10,871.01 GWh), wind (2,899.94 GWh), solar (711.63 GWh) and bagasse/biomass (710.56 GWh). It also discusses the country's installed power generation capacity from sources including thermal, hydel, wind, solar and nuclear.
India's power sector faces significant challenges with transmission and distribution (T&D) losses, which occur at both the utility and consumer levels. T&D losses in India are around 33%, much higher than in other countries. The government has implemented several programs and regulatory reforms to strengthen infrastructure and reduce losses through modernizing systems, encouraging private participation, and setting independent regulatory bodies to oversee the sector.
This document discusses energy efficiency programs in the Tennessee Valley region. It provides details on:
1) The value of energy efficiency programs in reducing costs across the TVA system and keeping customer bills low.
2) Examples of successful energy efficiency projects in the industrial sector that have significantly reduced energy usage and costs for companies.
3) Benchmarks showing TVA's energy efficiency programs are among the top quartile nationally in energy savings achieved and costs.
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Power Distribution power sector (IPPs and mega power projects) are nothing
but ways of pouring more water into the bucket so that the
Sector in India
consistency and quantity of leaks are assured...”
Twenty years after reforms were introduced in the Indian electricity
sector, the above remark still holds good. The ‘bucket’ in the
Snapshot above remark is the Indian electricity distribution sector, which
consumes no matter how much is generated, without adequately
Distribution and Retail Supply is the most critical link compensating the producers of electricity for the same.
in the electricity market, which interfaces with the end-
customers and provides revenue for the entire value chain. Lack of focus has resulted in poor operational and financial
Indian electricity distribution caters to nearly 200 million performance of the sector, thereby creating greater need of
consumers with a connected load of about 400 GW that sector transformation, with high calls for private participation in
places the country among the largest electricity consumer terms of private franchising, public-private-partnership (ppp),
bases in the world. The consumers are served by around equipment suppliers. As a result, tremendous opportunities
73 distribution utilities – 13 electricity departments, lie on fore in the sector, for various stakeholders. Thus, this
17 private distribution companies, 41 corporatised paper establishes the current scenario of power distribution
distribution companies and 2 State Electricity Boards. franchisee in urban power distribution network.
It owes to the fact of sustenance of other elements in
the sector such as generation, transmission, equipment
manufacturing; which depends on its operational
Operational & Financial
performance and commercial viability. However, despite
of its critical importance, generation segment has always
Performance
been on the agenda of the government, in light of high
AT&C Losses
energy deficit, necessitating need of huge capacity
addition. Not long back, the Government of India had The average AT&C losses in the country are hovering
constituted a committee, headed by Mr. Deepak Parekh, around 27% and these losses are higher on both
erstwhile Chairman of IDFC, to study the electricity sector technical and commercial heads. While higher technical
in India and suggest for improvements. The report, losses are due to old and dilapidated conductors, longer
among other suggestions, remarked the following: lines serving distant and remote loads, old and inefficient
distribution transformers and incorrect configuration
“India’s power sector is a leaking bucket; the holes deliberately leading to load imbalances, higher commercial losses
crafted and the leaks carefully collected as economic rents by are due to stealing of power, poor billing, low collection
various stakeholders that control the system. The logical thing efficiency and faulty metering.
to do would be to fix the bucket rather than to persistently
emphasize shortages of power and forever make exaggerated In the absence of a proper energy accounting and
estimates of future demands for power. Most initiatives in the auditing system in place for most of the utilities, the actual
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2. figures for the AT&C loss could be higher than what gets The aggregate book losses of these utilities increased
reported. Arresting the AT&C losses and reducing them from Rs.21,562 Crs. in the year 2008-09 to Rs.28,493
40 36.64 34.9 34.82 33.02
35 30.62 29.45 27.74 27.15
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10
AT&C Losses (%) for all utilities
Source:PFC
year-on-year on a sustained pace will require disciplined Crs. in 2009-10.However, in the year 2010-11, the losses
approach by the utilities, mostly comprising behavioural decreased to Rs.26,921 Crs.
changes to the functioning of the field personnel
engaged in technical and commercial management of Profit on
the distribution network and the customers respectively. Profit before Profit after Profit without subsidy
tax tax subsidy received
basis
Income, Expenditure and Profitability (14,446) (14,303) (27,893) (15,057)
(14,586) (14,751) (34,137) (17,620)
The aggregate turnover (revenue from sale of power and
(21,862) (21,562) (50,441) (34,728)
other income but excluding subsidy booked) of the utilities
(28,182) (28,493) (62,508) (43,433)
reflected a YoY growth of 10.79% in the year 2009-10 and
19.40% in the year 2010-11.The aggregate expenditure of (26,107) (26,921) (59,200) (38,821)
Source:PFC
these utilities registered YoY growth of 13.47% in the year
2009-10 and 13.12% in 2010-11. The recovery of cost is The aggregate book losses of these utilities increased
shown in the figure given below:- from Rs.21,562 Crs. in the year 2008-09 to Rs.28,493
Crs. in 2009-10.However, in the year 2010-11, the losses
decreased to Rs.26,921 Crs.
ARR-ACS gap
The gap (without subsidy) increased from Rs.0.48/kilowatt-
hour (kwh) in 2006-07 to Rs.0.77/kwh in 2010-11.
The upward trajectory of gap per unit is explained by the fact
that while power procurement cost and wage bills - together
both these cost heads account for 82 per cent of the discoms
costs - were increasing, lack of political will to revise tariffs
resulted in growth rate of ACS outpacing the rate at which
ARR increased. Between 2006-07 and 2010-11, the cost of
procuring power and wage bills per unit increased by 10 per
Source:PFC cent each, resulting in ACS growth of 9 per cent.
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3. On the other hand, tariff hikes have been few and far franchisee model is key attraction, for instance, a franchisee
between and insufficient to meet the revenue gap in most arrangement can be limited to catering to small segment
cases; in some states no tariff revision has been implemented of distribution business such as managing a single feeder
for years, as evident from the ARR CAGR of only about 6 or distribution transformer, etc or taking care of all the
per cent between 2006-07 and 2010-11. distribution functions for a complete circle.
Steps taken to Privatization
■■ During the pre-reform era (1991), Power sector was
dominated by the state owned vertically integrated
entities called State Electricity Boards (SEBs), responsible
for all three functions viz. Generation, Transmission and
Distribution of electricity.
■■ Deteriorating financial health of most of the SEBs and
poor quality of supply and service led to reforms in the
power sector
■■ While Generation segment was the first one to be
opened up for private participation, the enactment of the
Electricity Act 2003 provided for mandatory unbundling
Power Distribution of the state electricity board into separate and
independent generation, transmission and distribution
Franchisee companies.
■■ In the Distribution sector, most of the SEBs have already
Definition unbundled (except for Kerala and Jharkhand). The
ownership still largely remains state owned. Private
Distribution Franchisee is the latest form of public-private Sector Participation is limited to 15 private sector
partnership in the distribution sector. The proviso to Section distribution licensees
14 of the Electricity Act 2003 states that:
▪▪ 3 in Delhi (Privatization)
“…in a case where a distribution licensee proposes to ▪▪ 4 in Orissa (Privatization)
undertake distribution of electricity for a specified area
▪▪ 2 in Gujarat
within his area of supply through another person, that
person shall not be required to obtain any separate license ▪▪ 4 in Maharashtra
from the concerned State Commission and such Distribution ▪▪ 1 in Uttar Pradesh
licensee shall be responsible for distribution of electricity in
his area of supply”. ▪▪ 1 in Jharkhand
▪▪ 1 in Madhya Pradesh
This provision provides a conducive framework in which
▪▪ 2 in West Bengal
franchisee can operate in many ways in the distribution
business. Electricity distribution franchisee is a classic
example of public private participation (PPP) and going ■■ In addition to the above, new initiatives like introduction
by the recent trends its acceptability in the private sector of various models of distribution franchisee have also
outweighs when compared to the overall privatization been introduced in the distribution segment, both at the
of distribution companies. Flexibility provided by the rural and urban level.
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4. Pre Reforms 1999 2002 2007 2010 2011
CESC, Orissa Delhi Privatisation Distribution Distribution Distribution
AECL,BSES,NPC, Privatisation – – Distribution Franchisee – Franchisee – Franchisee-
TPC (existing First State Utilities Bhiwandi Agra(operational) Nagpur,
private players) Kanpur(currently Aurangabad,
on hold) Jalgaon
Types of PPP Models
It is also apparent that distribution franchisee model is a
Major models identified in distribution sector under trade-off between privatization benefits and SEB driven
private sector participation or PPP model are Management reforms which is also politically accepted and yields good
Contract Model, Franchise Model and Licensee Model. The result at moderate pace. The franchisee model is thus a
allocation of responsibility in the three models is as under: right mix of progress, legislature and Acceptability.
Management Contract
Allocation of Responsibilities Franchise Model Private Licensee Model
Model
Operation & Maintenance Private Private Private
Capital Investment Public Private Private
Commercial Risk Public Private Private
Asset Ownership Public Public Private
Duration 3-5 years 10-15 years Indefinite
Reform Process Slowest Balanced Fastest
Political Acceptance Most Balanced Lowest
Source: PFC
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6. Win-Win Situation for Utility
& Franchisee
Benefits to: Description
■■ Reduction in commercial and distribution losses
■■ Better collection efficiency
Distribution Utility
■■ Improved customer satisfaction
■■ Ability to serve larger area
■■ Possibility to earn high financial returns
Franchisee ■■ Customer lock in period
■■ Develop credentials to help in further bids
■■ Improvement in quality of services
Consumers
■■ Improved power availability
Recent Deals
Several of the recent bidding rounds for Distribution from the private sector players but also entry of several
Franchisee have not only witnessed increased participation non-Power players into the sector
Franchisee
Year Utility Winning Bidder Current Status
Area
Dakshinanchal Vidyut Vitran
2009 Agra Torrent Power Ongoing (Operations Taken over)
Nigam Limited (UP)
Kanpur Electricity Supply Com- Delayed due to Agitation from KESCO
2009 Kanpur Torrent Power
pany Limited (UP) employees
Spanco started the Operations but Essel
Maharashtra State Electricity Spanco Group-Essel
2010 Nagpur joined in by paying the dues worth Rs.
Distribution Company Ltd. Group
200 Cr for the area to MSEDCL
Maharashtra State Electricity
2010 Aurangabad GTL Ongoing (Operations Taken over)
Distribution Company Ltd.
Maharashtra State Electricity
2010 Jalgaon Crompton Greaves Ongoing (Operations Taken over)
Distribution Company Ltd.
Madhya Pradesh Madhya Smart Wireless, Essel
2012 Gwalior Operation to be taken over soon
Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Co. Ltd. Group
Madhya Pradesh Poorv Kshetra Smart Wireless, Essel
2012 Sagar Operation to be taken over soon
Vidyut Vitaran Co. Ltd. Group
Madhya Pradesh Paschim Smart Wireless, Essel
2012 Ujjain Operation to be taken over soon
Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Co. Ltd. Group
North Bihar Power Distribution Smart Wireless, Essel
2013 Muzaffarpur Operation to be taken over soon
Company Limited. Group
South Bihar Power Distribution
2013 Gaya Spanco Group Operation to be taken over soon
Company Limited
South Bihar Power Distribution
2013 Bhagalpur SPML Infra Operation to be taken over soon
Company Limited
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7. Key Issues
Sl. Parameters Remarks
Standardized selection process & terms of contractas in
1. Standard bidding document for DF
case of Generation and Transmission.
Large enough (Energy input) with defined technical
boundary
2. Structuring of Franchisee area
Revenue potential/ sales mix/ Revenue-loss matrix/ LT
loss level of the area;
3. Contract period Impact on depreciation/transfer value of assets
Participation of consortium allowed in recent bid process;
4. Qualification criteria
Optimizing Competence Vs. Competition
Key success factor for successfulbid process and benefits
5. Quality of base-line data
that shall accrue to the discom/ franchisee
Higher reserve price makesthe proposition non-lucrative,
6. Reserve price for bidderzzzzzzz tgg
may be left to market driven input rate;
Process for periodic joint auditing to be a part of contrac-
7. ABR
tual obligations
Regulatory approval for additional Power purchase,
8. Power sourcing option for DF
FORstudy recommends reliability charge
Loss trajectory and related incentive/ penaltymay lead to
9. Performance Improvement Target
limited participation;
Pass through of subsidy should be based on area profile/
10. Treatment of subsidy
viability of the projectwithout subsidy;
DF should have independence of capexdecision in the ini-
11. Capital expenditure
tial years in long term contract;
Regulator should recognize DF/ Input rate approval/ Util-
12. Role of regulator
ity ARR and DF revenue;
Way Forward
Distribution Franchisee in present form needs serious corrections
▪▪ Especially in provisions related to regulatory oversight, specify guidelines and
standard bidding documents for Distribution Franchisees, separately in Urban and
Rural areas, supply guarantees by the licensee and asset ownership and transfer
Distribution business model needs a complete rethink
▪▪ Unbundling of intrinsic services, viz. “Wires, Supply and Customer Services” would lead to value release
▪▪ Would allow for core specialization in all the activities
▪▪ Would also allow for Non-discriminatory Open Access to become a reality
▪▪ Addressing responsibility for emerging interventions –Smartgrid/ AMI, DSM initiatives
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Shubham Gupta is a Power Ankit Varshney is an Electrical
Management Graduate from Engineer with 2 Yrs of Power
National Power Training Distribution Franchisee
Institute (NPTI), Faridabad experience at Torrent Power’s
with special interest and Agra Distribution Franchisee
prior experience in Power as an Executive-HV/EHV
Distribution Sector. During department. He has also seen
the course of his management the operational aspects of
studies he has worked with AF-Mercados Franchisee model from close.
EMI as a Research Intern and has also took He is currently pursuing his Power Management
up an assignment with Indian Smart Grid from National Power Training Institute (NPTI),
Forum (ISGF). Faridabad. He has also worked with Infraline
He has also worked with Torrent Power Ltd. Energy as a Management Intern. There he
as Engineer-Distribution at Agra Franchisee made a report based on Risk Profiling of
after completing his Electrical Engineering Distribution Utilities on the basis of financial
from Dr. KNMIET, Modinagar. and operational data.
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