This document provides definitions and terms for a solar net metering agreement between a distribution licensee and solar power generator. It defines key terms like imported energy, exported energy, net exported energy, energy feed-in meter, eligibility criteria, and establishes that the agreement is for a solar power plant of capacity between 1 kWp and 500 kWp installed at the generator's location and connected to the distribution licensee's grid under net metering. The agreement sets out the responsibilities of both parties in accordance with applicable rules and regulations.
On 6 April 2020, the Prime Minister issued Decision No. 13/2020/QD-TTg on the Mechanism for Encouragement of Development of Solar Power in Vietnam (“Decision 13”). Decision 11 will take effect on 22 May 2020 and is the long awaited regulation to replace Decision No. 11/2017/QD-TTg dated 11 April 2017 of the Prime Minister as amended by Decision 02/2019/QD-TTg dated 8 January 2019 of the Prime Minister which expired on 30 June 2019.
Rajasthan Net Metering Regulations 2015 released by Rajasthan Regulatory Commission (RERC).
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
Practice directions rts net metering regulations 2015Jay Ranvir
CONNECTIVITY FOR ‘CHANGE-OVER’ CONSUMERS
PRACTICE DIRECTIONS Meter reading, energy accounting and settlement with the Consumer shall be
undertaken by the Supply Licensee as per the terms of the Regulations. The Supply
Licensee shall pay the Wheeling Charges, as approved by the Commission for a
particular financial year and corresponding to the unadjusted net credited Units of
electricity at the end of that year, to the Wires Licensee. Such payment will be taken
into account by the Commission while determining the respective Aggregate Revenue
Requirements.
This document summarizes Gujarat's new Wind Power Policy for 2013-2016. The key points are:
- It aims to promote wind power generation in Gujarat by providing various incentives over a 25 year period.
- It sets renewable purchase obligations for distribution licensees to purchase a portion of energy from wind and other renewable sources.
- It allows private companies and individuals to set up wind turbines either for captive use or third party sale, and lays out terms for wheeling power, banking surplus energy, and selling excess to distribution utilities.
Decision 13/2020/QD-TTg FIT2 of Solar Power Project in VietnamDo Tuan Phong
Decision 13/2020/QD-TTg FIT2 of Solar Power Project in Vietnam
- Solar Farm : 7.09cent/kW
- Floating farm : 7.69cent/kW
- Rooftop Solar : 8.38cent/kW
Apply before 31/12/2020
NanoGrids for Home Application in a Power Cloud Framework Alessandro Burgio
Thanks to recent innovations driven by European Union and national policies, lately it has been possible to see the realization of effective renewable energy technologies, for both large and small-scale use, alongside considerable cost reductions for customers. As a result, businesses and households can increasingly produce and consume, some or all, their own electricity, either instantaneously or in a deferred manner through decentralized storage, behind the connection point with the grid (i.e. the meter). In such a way, it is possible to maximize self-consumption in order to increase their efficiency of energy use and reduce their exposure to electricity prices. In the paper, the use of the so-called Nanogrid for Home Application is proposed to achieve the result of the self-consumption maximization. Moreover, a framework of exchanging energy among Prosumers (Power Cloud) is illustrated to promote the use of Nanogrids for Home Applications.
The briefing at the following link explores the impact of the proposed changes to the renewable subsidy regime for solar facilities installed in England and Wales that are five (5) megawatts or larger in size ('Large-scale PV Plants') given the 13 May 2014 announcement from DECC ('URN 14D/114').
DECC have put forward that in their view the capacity threshold of gigawatts installed of Large-Scale PV Plants in England and Wales will be achieved by the solar development community (including funders, contractors and developers) by mid-2015 rather than by the earlier predicted threshold-achievement by mid-2017.
Given the predicted threshold-achievement by 2015, the portion of the Levy Control Framework budget for Large-Scale PV Plants accredited for ROCs will have to end in the UK Government's view in April 2015, rather than in April 2017, with the net result that contracts for difference ('CfDs') will have an earlier adoption date that coincides with the targeted curtailment of ROCs for PV Plants on 1.4.15 ('Cut-off-Date').
The non-progression of "grandfathering" of ROCs following the Cut-off-Date for plants already accredited for receipt of ROCs, and the likely impact of the key terms of the current form of CfD are explored in this article, together with brief discussion on the other proposals to tackle the early threshold-achievement that were considered by DECC and reported on in URN 14D/114.
Our team are ready to assist with preparation of responses to the Consultation due by 7.7.14.
The Electricity Act of 2003 consolidates laws relating to electricity generation, transmission, distribution and use in India. It aims to promote competition and protect consumer interests in the electricity industry. Key aspects covered include establishing the Central Electricity Authority and State Electricity Regulatory Commissions to regulate tariffs and policies, and setting up an Appellate Tribunal to handle disputes. The Act defines important terms related to electricity supply and regulates various areas of the industry including generation, transmission, distribution and trading of power.
On 6 April 2020, the Prime Minister issued Decision No. 13/2020/QD-TTg on the Mechanism for Encouragement of Development of Solar Power in Vietnam (“Decision 13”). Decision 11 will take effect on 22 May 2020 and is the long awaited regulation to replace Decision No. 11/2017/QD-TTg dated 11 April 2017 of the Prime Minister as amended by Decision 02/2019/QD-TTg dated 8 January 2019 of the Prime Minister which expired on 30 June 2019.
Rajasthan Net Metering Regulations 2015 released by Rajasthan Regulatory Commission (RERC).
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
Practice directions rts net metering regulations 2015Jay Ranvir
CONNECTIVITY FOR ‘CHANGE-OVER’ CONSUMERS
PRACTICE DIRECTIONS Meter reading, energy accounting and settlement with the Consumer shall be
undertaken by the Supply Licensee as per the terms of the Regulations. The Supply
Licensee shall pay the Wheeling Charges, as approved by the Commission for a
particular financial year and corresponding to the unadjusted net credited Units of
electricity at the end of that year, to the Wires Licensee. Such payment will be taken
into account by the Commission while determining the respective Aggregate Revenue
Requirements.
This document summarizes Gujarat's new Wind Power Policy for 2013-2016. The key points are:
- It aims to promote wind power generation in Gujarat by providing various incentives over a 25 year period.
- It sets renewable purchase obligations for distribution licensees to purchase a portion of energy from wind and other renewable sources.
- It allows private companies and individuals to set up wind turbines either for captive use or third party sale, and lays out terms for wheeling power, banking surplus energy, and selling excess to distribution utilities.
Decision 13/2020/QD-TTg FIT2 of Solar Power Project in VietnamDo Tuan Phong
Decision 13/2020/QD-TTg FIT2 of Solar Power Project in Vietnam
- Solar Farm : 7.09cent/kW
- Floating farm : 7.69cent/kW
- Rooftop Solar : 8.38cent/kW
Apply before 31/12/2020
NanoGrids for Home Application in a Power Cloud Framework Alessandro Burgio
Thanks to recent innovations driven by European Union and national policies, lately it has been possible to see the realization of effective renewable energy technologies, for both large and small-scale use, alongside considerable cost reductions for customers. As a result, businesses and households can increasingly produce and consume, some or all, their own electricity, either instantaneously or in a deferred manner through decentralized storage, behind the connection point with the grid (i.e. the meter). In such a way, it is possible to maximize self-consumption in order to increase their efficiency of energy use and reduce their exposure to electricity prices. In the paper, the use of the so-called Nanogrid for Home Application is proposed to achieve the result of the self-consumption maximization. Moreover, a framework of exchanging energy among Prosumers (Power Cloud) is illustrated to promote the use of Nanogrids for Home Applications.
The briefing at the following link explores the impact of the proposed changes to the renewable subsidy regime for solar facilities installed in England and Wales that are five (5) megawatts or larger in size ('Large-scale PV Plants') given the 13 May 2014 announcement from DECC ('URN 14D/114').
DECC have put forward that in their view the capacity threshold of gigawatts installed of Large-Scale PV Plants in England and Wales will be achieved by the solar development community (including funders, contractors and developers) by mid-2015 rather than by the earlier predicted threshold-achievement by mid-2017.
Given the predicted threshold-achievement by 2015, the portion of the Levy Control Framework budget for Large-Scale PV Plants accredited for ROCs will have to end in the UK Government's view in April 2015, rather than in April 2017, with the net result that contracts for difference ('CfDs') will have an earlier adoption date that coincides with the targeted curtailment of ROCs for PV Plants on 1.4.15 ('Cut-off-Date').
The non-progression of "grandfathering" of ROCs following the Cut-off-Date for plants already accredited for receipt of ROCs, and the likely impact of the key terms of the current form of CfD are explored in this article, together with brief discussion on the other proposals to tackle the early threshold-achievement that were considered by DECC and reported on in URN 14D/114.
Our team are ready to assist with preparation of responses to the Consultation due by 7.7.14.
The Electricity Act of 2003 consolidates laws relating to electricity generation, transmission, distribution and use in India. It aims to promote competition and protect consumer interests in the electricity industry. Key aspects covered include establishing the Central Electricity Authority and State Electricity Regulatory Commissions to regulate tariffs and policies, and setting up an Appellate Tribunal to handle disputes. The Act defines important terms related to electricity supply and regulates various areas of the industry including generation, transmission, distribution and trading of power.
The summary provides an overview of India's solar policies and the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM). Key points include:
- The JNNSM aims to achieve 20,000 MW of grid-connected solar power by 2022 through a phased approach from 2010-2022. Phase 1 targets 500 MW by 2013.
- It also targets 1,000 MW of off-grid solar power by 2017 and 2,000 MW by 2022 through programs like solar home lighting and microgrids.
- Policies include capital subsidies, soft loans, generation-based incentives and renewable purchase obligations set by states to encourage solar development.
- For grid projects,
This document is the Law of Mongolia on Energy from 2001. It defines key terms related to energy generation, transmission, distribution and supply. It establishes the roles and powers of various government bodies in regulating the energy sector, including the State Ikh Khural, Government, regulatory agencies, and local governors. It also defines the role and powers of the Energy Regulatory Authority to regulate licensees and approve tariffs in the energy sector.
GERC (Forecasting, Scheduling, Deviation Settlement and Related Matters of So...Das A. K.
This document outlines regulations for forecasting, scheduling, and deviation settlement related to solar and wind power generation sources in Gujarat, India. Key points:
- The regulations apply to all wind and solar generators over 1 MW connected to the state grid and selling power within or outside the state.
- Generators/qualified coordinating agencies must provide day-ahead and week-ahead forecasts and are allowed to revise schedules intraday. Forecasts and schedules are submitted to the state load dispatch center.
- Deviations from schedules will result in commercial impacts that are borne by the generators. Qualified coordinating agencies can represent generators and be responsible for deviation charges.
- The regulations establish definitions, objectives, roles
This document summarizes solar policies in India at the national and state levels. The national Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission aims to achieve 20,000 MW of solar power by 2022 through 3 phases. Key objectives include grid parity by 2020 and parity with coal power by 2030. States like Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Andhra Pradesh have been leaders in solar capacity and generation. State policies address tariffs, taxes, wheeling charges, and rooftop solar initiatives. Overall, the document analyzes progress and gaps in policies, and recommends priorities like standard net metering guidelines to fully realize India's solar energy potential.
The document summarizes Haryana's Solar Power Policy 2014, which aims to promote solar power generation in the state. Key points:
- Targets installing 100MW of grid-connected solar projects by 2017 and 1300MW total by 2022 to meet renewable energy obligations.
- Encourages rooftop solar projects totaling 50MW on homes, businesses, public buildings by offering subsidies and power purchase.
- Explores setting up 50MW of projects on panchayat lands and along canal overheads via competitive bidding.
- Aims to create jobs, boost the economy, reduce emissions through developing the local solar industry and increasing solar power use.
The document is the Electricity Act of 2003 from India. It consolidates laws related to electricity generation, transmission, distribution, trading and use. The key goals are to promote competition in the electricity industry, protect consumer interests, ensure universal access to electricity, rationalize tariffs, promote transparency in subsidies and promote environmentally friendly policies. It establishes the Central Electricity Authority and State Electricity Regulatory Commissions to regulate the electricity sector and the Appellate Tribunal to hear appeals.
Scope of solar generation in West Bengal (an Indian State)Amitava Nag
The existing scope of solar generation in West Bengal is briefed in this paper whereas West Bengal government is working to issue a fresh policy very soon.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) authorized a proposed merger between Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. and NextEra Energy, Inc. whereby NextEra would indirectly acquire 100% of Hawaiian Electric Industries. The merger would result in Hawaiian Electric Industries becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary of NextEra. FERC determined the proposed merger was consistent with the public interest and would not adversely affect competition, rates, regulation, or result in cross-subsidization. The authorization was subject to conditions including retaining regulatory authority and requiring any necessary rate or status change filings.
States Policies and SERCs Regulatory/ Tariff Order for rooftop solar power pr...Harish Sharma
This document provides information on state policies and regulatory orders related to grid-connected solar rooftop projects in various Indian states. It lists the relevant solar policy and orders passed by the state electricity regulatory commissions for states including Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Kerala, Manipur, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, and some union territories. The document aims to give an overview of the policies and regulations governing rooftop solar projects across different states in India.
Regulations, Supply Rules and Standards of ElectricityRupesh Bobbili
This document summarizes key Indian electricity regulations, standards and supply rules over time. It discusses the Electricity Act of 1910 which established the basic framework for the electric supply industry. It then covers the Electricity (Supply) Act of 1948 which mandated the creation of State Electricity Boards. The Electricity Regulatory Commission Act of 1998 allowed for setting up commissions to determine tariffs independently of governments. Subsequent acts addressed energy efficiency, liberalized the electricity market, established regulatory bodies, and outlined requirements for generation, transmission and distribution of electricity. The document provides an overview of the regulatory evolution of the Indian electricity sector.
This document is the Republic Act No 9136, also known as the Electric Power Industry Reform Act of 2001. It establishes policies for restructuring the electric power industry in the Philippines, including total electrification of the country, ensuring affordable and reliable electricity supply, and enhancing private sector participation and competition through privatization and regulatory reforms. It defines key terms, establishes the framework for transitioning to a competitive structure, and assigns roles and responsibilities to government agencies and private entities in the reformed industry.
Forecasting, scheduling and im balance handling forJay Ranvir
This document outlines procedures for implementing a framework for forecasting, scheduling, and imbalance handling for renewable energy (RE) generating stations including wind and solar power parks at the inter-state level in India. Key points:
- The procedure is applicable to RE generators connected to the inter-state transmission system and having over 50MW capacity, as well as solar/wind parks and generators acting as lead/principal generators.
- It defines roles for RE generators, load dispatch centers, regional power committees, and others. Generators must provide forecasts, schedules, real-time data and monthly data. Load centers coordinate scheduling and handle forecasting.
- The procedure covers connectivity applications, scheduling, metering requirements, energy accounting
Solar in India have its own importance. It's the best opportunity for investors and this presentation explores it. If you need any further info please feel free to contact me. Viraj
India has over 2.5 GW of installed solar photovoltaic capacity as of May 2014. While India added only 916 MW of new solar installations in 2013, it still ranked sixth globally for solar capacity additions that year. Government policies have been the primary driver of India's solar energy sector, but the market is gradually shifting from incentive-driven to price-parity driven as solar plants without power purchase agreements from utilities are contributing more capacity. The announcements of new state-level solar policies and allocations under the National Solar Mission's Phase 2 have increased excitement for solar development in India.
Official Document of the Solar Power Policy of Andhra Pradesh 2015.
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC) has amended its previous Net Metering Rooftop Solar PV Grid Interactive Systems Regulations of 2016. The key amendments are:
1) Residential consumers in Gujarat can now install rooftop solar capacity irrespective of their sanctioned load. Previously there was a limit based on sanctioned load.
2) The application process for connecting rooftop solar to the distribution network has been updated to remove the capacity limit requirement, except for non-residential consumers which still have a 50% of load limit for the first 2 years.
3) The interconnection agreement annex has been updated to reflect the new policy that residential consumers can
The document discusses India's captive power policy. Some key points:
- Captive generation was first recognized in 1948 and allowed under certain conditions. The Electricity Act of 2003 removed restrictions and allowed any person to set up a captive generating plant.
- A captive generating plant is defined as one set up primarily to generate power for one's own use. Excess power can be sold to the grid. Dedicated transmission lines are also allowed.
- The objective is to increase competitive pressure on utilities and prevent high cross-subsidies for industrial consumers. However, open access and transmission tariffs can limit available capacity for the grid.
- Rules require captive users to own at least 26% of
Solving Nigeria's Incessant power cuts through Small scale Captive Power Plants, Embedded Power Plant, renewable ENergy and the use of LNG regasification plants in Load centres. by Olumuyiwa Abiodun.
The document discusses key provisions and issues related to captive power plants in India. The Electricity Act of 2003 legally enables the establishment of captive power plants. National policies also aim to promote captive power by ensuring cost-effective and reliable electricity. However, challenges remain around open access for selling surplus power to the grid and high transmission costs. Further development of captive power could help industries and support renewable energy growth.
Solar Regulations & Market Policies- YP ChawlaY P Chawla
The Challenges for Electricity Regulator in developing Solar Regulations ( have to area specific) & Market Policies to bring in more Investors for the benefit of the Stakeholders
Policy on Net Metering for Grid Interactive Roof-Top Solar Photo Voltaic Powe...Headway Solar
Policy on Net Metering for Grid Interactive Roof-Top Solar Photo Voltaic Power Plants Punjab 2014
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
This document outlines draft regulations for rooftop solar PV grid interactive systems and net/gross metering in Jharkhand, India. It defines key terms related to rooftop solar systems and metering arrangements. It establishes the scope and general principles, including that eligible consumers can install rooftop solar systems up to 100% of their sanctioned load under net or gross metering. It also outlines procedures for applying, feasibility analysis, approval and registration of rooftop solar projects. The key responsibilities of distribution licensees and consumers are provided.
The summary provides an overview of India's solar policies and the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM). Key points include:
- The JNNSM aims to achieve 20,000 MW of grid-connected solar power by 2022 through a phased approach from 2010-2022. Phase 1 targets 500 MW by 2013.
- It also targets 1,000 MW of off-grid solar power by 2017 and 2,000 MW by 2022 through programs like solar home lighting and microgrids.
- Policies include capital subsidies, soft loans, generation-based incentives and renewable purchase obligations set by states to encourage solar development.
- For grid projects,
This document is the Law of Mongolia on Energy from 2001. It defines key terms related to energy generation, transmission, distribution and supply. It establishes the roles and powers of various government bodies in regulating the energy sector, including the State Ikh Khural, Government, regulatory agencies, and local governors. It also defines the role and powers of the Energy Regulatory Authority to regulate licensees and approve tariffs in the energy sector.
GERC (Forecasting, Scheduling, Deviation Settlement and Related Matters of So...Das A. K.
This document outlines regulations for forecasting, scheduling, and deviation settlement related to solar and wind power generation sources in Gujarat, India. Key points:
- The regulations apply to all wind and solar generators over 1 MW connected to the state grid and selling power within or outside the state.
- Generators/qualified coordinating agencies must provide day-ahead and week-ahead forecasts and are allowed to revise schedules intraday. Forecasts and schedules are submitted to the state load dispatch center.
- Deviations from schedules will result in commercial impacts that are borne by the generators. Qualified coordinating agencies can represent generators and be responsible for deviation charges.
- The regulations establish definitions, objectives, roles
This document summarizes solar policies in India at the national and state levels. The national Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission aims to achieve 20,000 MW of solar power by 2022 through 3 phases. Key objectives include grid parity by 2020 and parity with coal power by 2030. States like Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Andhra Pradesh have been leaders in solar capacity and generation. State policies address tariffs, taxes, wheeling charges, and rooftop solar initiatives. Overall, the document analyzes progress and gaps in policies, and recommends priorities like standard net metering guidelines to fully realize India's solar energy potential.
The document summarizes Haryana's Solar Power Policy 2014, which aims to promote solar power generation in the state. Key points:
- Targets installing 100MW of grid-connected solar projects by 2017 and 1300MW total by 2022 to meet renewable energy obligations.
- Encourages rooftop solar projects totaling 50MW on homes, businesses, public buildings by offering subsidies and power purchase.
- Explores setting up 50MW of projects on panchayat lands and along canal overheads via competitive bidding.
- Aims to create jobs, boost the economy, reduce emissions through developing the local solar industry and increasing solar power use.
The document is the Electricity Act of 2003 from India. It consolidates laws related to electricity generation, transmission, distribution, trading and use. The key goals are to promote competition in the electricity industry, protect consumer interests, ensure universal access to electricity, rationalize tariffs, promote transparency in subsidies and promote environmentally friendly policies. It establishes the Central Electricity Authority and State Electricity Regulatory Commissions to regulate the electricity sector and the Appellate Tribunal to hear appeals.
Scope of solar generation in West Bengal (an Indian State)Amitava Nag
The existing scope of solar generation in West Bengal is briefed in this paper whereas West Bengal government is working to issue a fresh policy very soon.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) authorized a proposed merger between Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. and NextEra Energy, Inc. whereby NextEra would indirectly acquire 100% of Hawaiian Electric Industries. The merger would result in Hawaiian Electric Industries becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary of NextEra. FERC determined the proposed merger was consistent with the public interest and would not adversely affect competition, rates, regulation, or result in cross-subsidization. The authorization was subject to conditions including retaining regulatory authority and requiring any necessary rate or status change filings.
States Policies and SERCs Regulatory/ Tariff Order for rooftop solar power pr...Harish Sharma
This document provides information on state policies and regulatory orders related to grid-connected solar rooftop projects in various Indian states. It lists the relevant solar policy and orders passed by the state electricity regulatory commissions for states including Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana, Karnataka, Kerala, Manipur, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, and some union territories. The document aims to give an overview of the policies and regulations governing rooftop solar projects across different states in India.
Regulations, Supply Rules and Standards of ElectricityRupesh Bobbili
This document summarizes key Indian electricity regulations, standards and supply rules over time. It discusses the Electricity Act of 1910 which established the basic framework for the electric supply industry. It then covers the Electricity (Supply) Act of 1948 which mandated the creation of State Electricity Boards. The Electricity Regulatory Commission Act of 1998 allowed for setting up commissions to determine tariffs independently of governments. Subsequent acts addressed energy efficiency, liberalized the electricity market, established regulatory bodies, and outlined requirements for generation, transmission and distribution of electricity. The document provides an overview of the regulatory evolution of the Indian electricity sector.
This document is the Republic Act No 9136, also known as the Electric Power Industry Reform Act of 2001. It establishes policies for restructuring the electric power industry in the Philippines, including total electrification of the country, ensuring affordable and reliable electricity supply, and enhancing private sector participation and competition through privatization and regulatory reforms. It defines key terms, establishes the framework for transitioning to a competitive structure, and assigns roles and responsibilities to government agencies and private entities in the reformed industry.
Forecasting, scheduling and im balance handling forJay Ranvir
This document outlines procedures for implementing a framework for forecasting, scheduling, and imbalance handling for renewable energy (RE) generating stations including wind and solar power parks at the inter-state level in India. Key points:
- The procedure is applicable to RE generators connected to the inter-state transmission system and having over 50MW capacity, as well as solar/wind parks and generators acting as lead/principal generators.
- It defines roles for RE generators, load dispatch centers, regional power committees, and others. Generators must provide forecasts, schedules, real-time data and monthly data. Load centers coordinate scheduling and handle forecasting.
- The procedure covers connectivity applications, scheduling, metering requirements, energy accounting
Solar in India have its own importance. It's the best opportunity for investors and this presentation explores it. If you need any further info please feel free to contact me. Viraj
India has over 2.5 GW of installed solar photovoltaic capacity as of May 2014. While India added only 916 MW of new solar installations in 2013, it still ranked sixth globally for solar capacity additions that year. Government policies have been the primary driver of India's solar energy sector, but the market is gradually shifting from incentive-driven to price-parity driven as solar plants without power purchase agreements from utilities are contributing more capacity. The announcements of new state-level solar policies and allocations under the National Solar Mission's Phase 2 have increased excitement for solar development in India.
Official Document of the Solar Power Policy of Andhra Pradesh 2015.
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission (GERC) has amended its previous Net Metering Rooftop Solar PV Grid Interactive Systems Regulations of 2016. The key amendments are:
1) Residential consumers in Gujarat can now install rooftop solar capacity irrespective of their sanctioned load. Previously there was a limit based on sanctioned load.
2) The application process for connecting rooftop solar to the distribution network has been updated to remove the capacity limit requirement, except for non-residential consumers which still have a 50% of load limit for the first 2 years.
3) The interconnection agreement annex has been updated to reflect the new policy that residential consumers can
The document discusses India's captive power policy. Some key points:
- Captive generation was first recognized in 1948 and allowed under certain conditions. The Electricity Act of 2003 removed restrictions and allowed any person to set up a captive generating plant.
- A captive generating plant is defined as one set up primarily to generate power for one's own use. Excess power can be sold to the grid. Dedicated transmission lines are also allowed.
- The objective is to increase competitive pressure on utilities and prevent high cross-subsidies for industrial consumers. However, open access and transmission tariffs can limit available capacity for the grid.
- Rules require captive users to own at least 26% of
Solving Nigeria's Incessant power cuts through Small scale Captive Power Plants, Embedded Power Plant, renewable ENergy and the use of LNG regasification plants in Load centres. by Olumuyiwa Abiodun.
The document discusses key provisions and issues related to captive power plants in India. The Electricity Act of 2003 legally enables the establishment of captive power plants. National policies also aim to promote captive power by ensuring cost-effective and reliable electricity. However, challenges remain around open access for selling surplus power to the grid and high transmission costs. Further development of captive power could help industries and support renewable energy growth.
Solar Regulations & Market Policies- YP ChawlaY P Chawla
The Challenges for Electricity Regulator in developing Solar Regulations ( have to area specific) & Market Policies to bring in more Investors for the benefit of the Stakeholders
Policy on Net Metering for Grid Interactive Roof-Top Solar Photo Voltaic Powe...Headway Solar
Policy on Net Metering for Grid Interactive Roof-Top Solar Photo Voltaic Power Plants Punjab 2014
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
This document outlines draft regulations for rooftop solar PV grid interactive systems and net/gross metering in Jharkhand, India. It defines key terms related to rooftop solar systems and metering arrangements. It establishes the scope and general principles, including that eligible consumers can install rooftop solar systems up to 100% of their sanctioned load under net or gross metering. It also outlines procedures for applying, feasibility analysis, approval and registration of rooftop solar projects. The key responsibilities of distribution licensees and consumers are provided.
Punjab SERC (Forecasting, Scheduling, Deviation Settlement and Related Matte...Das A. K.
This document outlines regulations for forecasting, scheduling, and deviation settlement of solar and wind generation sources in Punjab, India. It defines key terms and establishes requirements for wind and solar generators to register with the state load dispatch center and provide forecasts, schedules, technical data and weather data. Generators must forecast day-ahead and week-ahead and can revise schedules up to 16 times per day. Deviation charges will be paid into a state pool account for errors over 10% between actual and scheduled generation. A qualified coordinating agency can coordinate schedules and settlements on behalf of generators connected to the same pooling station.
Draft MERC Net Metering for Solar Rooftop Regulations,2015Headway Solar
Maharashtra Net Metering for Solar Rooftop systems Regulations 2015 released by Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC).
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
DERC Renewable energy Net Metering Regulations 2014Headway Solar
Delhi Net Metering Regulations 2014 released by Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC).
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
This document establishes regulations for the Electricity (Primary Grid Code) in Uganda. It defines key terms related to electricity distribution and establishes the Grid Code that licensees must follow. The Grid Code covers general conditions for unforeseen circumstances, responsibilities of parties, and system operations including planning, operating reserves criteria, and voltage control. It is intended to ensure the reliable and secure operation of the electricity grid in Uganda.
Forecasting, scheduling and imbalance handling for Solar Wind EnergyJay Ranvir
This document outlines procedures for implementing a framework for forecasting, scheduling, and imbalance handling for renewable energy (RE) generating stations including wind and solar power parks at the inter-state level in India. Key points:
- The procedure is applicable to RE generators connected to the inter-state transmission system and having over 50MW capacity, as well as solar/wind parks and generators acting as lead/principal generators.
- It defines roles for RE generators, load dispatch centers, regional power committees, and others. Generators must provide forecasts, schedules, real-time data and monthly data. Load centers coordinate scheduling and handle forecasting.
- The procedure covers connectivity applications, scheduling, metering requirements, energy accounting
This document is the Electric Power Industry Reform Act of 2001, which aims to restructure the Philippine electric power industry. It establishes the following key points:
1. It declares the state's policy to ensure reliable, affordable, and environmentally sustainable electricity supply through privatization, competition and an independent regulator.
2. It creates the Energy Regulatory Commission as an independent body to regulate the electric power industry and protect consumers.
3. It defines terms related to industry participants like generators, transmitters, distributors and consumers and outlines the transition to open access and competition between private entities.
This document outlines draft regulations for a renewable energy feed-in tariff (REFIT) program in Nigeria. The REFIT aims to boost renewable energy generation through long-term power purchase agreements between generators and buyers that provide guaranteed pricing. Key points include:
- The REFIT will apply to renewable projects between 1-30MW and targets 2000MW of capacity by 2020 from solar, wind, hydro, and biomass.
- Standardized PPAs and grid connection will be required for projects up to 30MW, while larger projects will require negotiated PPAs.
- Tariffs will be technology-specific and calculated using a long run marginal cost methodology to provide reasonable returns over 20-year PPAs.
- Cap
This document outlines regulations established by the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission regarding standards of performance for distribution licensees. It defines key terms and sets timelines for licensees to complete inspections, provide cost estimates, and give new electricity connections. Standards are established for reliability of supply, metering, reconnections, and other services. Formulas are provided to calculate reliability indices like SAIDI, SAIFI and CAIDI to measure system interruptions. The regulations also determine the process for consumers to claim compensation if licensees fail to meet the performance standards.
The document announces new regulations for renewable energy projects in Himachal Pradesh commencing October 1, 2017. It notes the previous regulations expired on September 30, 2017, so new regulations are necessary. It describes the process of publishing draft regulations, receiving public comments, and conducting public hearings to consider stakeholder views before finalizing the new regulations. The new Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (Promotion of Generation from the Renewable Energy Sources and Terms and Conditions for Tariff Determination) Regulations, 2017 will replace the previous regulations and set tariff determination norms for renewable energy projects until March 2020.
This document outlines 3 schemes for interconnecting micro scale renewable energy power generating facilities to the low voltage consumer feeders of Sri Lanka's national grid. Scheme 1 allows net metering where exported energy is credited against imported energy. Scheme 2 adds an export tariff for net exported energy. Scheme 3 involves direct export of all generated energy through a dedicated meter, with the producer paid for exports. The document provides details on technical requirements, application processes, metering, safety features, and the rights and obligations of producers and the grid operator.
This document outlines an agreement and interconnection standards for net metering of an on-grid renewable energy generating facility between the Ceylon Electricity Board and a producer. Key points include that the producer owns a renewable energy generation facility on their property to offset their electricity usage from the grid. The agreement defines terms like import/export of energy and net metering. It specifies the 20 year term, technical requirements for the producer's system to interconnect safely with the grid, and that CEB will install meters and bill the producer for their net electricity usage each month while crediting any excess energy exported back to the grid.
This document outlines regulations established by the Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) regarding captive and non-conventional energy generating plants in Uttar Pradesh. The regulations cover topics such as the scope and application of the regulations, obligations and duties of captive generating plants, open access provisions, tariffs, and sale of surplus power. Key points include:
- The regulations apply to all existing and proposed captive generating plants of 1 MW or larger in Uttar Pradesh.
- Captive plants must abide by technical standards and grid discipline. They have rights to open access transmission.
- Captive plants can sell surplus power to distribution licensees via power purchase agreements approved by UPERC
This document outlines a proposed power purchase agreement between Power One Ltd. and Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited for a solar PV project. Key points include:
- The PPA defines the commercial terms for sale of electricity from the solar project to GUVNL over 25 years.
- Power One will be responsible for project construction and commissioning by the scheduled date. Liquidated damages apply for delays.
- GUVNL will pay a fixed tariff of Rs. 15/unit for the first 12 years and Rs. 5/unit for years 13-25 for solar energy delivered.
- Billing and payment terms require Power One to submit monthly invoices and GUVNL
Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (Forecasting, Scheduling, Devi...Das A. K.
Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission (Forecasting,
Scheduling, Deviation Settlement and Related Matters of Solar and Wind Generation Sources) Regulations,
2019
This document is a draft power purchase agreement between a generating company and Uttarakhand Power Corporation Limited (UPCL). It outlines the responsibilities of both parties regarding the generation facilities, evacuation system, and interfacing with the grid. The key points are:
1) The generating company will own, operate, and maintain the generating station and dedicated transmission line. UPCL will provide connectivity to its substation within 10km and required equipment.
2) The generating company can opt to construct the evacuation system itself or have UPCL/STU do it, in which case it must pay estimated costs.
3) Responsibilities for maintenance of equipment are assigned based on ownership of terminals and lines.
This document provides an overview of solar PV power policy and business opportunities in Saudi Arabia. It discusses solar PV technology, equipment, plant schematics, business models, solar irradiation maps, and KSA small-scale solar PV system regulations. The key opportunities outlined are for individuals to work as solar consultants, contractors, system integrators or material suppliers. Eligible consumers can install small-scale solar PV systems from 1kW to 2MW across residential, commercial and industrial sectors.
Net metering requirements in punjab for grid interactive rooftop SPV Power PlantHarish Sharma
All the consumers of the State Distribution licensee or PSPCL who intend to encourage solar energy and set up solar PV plants at available places on roof-tops of Individual households, industries, Government or Semi-Government or Local Body offices, commercial establishments, institutions, residential complexes shall be eligible with project capacity ranging from minimum 1 KWp upto 1MWp (AC side) with or without battery back-up support. Consumers may generate solar power for self consumption and may feed excess power into the grid to be adjusted.
This document provides guidelines for implementing the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evem Utthan Mahabhiyan (PM KUSUM) Scheme in India. The scheme has three components: 1) Setting up decentralized ground or stilt-mounted solar power plants up to 2 MW capacity, 2) Installing 17.5 lakh standalone solar pumps for agriculture, and 3) Solarizing 10 lakh existing grid-connected agriculture pumps. It aims to add 25,750 MW of solar capacity by 2022 with Rs. 34,422 crore in central funding. Distribution companies will notify available surplus capacity at substations and invite applications from farmers, cooperatives, or developers to set up renewable plants
Profile on the production retreaded tyreJay Ranvir
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This document provides information on setting up a tyre retreading business using a cold process method. It details the production capacity of retreading light commercial vehicle, passenger car, and truck tires. The total fixed capital requirement is about Rs. 12.95 lakhs with working capital needs of Rs. 16.89 lakhs. The projected annual sales are Rs. 91.8 lakhs with a net profit of Rs. 18.11 lakhs, yielding a profit ratio of 19.7% and return on investment of 61%.
This document outlines the transmission and distribution charges payable for open access in Rajasthan for 2018-19, as approved by the Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission. For transmission, the tariff is Rs. 154.45/kW/month for long-term and medium-term customers and Rs. 5.08/kW/day for short-term customers. The SLDC charges are Rs. 93.89 paisa/kW/month and Rs. 3.13 paisa/kW/day respectively. Scheduling charges are also outlined. Wheeling charges and system losses are provided for the distribution companies. An additional surcharge of Rs. 0.80/Unit and
Response to msedcl demands the cumulative capacity to be allowed at a particular distribution transformer shall not exceed 15% of the
peak capacity of the distribution transformer instead of present 40% and maximum capacity limit of 50%
of consumer’s sanctioned load/contract demand for individual roof top installation need to be added in the
Principal Regulations.’
2. ‘MSEDCL further suggests that the electricity generated from a solar rooftop system shall be capped
cumulatively at 90% of the electricity consumption by the eligible consumer at the end of the relevant billing
period.’
3. ‘MSEDCL humbly requests Hon’ble Commission to allow MSEDCL to levy wheeling charges on rooftop
energy consumption.’
Notified f &s regulations 2018,Deviation Settlement for Intra-State Transactions
7.1 The sale of power within Maharashtra by Solar and Wind Energy Generators connected to the
Intra-State Transmission Network shall be settled by the Procurers on the basis of their actual
generation, whereas the Deviation Settlement shall be undertaken as specified in these
Regulations Solar or Wind Energy Generator who deviates from its given Schedule shall be liable to pay a
Deviation Charge under the provisions of these Regulations.
7.2 In respect of sale or self-consumption of power within Maharashtra, if the actual injected
generation of a stand-alone Generator or the aggregate of such generation at a Pooling SubStation,
as the case may be, differs from the scheduled generation, the Deviation Charge for the
excess or shortfall shall be payable by the QCA to the Pool Account, through the SLDC
The document compares CAPEX (capital expenditure) and OPEX (operational expenditure) models for solar power projects. Under CAPEX, the owner makes an upfront investment and is responsible for operations and maintenance. Under OPEX, there is no upfront cost as the developer owns and maintains the asset under a long-term power purchase agreement. The document outlines various risks and responsibilities under each model, such as tax benefits, production guarantees, limitations, operations and maintenance, monitoring, and end-of-life responsibilities. It also provides a scenario analysis comparing the two models based on factors like cash reserves, land leasing timelines, project timelines, operating capabilities, tariff escalation rates and load profiles.
Plastics to oil report, Waste recycling machine defines an environmental equiment that waste rubber tyres , waste
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and pyrolysis, finally distillate the oil gas,and then cooled to the oil through the condensers as well
as the carbon black and steel wire.
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Xinxiang Huayin Renewable Energy Equipment Co., Ltd is a Chinese manufacturer of waste pyrolysis machines located in Henan Province. They have over 20 years of experience developing and selling pyrolysis machines that convert waste tires and plastics into fuel oil. Their flagship product is a 5-ton pyrolysis plant that costs $35,000 and includes a reactor, condensers, oil tanks, and other major components to transform waste into 45% pyrolysis oil, 30% carbon black, and 15% steel wire. They offer installation support, a one-year warranty, and have sold machines to over 34 countries.
Verification of compliance of renewable purchase obligationJay Ranvir
This order from the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission addresses Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd.'s (MSEDCL) compliance with renewable purchase obligation (RPO) targets for fiscal year 2016-17. Key points:
1. MSEDCL was required to meet an RPO target of 11% for 2016-17, including 1% from solar and 10% from non-solar renewable sources.
2. The Commission has powers to impose regulatory charges on obligated entities like MSEDCL that fail to meet RPO targets or purchase sufficient renewable energy certificates (RECs).
3. MSEDCL submitted its statement of renewable energy procured for 2016-17 which is being verified
The indian-sunshine-the-solar-energy-landscape-in-india (1)Jay Ranvir
The Indian government aims to significantly increase solar power generation to meet energy demands and reduce costs. Its target is to reach 100 GW of solar capacity by 2022 through various initiatives like developing solar parks, creating green energy corridors between states, and holding bids to lower solar tariffs. Various policy reforms and incentives are also helping to attract more private and international investment into India's growing solar energy sector.
The indian-sunshine-the-solar-energy-landscape-in-india (1)Jay Ranvir
The Indian government aims to significantly increase solar power generation to meet energy demands and reduce costs. Its target is to reach 100 GW of solar capacity by 2022 through various initiatives like developing solar parks, creating green energy corridors between states, and providing various financial incentives. Several international companies are investing billions in the sector due to the large potential and supportive policies. The solar tariff rates have declined substantially due to technological advances and a fast growing industry.
Applicable charges for group captive open access up solarJay Ranvir
This document outlines charges and requirements for group captive open access for solar power in UP, India for fiscal year 2018-19. Key details include:
- Transmission and wheeling charges and losses
- Exemption of electricity duty for 10 years for certain solar project sales
- Banking of energy annually is permitted
- Required registration documents for injecting and drawee entities connecting to transmission or distribution systems including connectivity agreements and metering details
- Incentives for grid connectivity of larger solar projects in certain regions including reimbursing costs for transmission line construction up to certain distances based on project size.
This document provides an overview of SBI's grid connected rooftop solar PV program funded through the World Bank. It discusses SBI's commitment to financing renewable energy projects, the background and objectives of the program, eligible business models including CAPEX, RESCO and AD models. It also outlines the financing modes of program mode and project mode. Key parameters for project eligibility, security, terms and conditions are defined. Requirements for due diligence, inspections and compliance with environmental and social standards are also included.
This document contains a list of designations, office residences, phone numbers and email addresses for various roles within an organization. The roles include Chief Engineer, Private Secretary, Senior Executive Engineer, Assistant Operating Officer, Superintending Engineer, Additional Superintending Engineer, Deputy Chief Engineer, Senior Engineer, Assistant Engineer and others. Contact information including office phone numbers and residential phone numbers are provided for each role.
The document provides criteria for selecting a solar PV inverter, including:
1) Considering the appropriate AC voltage for the application between 120/240V for residential up to 480Y/277V for commercial and industrial buildings.
2) Examining the inverter's DC voltage parameters like maximum power point tracking range and maximum/minimum voltages.
3) Sizing solar PV strings connected in series and in parallel to match the inverter's power rating for peak efficiency.
4) Designing string layouts for tracker systems to mitigate shading issues between trackers, such as using dedicated strings for each row.
5) Noting communication ports are mostly for monitoring and rarely control, with some providing diagnostic images
The Availability Tariff mechanism in India separates fixed and variable power plant costs. It provides incentives for power plants to increase availability during peak hours and back down during off-peak hours. This helps meet more consumer load when needed and reduces excess generation when not. The mechanism also defines beneficiaries' shares of central plant capacity and schedules to bring discipline to regional grids previously operating in an undisciplined manner. It benefits all constituents by improving grid parameters, encouraging lower-cost generation, and establishing mechanisms for additional power sources and trading.
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Suggestive Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for Solar Plants
This is a document with indicative clauses which is to be signed between the Solar
Project Developer intending to sell Solar Power, to the Distribution Licensee/
Company. The document may be examined and comments if any be made by
various stakeholders.
2. 1
Solar Net Metering Agreement
Between
[•name of Distribution Licensee•]
and
[•name of Solar Power Generator•]
Service Connection Number: [•number•]
[•date•] ,[•month•], [•year•]
(To make the PPA simpler, Clauses not applicable to Net Metering for smaller size
Solar Plants may be kept blank, if not applicable)
3. 1
This agreement made at [•place•] on this [•date•] day of [•month•], [•year•] between [•name
of the Solar Power Generator•], [•address of the Solar Power Generator•], hereinafter
called the “Solar Power Generator”, which expression shall wherever the context so permits,
mean and includes the successors in interests, executors, administrators and assigns as party of
the first part and [•name of Distribution Licensee•] represented by [designation of
signatory] and having office at [•address•], [•city•] [•postal code•], hereinafter called the
“Distribution Licensee”, which expression shall wherever the context so permits, mean and
include the successors in interest, administrators and assigns.
Whereas the Solar Power Generator has agreed to avail the solar net metering facility for the
(rooftop) Solar Power Plant of capacity [•number•] kW, installed at [•location•] with service
connection No. [•number•];
And Whereas Distribution Licensee has agreed to provide grid connectivity and solar net
metering to the above mentioned Solar Power Plant on the terms and conditions as set out
below;
It is hereby agreed between the parties as follows.
1.0 Definitions
1.1. “Act” means the Indian Electricity Act 2003.
1.2. “Applicable Rules and Regulations” shall have the meaning as defined in article 2.2.
1.3. “Authority” means the Central Electricity Authority referred to in sub-section (1) of
section 70 of the Act.
1.4. “BHP” means British Horse Power (a unit of power).
1.5. “Billing cycle” means the period for which regular electricity bills as specified by the
Commission, are prepared for different categories of consumers by the Distribution
Licensee.
1.6. “Commissioning Date” means the date on which the Solar Power Plant is
commissioned and connected to the Grid.
1.7. ”Commission” or “JERC” means the Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission for the
State of Goa and Union Territories of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh,
Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu, Puducherry and Lakshadweep referred to
in sub-section (1) of section 82 of the Act and constituted under the Act.
1.8. “Consumer” means any person who is connected to the electricity distribution
system of the distribution licensee or the Government or any other person engaged
in the business of supplying electricity to the public, as per the Act or any other law
in force as of now and includes any person whose premises are used for receiving
Power, for the time being.
1.9. “Consumer Grievances Redressal Forum” means the forum for redressal of grievance
of Consumers, established under sub-section 5 of section 42 of the Act.
1.10. "Distribution Licensee” means a person granted a license under section 14 (b) of the
Act. A licensed Supplier of Electricity is also covered under this definition.
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1.11. “Electricity Supply Code" means the Electricity Supply Code specified under section
50 of the Act and subsequent amendments thereof, and the Electricity Supply code
of the Commission.
1.12. “Eligibility Criteria’ means a Solar PV and of capacity equal to or more than 500
kWp, and Rooftop Solar Power of capacity equal to or more than 1 kWp but not
more than 500 kWp at one location owned by one individual or entity or a house/
factory / Ware house / Government building / Panchayat Bhavan / Community
centre/ School/ dispensary / hospital / parking Shed or place/ a solar plant on
elevated structure / Group housing society / Resident welfare society/ market roof
top or any such entity, based on the technologies approved by Ministry of New &
Renewable Energy of Government of India are eligible for connecting the project
with Grid under these regulations. The Rooftop projects of ratings higher than 500
KWp can be considered by the distribution licensee if the distribution system remains
stable with higher rating Rooftop Solar Projects getting connected to the grid.
1.13. “Energy Feed-In Meter” means a bidirectional energy meter that is installed to record
the quantities of Imported Energy and Exported Energy.
1.14. “Energy Feed-In Check Meter” means a bidirectional energy meter, which shall be
connected in series with the Energy Export Meter (and in the case of CT-VT operated
meters to the same core of the current transformer (CT) and voltage transformer
(VT) of the Energy Export Meter) and shall be used for accounting and billing of
electricity in case of failure of the Energy Feed-In Meter.
1.15. “Energy Feed-In Payment Advice” means a written advice from the Distribution
Licensee to the Solar Energy Producer with includes the opening and closing
readings of the Energy Feed-In Meter for the Energy Feed-In Payment Cycle and the
Net Exported Energy quantity for which payment will be made by Distribution
Licensee to Solar Power Generator.
1.16. "Energy Feed-In Payment Cycle” means the period for which Solar Power Generator
will be paid by Distribution Licensee for the Net Exported Energy.
1.17. “Exported Energy” means the active energy exported to the Grid by a Solar Energy
Producer.
1.18. “Feed in Tariff” means tariff for ex-bus supply of electricity from Solar PV generating
station for the purpose of accounting.
1.19. “Grid” means the low voltage electrical network, the distribution and transmission
network or the high voltage backbone system of inter-connected transmission lines,
sub-stations and generating plants for sales of energy or wheeling of energy as
defined in the “Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission for the State of Goa and
Union Territories (Grid Connected Solar Power Regulations) –19/ 2015”.
1.20. "Gross Metering" means an arrangement whereby a Solar Power Plant is connected
to the Grid through an Energy Feed-In Meter and whereby the Solar Power
Generator gets paid for the solar energy fed into to the Grid for the total solar power
fed to the grid without accounting for self-consumption / use if any.
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1.21. “Group Net-Metering” means adjustment of electricity consumption imported at
another electricity service connection of the Prosumer within the same State or
Union Territory and same licensed supplier of electricity, with the surplus energy
exported to the Grid from a Solar Power Plant in excess of 100% (one hundred
percent) of imported energy at the location of the Solar Plant premises.
1.22. “Installed Capacity” means the summation of the name plate capacities expressed in
kWp of all the units of the generating station or the capacity of the project reckoned
at the output terminals of the solar project approved by the Commission.
1.23. “Imported Energy” means the active energy imported from the Grid by a Solar
Power Generator.
1.24. “Interconnection Point” means the interface point of a Solar Power Plant with the
distribution network of the Distribution Licensees at appropriate voltage level as
defined in the Applicable Rules and Regulations.
1.25. “kW” means kilowatt (a unit of active electrical power).
1.26. “kWh” means kilowatt-hour (a unit of active electrical energy).
1.27. “kWp” means kilowatt-peak (a unit used for the peak capacity of a Solar Power
Plant).
1.28. “Month” means English calendar month starting with the 1st day / date of the month
and ending with last day/ date of the month. A Part Month will be the applicable
number of days in proportion to the total number of days in the specific month.
1.29. “Net Exported Energy” means the Exported Energy minus Imported Energy by the
Solar Power Generator as recorded by the Energy Feed-In Meter.
1.30. “Ombudsman” means the person appointed in accordance with sub-section 6 of
section 42 read with section 181 of the Act.
1.31. “Obligated Entity” means the licensed Supplier of Power, Distribution Licensee(s),
captive user(s) and Open Access Consumer(s), identified under Procurement of
Renewable Power Energy Regulations of the Commission and mandated under
clause (e) of subsection (1) of section 86 of the Act to fulfil the renewable purchase
obligations as determined by the Commission from time to time.
1.32. “Open Access Consumer” means a consumer permitted by the Distribution Licensee /
Commission to receive supply of electricity from a person, other than the Distribution
Licensee of his area of supply, and the expression(s) includes a generator and a
licensee, who has availed of open access.
1.33. “PPA” means Power purchase agreement- for a fixed term between the Prosumer,
Solar Project Generator or the Solar Power Developer as seller of Solar Power & the
Distribution Licensee as buyer of the solar power.
1.34. “Premises” means Rooftop of a house / factory/ Ware house / Government building/
Panchayat Bhavan / Community centre/ School/ dispensary / hospital / parking place
/ Group housing society/ Market Society / market roof top/ / Canals / Water
Reservoir/ any such place/ or vacant space and elevated area on the land, building
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or the Infrastructure or part or combination thereof, or the area taken on rent or on
lease, and in respect of which a separate meter or metering arrangements have
been made by the licensee for supply of electricity. The premises exclude the historic
structure (unless permission taken from appropriate authority).
1.35. “Renewable Energy Certificate” or “REC” means the certificate issued in accordance
with the procedures approved by the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission.
1.36. “Renewable Purchase Obligation” or “RPO” means renewable power purchase
obligation.
1.37. “Service Connection Meter” means an energy meter which is installed by the
Distribution Licensee to measure the import and, optionally, the export of electrical
energy by a Consumer from the Grid.
1.38. “Solar Power Plant” means a solar photo voltaic energy generating system.
1.39. “Solar Power Generator” or “SPG” means a person who produces solar energy with a
Solar Power Plant, which maybe self-owned or third party-owned.
1.40. “Supplier of Electricity” means a person authorised by the Commission to supply
electricity to Consumers.
1.41. “Solar Energy Tariff” means the price to be paid by Distribution Licensee to Solar
Power Generator for the Net Exported Energy as specified in clause 6.1.7 b) of this
agreement.
1.42. “State Agency” means the agency in the concerned state or Union Territory as may
be designated by the Commission to act as the agency for accreditation and
recommending the renewable energy projects for registration and to undertake such
functions as may be specified under clause (e) of sub-section (1) of Section 86 of
the Act.
1.43. "Third Party Owned” means ownership in which a developer owns a Solar Power
Plant that is installed on the roof or elevated structure or land for which a
commercial lease or revenue share agreement with the owner has been entered into
by the developer / Solar Power Generator.
1.44. “Year” or “Financial Year” means a period commencing on 1st April of an English
Calendar year and ending on 31st March of the subsequent calendar year.
1.45. All other words and expressions used in this agreement, if not specifically defined
herein above, but defined in the Act, shall have the meaning assigned to them in the
Act. The other words and expressions used herein but not specifically defined in this
agreement, regulations or in the Act but defined under any other law passed by the
Parliament applicable to the electricity industry in the State or Union Territory shall
have the meaning assigned to them in such law.
In consideration of the premises and mutual covenants and conditions set forth herein, it is
hereby agreed by and between the parties hereto as follows:
SPG to obtain all information with regard to the Interconnection Facilities as
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reasonably necessary to enable it to design, install and operate all interconnection
plant and apparatus on the SPG's side to enable delivery of electricity at the
Delivery Point and before the SPG Designs, constructs, erects, commissions,
completing and test the Solar Power Project in accordance with the Prudent Utility
Practices and the applicable Law, including the Grid Code, the terms and conditions
of this Agreement :-
2.0 Rules and Regulations
2.1. Eligibility for net metering shall be as specified in the “Joint Electricity Regulatory
Commission for the state of Goa and Union Territories (Solar Power - Grid Connected
Ground Mounted and Solar Rooftop and Metering Regulations –19/ 2015)”
2.2. This agreement is subject to the following rules and regulations, hereinafter
collectively referred to as the “Applicable Rules and Regulations” and any
amendments thereof at the time of signing PPA.
a) Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission for the State of Goa and Union
Territories (Grid Connected Solar Power Regulations) – 19/2015;
b) Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission for the State of Goa and Union
Territories (Supply Code and Performance Standards) Regulations 2010;
c) Central Electricity Authority (Technical Standards for Connectivity of Distributed
Generation Resources) Regulations, 2013
d) Central Electricity Authority (Installation and Operation of Meters) Regulations,
2006;
e) Central Electricity Authority (Measures of Safety and Electricity Supply)
Regulations, 2010;
f) Power Quality & Protection and Controls: Power Quality & Protection and
Controls shall conform to the standards specified in the CEA (Technical
Standards for connectivity to the grid) Regulations, 2007 and CEA (Technical
Standards for Connectivity of Distributed Generation Resources) Regulations,
2013, applicable to the distribution system as amended from time to time.
g) Indian Electricity Rules, 1956.
h) Any other provision that becomes applicable at the time of signing such an PPA
as per the Regulation of the competent authority.
3.0 Technical and Interconnection Requirements
3.1. All the equipment connected to the Distribution Licensee’s distribution system must
be compliant with relevant international (IEEE/IEC) or Indian standards (BIS) and
the installation of electrical equipment must comply with the Applicable Rules and
Regulations.
3.2. The Solar Power Generator agrees to furnish technical data of the Solar Power Plant
that may be required by the Distribution Licensee.
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3.3. The grid-connected Solar Power Plant of Solar Power Generator shall be treated as a
‘Must Run’ power plant and shall not be subjected to ‘merit order dispatch bases by
the Distribution Licensee.
3.4. The Solar Power Generator agrees that the Distribution Licensee shall not be
responsible for any damages to his Solar Power Plant resulting from parallel
operation with the Grid and that the Distribution Licensee shall not be liable to pay
any such damages.
4.0 Safety and Operation Requirements
4.1. The Solar Power Generator agrees that the design, installation, maintenance and
operation of the photovoltaic system are performed in a manner conducive to the
safety of the Solar Power Plant as well as the Distribution Licensee’s distribution
system.
4.2. The Solar Power Generator shall ensure that in case of Grid outage the Solar Power
Plant will not energise Distribution Licensee’s distribution system. The Solar Power
Generator is solely responsible for any accident to human beings / animals
whatsoever (fatal / non-fatal / departmental / non-departmental) that may occur if
the Solar Power Plant energises the Grid during Grid outage.
4.3. The Distribution Licensee reserves the right to disconnect Solar Power Generator’s
installation at any time in the event of the Solar Power Plant damaging its Grid,
meter or other equipment to prevent any accident or damage.
4.4. Solar Power Generator shall install a main switch or isolator near the Energy Feed-In
Meter, which is accessible to the Distribution Licensee and with which the Solar
Power Generator’s Solar Power Plant can be disconnected from the Distribution
Licensee’s distribution system.
4.5. Due to Distribution Licensee’s obligation to maintain a safe and reliable distribution
system, Solar Power Generator agrees that if it is determined by Distribution
Licensee that Solar Power Generator’s Solar Power Plant either causes damage to
and/or produces adverse effects affecting Consumers or Distribution Licensee’s
assets, Solar Power Generator will have to disconnect the Solar Power Plant
immediately from the distribution system upon direction from the Distribution
Licensee and correct the problem at his own expense prior to a reconnection.
5.0 Energy Feed-In Metering
5.1. To measure the solar energy fed-in of to the Grid by the Solar Power Generator an
Energy Feed-In Meter with the standards and specifications as provided in the
Applicable Rules and Regulations shall be installed by the Solar Power Generator.
5.2. For existing service connections, the Energy Feed-In Meter shall be installed as close
as possible to the existing Service Connection Meter or another location as mutually
agreed between the Solar Power Generator and Distribution Licensee.
5.3. If the Solar Power Plant is installed at a location where there is no existing electrical
service connection of Distribution Licensee, the Interconnection Point and the
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location of the Energy Feed-In Meter shall be mutually agreed between the Solar
Power Generator and Distribution Licensee.
5.4. The Distribution Licensee shall arrange to test and seal the Energy Feed-In Meter for
which the Solar Power Generator shall bear the testing charges.
5.5. Solar Power Generator may optionally install an Energy Feed-In Check Meter at his
own cost.
5.6. The metering arrangement, including meter testing, checking and calibration shall be
in accordance with the Applicable Rules and Regulations.
6.0 Energy Accounting and Settlement
6.1. At the end of each Billing Cycle, the Distribution Licensee will take readings of
imported and exported energy as recorded in the bi-directional Service Connection
Meter. The Prosumer will be presented an Invoice / Electricity Bill indicating the
difference between imported and exported energy (i.e. the net-imported energy).
The bill will be raised at the consumer tariff applicable to the Prosumer’s service
connection, if the import is higher than the export of the energy,.
6.2. If during a Billing Cycle including any export surplus already available to the credit of
the Prosumer at the beginning of the billing cycle or a credit of banked energy
available, the energy exported exceeds the energy imported, the export surplus will
be carried over to the next Billing Cycle in kWh (electricity units) as a credit to be
adjusted in the next Billing Cycle(s) for the unadjusted exported units in terms of
energy units.
6.3. The surplus Solar Power generated during peak tariff timings at the credit of the
Prosumer will be adjusted against peak tariff rates ( if applicable) and balance credit
units will be adjusted against energy imports at non-peak rates.
6.4. A final settlement energy bill shall be prepared by the Distribution Licensee at the
end of each Settlement Period, after crediting the Exported Energy Surplus (in kWh)
in other service connections of the Prosumer under the Group Net Metering facility
or Net Metering (as applicable), if the Prosumer opts for using this facility.
6.5. The Exported Energy Surplus which has not been adjusted in another service
connection of Prosumer under the Group Net Metering facility shall be paid for by
the Distribution Licensee at the applicable Solar Tariff for which Distribution Licensee
shall issue an Energy Export Payment Advice within 15 (Fifteen) days from the end
of a Settlement Period. If Distribution Licensee fails to issue an Energy Export
Payment Advice within the stipulated time of 15 (Fifteen days), Prosumer is entitled
to receive payment for the Exported Energy Surplus on the basis of a payment
demand letter issued by the Prosumer to the Distribution Licensee. In case such an
energy export advice is not issued by the Distribution Licensee in time, then the
Prosumer can raise such an invoice. Payment for such Exported Energy Surplus shall
be made by the Distribution Licensee to the Prosumer within 30 (thirty) days from
the date of the receipt of Energy Export Payment Advice along with interest for the
delayed payment through a payment authorisation letter by direct transfer to the
bank account of the Prosumer.
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6.6. The energy exported to the Grid (measured in kWh) can only be utilized to offset the
electricity consumption (measured in kWh) and not for adjustment of any other fees
or charges levied by the Distribution Licensee.
6.7. The settlement of overall export energy surplus may be done twice a year i.e. by
30th
September and 31st
March or once a year i.e. 31st
March (if opted by the
Prosumer), and payments released not later than 31st
October (if applicable) and
30th
April of the next financial year and payments released in electricity bill for export
of Solar Energy (if any) at the feed in Tariff rates (with applicable peak and non-
peak tariffs, if appplicable) announced by the Commission for the year the Plant was
Commissioned. The mode of payment can be a cheque or bank transfer.
6.8. The Solar Energy Tariff agreed upon between Distribution Licensee and Solar Power
Generator under this agreement is as detailed below:
a) Reference to Solar Power Tariff order of the Commission: [•solar energy tariff
order number and date•]
b) Price per kilowatt-hour: Rs. [•number•].
c) Validity: For the term of this agreement as provided for in clause 9.1 of this
agreement.
d) Tariff of Solar Power Plant with Accelerated Depreciation / Without Accelerated
Depreciation (Strike out the not applicable) shall be applicable.
e) Part Financial Year Depreciation: Provided that in case of the commercial
operation of the asset for a part of the year, depreciation if to be claimed by
SPG, shall be charged on pro-rata basis by the SPG.
6.9. The Distribution Licensee will make payment to the Solar Power Generator for each
Energy Feed-In Payment Cycle within 15 (fifteen) days from the date of the Energy
Feed-In Payment Advice or the payment demand letter of Solar Power Generator by
direct transfer to the bank account of the Solar Power Generator.
6.10. The Solar Power Generator shall be exempted from charges in respect of electricity
banking, wheeling, line losses and cross subsidy to the extent of the solar energy
produced.
6.11. If the Energy Feed-In Meter becomes defective Net Exported Energy for the days
during which the meter is defective shall be computed as follows:
a) If the Solar Power Generator has installed an Energy Feed-In Check Meter, the
readings of that meter will be used.
b) In the absence of an Energy Feed-In Check Meter or if that meter is also
defective, the computation will be as follows:
− If the solar net-metering facility has been in service for more than 12
months the Net Exported Energy readings of the corresponding period of
the previous year will be taken.
− If the solar net metering facility has been in service for less than 12 months
the Net Exported Energy for each day shall be computed as follows: x 4.00,
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in which “SPPC” is the Solar Power Plant capacity in kWp for which solar
gross metering facility has been provided by Distribution Licensee.
6.12. Payment for Net Exported Energy on the basis of the computation method provided
for in clause 6.11 b) shall be done for a maximum of 60 (sixty days). If Solar Power
Generator has not repaired or replaced the Energy Feed-In Meter or Energy Feed-In
Check Meter within this period of 60 (sixty) days, Distribution Licensee is entitled to
stop payments for the Net Exported Energy until the Energy Feed-In Meter or Energy
Feed-In Check Meter has been repaired or replaced.
6.13. Rebate : Rebate…… % to be indicated if paid earlier than the time lines fixed above
for the Payment release.
6.14. The applicable Tariff will be after considering Capital Subsidy/Incentive by
the Central/State Government, as available to be specified if availed
Accelerated depreciation benefit availing or not to be indicated by the SPG
on an affidavit at the beginning of each financial year.
In case any benefit not considered while working out the Tariff under these
Regulations , but is made available to SPG later or any material fact is not
indicated by the SPG at this stage and found later the commission has right
to re-determine the Tariff.
7.0 Taxes and Duties
7.1. Tariff fixed under this PPA shall be exclusive of taxes and duties on sale of power as
may be levied by the appropriate Government. Provided that the taxes and duties
levied by the appropriate Government / administration shall be allowed as pass
through on actual incurred basis.
8.0 Renewable Energy Certificates
8.1. The Solar Power Generator will not be eligible for any claim RECs for the solar
energy generated from the Solar Power Plant. If the Solar Power Generator is an
Obligated Entity, the solar energy generated from the Solar Power Plant shall be
accounted towards the RPOs of the Solar Power Generator. The Solar energy
generated shall be considered as RPOs of the Distribution Licensee only if such Solar
Power is not generated by the Obligated Entity other than the distribution licensee.
Conventional Energy replaced by Solar Energy generated for self-use by any
consumer will also be considered towards RPO compliance.
9.0 Term and Termination of the Agreement
9.1. This agreement will be in a force for twenty five years from the Commissioning Date
of the Solar Power Plant.
9.2. The Distribution Licensee has the right to terminate this agreement on 30 days prior
written notice if Solar Power Generator breaches a term of this agreement and does
not remedy the breach within 30 days of receiving written notice from Distribution
Licensee of the breach.
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9.3. The Solar Power Generator agrees that upon termination of this agreement, he must
disconnect the Solar Power Plant from Distribution Licensee’s distribution system in a
timely manner and to Distribution Licensee’s satisfaction.
10.0 Disputes, Change in Law and Supersession
10.1. Disputes in billing or payments will be referred to the Consumer Grievances
Redressal Forum and to the Ombudsman appointed under sub-section 6 of section
42 of the Act for settlement.
10.2. In case of any change in law during the tenure of this agreement, the aggrieved
Party shall be required to approach the Commission for seeking approval of impact
due to change in law. The decision of the Commission to acknowledge change in law
and the date from which it will become effective and to provide relief for the same,
shall be final and governing on both the Parties.
10.3. This agreement supersedes and replaces any and all previous solar gross metering
agreements between the parties.
11.0 Investment in the Grid Augmentation
11.1. The cost of any augmentation required after the interconnection point in the
system of the Distribution Licensee shall be borne by the concerned
Distribution Licensee. However , the SPG shall make adequate
arrangements to connect the Solar Power Project switchyard with the
Interconnection Facilities at the Delivery Point;
11.2. Evacuation of Power
A provision for Evacuation of Power or utilization elsewhere, in case the Grid
is under maintenance or is not available for Technical reasons or a Force
Majeure Condition to avoid financial liability of the Distribution Licensee.
11.3. Transmission Agreement for Solar Plants more than 1 MW Capacity
(Clause at this sl. to be kept blank if not applicable)
The SPG shall sign a Transmission Agreement with STU (if required) for
Solar Projects of 1 (One) MWp and above confirming the evacuation and
connectivity of the STU system up to the delivery point of SPG by the
Scheduled Commissioning date;
11.4. Procedure for Interconnectivity with the Grid
11.4.1. The SPG setting up Solar Power project shall apply to the Distribution
Licensee for connectivity with the distribution network system in the
format/(s) as may be specified by the Commission.
11.4.2. The timelines for grant of connectivity shall be as under:
(a) Distribution Licensee shall within …… days of receipt of application from
the SPG, intimate (to Project Developer and the Commission) whether
the Project can be connected to the grid without further system
strengthening and take steps to allow connectivity within …… days of
such intimation.
(b) If system strengthening or grid augmentation is required, the Distribution
Licensee shall intimate the same to the SPG and the Commission within
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30 days of receipt of application of the SPG. In such a case,
interconnection of the SPG to the grid shall be established within ………
of such intimation.
(c) The Distribution Licensee shall not be liable to pay any compensation to
the SPG for deemed generation benefits in case the Distribution
Licensee is unable to absorb the power due to the reasons which are
beyond control of the Distribution Licensees/ Company.
11.5. The fixed charges associated with such investments towards Grid
Interconnection like depreciation, interest charges, return on equity etc. as
may be approved by the Commission, shall be a pass through in the Annual
Revenue Requirement of such Distribution Licensee.
12.0 Plant Communication Facilities
(Clause at this sl. to be kept blank if not applicable)
All grid connected Solar Power projects shall have meters with features to record
energy for 45 days data storage for injection into the grid through solar meter as
provided under these Regulations. All projects with capacity 100 kWp and above
shall have communication Port for exchanging real time information with the
Distribution Licensee. For plant size of One (1) MWp and above the Communication
will be with State Load Despatch Centre (SLDC) also in addition to the Distribution
Licensee.
13.0 Third Party Sale
(Clause at this sl. to be kept blank if not applicable)
The Commission under its “Solar Power – Grid Connected, Ground Mounted and
Roof top and the Metering Regulation JERC-19/2015” allows third party sale of the
energy generated through the Solar Plant provided the buyer and the seller are in
the same territory. However, the buyer of the power will be levied the cross subsidy
for the units of power bought, if the same are applicable for the buyer for grid power
supply. The rate of Cross subsidy rate will be same as applicable to the buyer of
the Power even without buying Solar Power.
14.0 SPG’s Scope:
a. Designing, constructing, erecting, commissioning, completing and testing the
Power Project in accordance with the Prudent Utility Practices and the
applicable Law, including the Grid Code, the terms and conditions of this
Agreement.
b. The SPG shall be required to obtain all information with regard to the
Interconnection Facilities as is reasonably necessary to enable it to design,
install and operate all interconnection plant and apparatus on the SPG’s side
of the Delivery Point to enable delivery of electricity at the Delivery Point.
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15.0 Compliance of Grid Code
The Solar Power Project shall be required to maintain compliance to the
applicable Grid Code requirements and directions, if any, as specified by
concerned SLDC/RLDC from time to time.
16.0 Metering of Plant
The SPG shall bear all costs pertaining to installation, testing, calibration,
maintenance, renewal and repair of meters at SPG’s side of Delivery Point.
The following lines are applicable for Plants of 1MWP and above. And may
be removed, if not applicable.
For grid connected solar plants of 1 MWp and above, SPG will install
necessary equipment for regular monitoring of solar irradiance (including
DNI), ambient air temperature, wind speed and other weather parameters
and simultaneously for monitoring of the electric power generated from the
plant.
17.0 Online arrangements
(Clause at this sl. to be kept blank if not applicable)
On line arrangements would have to be made by the solar power developer
for projects above 1 (One) MWp for submission of above data regularly for
the entire period of this Power Purchase Agreement to the MNRE/ IREDA for
up-dating of its records.
18.0 Quarterly Reports
(Clause at this sl. to be kept blank for plants below 1 MWp )
Reports on above parameters on quarterly basis shall be submitted by the
solar power developer to JERC through the Distribution Licensee for entire
period of PPA.
19.0 Insurance
The SPG shall effect and maintain or cause to be affected and maintained, at
its own cost and expense, throughout the Term of PPA, Insurances against
such risks, with such deductibles and with such endorsements and co-
insured(s), which the Prudent Utility Practices would ordinarily merit
maintenance of and as required under the Financing Agreements.
20.0 Power to Remove Difficulties
In case of any difficulty in giving effect to any of the provisions of this Tariff
Order, the Commission may by general or special order, issue appropriate
directions to the SPGs, Distribution Licensee(s) etc., to take suitable action,
not being inconsistent with the provisions of the Act, which appear to the
Commission to be necessary or expedient for the purpose of removing the
difficulty.
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The SPG or/and the Distribution Licensee may make an application to the
Commission and seek suitable orders to remove any difficulties that may
arise in implementation of the Tariff Order.
21.0 Impact of change in law
In case of any change in Law during the tenure of the PPA, the aggrieved
Party shall be required to approach the Hon’ble JERC for seeking approval of
impact due to Change in Law.
The decision of the Hon’ble JERC to acknowledge Changes in Law and the
date from which it will become effective, provide relief for the same, shall be
final and governing on both the Parties.
22.0 Force Majeure:
The occurrence and continuation of any of the following events, unless any
such event occurs as a result of a Force Majeure Event or a breach by
Distribution Licensee of its obligations under this Agreement, shall constitute
a SPG Event of Default:
22.1. the failure to commence supply of power to Distribution Licensee up to
the Contracted Capacity, by the end of the period specified in Article …..,
or if:
a) the SPG assigns, mortgages or charges or purports to assign, any of its
assets or rights related to the Power Project in contravention of the
provisions of this Agreement; or
b) the SPG transfers or novates any of its rights and/ or obligations under this
agreement, in a manner contrary to the provisions of this Agreement;
except where such transfer is in pursuance of a Law; and does not affect
the ability of the transferee to perform, and such transferee has the
financial capability to perform, its obligations under this Agreement or is
to a transferee who assumes such obligations under this Agreement and
the Agreement remains effective with respect to the transferee;
22.2. if
(a) the SPG becomes voluntarily or involuntarily the subject of any
bankruptcy or insolvency or winding up proceedings and such
proceedings remain uncontested for a period of 30 (Thirty) days, or
(b) any winding up or bankruptcy or insolvency order is passed against the
SPG, or
(c) the SPG goes into liquidation or dissolution or has a receiver or any
similar officer appointed over all or substantially all of its assets or
official liquidator is appointed to manage its affairs, pursuant to Law,
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22.3. Provided that a dissolution or liquidation of the SPG will not be a SPG
Event of Default if such dissolution or liquidation is for the purpose of a
merger, consolidation or reorganization and where the resulting company
retains creditworthiness similar to the SPG and expressly assumes all
obligations of the SPG under this Agreement and is in a position to perform
them;
22.4. the SPG repudiates this Agreement and does not rectify such breach within
a period of 30 (Thirty) days from a notice from the Distribution Licensee in
this regard; or except where due to any the Distribution Licensee’s failure
to comply with its material obligations, the SPG is in breach of any of its
material obligations pursuant to this Agreement, and such material breach
is not rectified by the SPG within 30 (Thirty) days of receipt of first notice in
this regard given by the Distribution Licensee).
22.5. Occurrence of any other event which is specified in this Agreement to be a
material breach/ default of the SPG.
23.0 Interpretation
If any question arises relating to the interpretation of any provision of the
PPA, Solar Regulations and the Solar Tariff, the decision of the Ombudsman
shall be final.
23.1. Where any Dispute
(a) arises from a claim made by any Party for any change in or
determination of the Tariff or any matter related to Tariff or claims
made by any Party which partly or wholly relate to any change in the
Tariff or determination of any of such claims could result in change in
the Tariff, or
(b) relates to any matter agreed to be referred to the Hon’ble JERC.
Other Clauses if any required by the two parties and are mutually agreed
may be suitably included in the PPA.
In witness whereof Solar Power Generator and Distribution Licensee sign this
agreement in two originals ( one original with each party).
Solar Power Generator
[•name of the Solar Power Generator
/ Solar Power Generator
organisation•]
Distribution Licensee
[•name of the Distribution Licensee•]
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For Solar Gross Metering Agreement , the term “Net Metering “in the Power Purchase
Agreement for “Solar Net Metering Agreement” shall be replaced with the term” Gross
Metering” where ever it appears to make it suitable for PPA Solar Gross Metering. The
clauses not applicable for the Solar Gross Metering PPA may be kept blank.
In addition, the clause no 6 of PPA for “Solar Net Metering Agreement” is described
hereunder.
Solar Gross Metering Agreement
Between
[•name of Distribution Licensee•]
and
[•name of Solar Power Generator•]
Service Connection Number: [•number•]
[•date•] ,[•month•], [•year•]
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This agreement made at [•place•] on this [•date•] day of [•month•], [•year•] between [•name of
the Solar Power Generator•], [•address of the Solar Power Generator•], hereinafter called the
“Solar Power Generator”, which expression shall wherever the context so permits, mean and
includes the successors in interests, executors, administrators and assigns as party of the first part
and [•name of Distribution Licensee•] represented by [designation of signatory] and having
office at [•address•], [•city•] [•postal code•], hereinafter called the “Distribution Licensee”, which
expression shall wherever the context so permits, mean and include the successors in interest,
administrators and assigns.
Whereas the Solar Power Generator has agreed to avail the solar net metering facility for the
(rooftop) Solar Power Plant of capacity [•number•] kW, installed at [•location•] with service
connection No. [•number•];
And Whereas Distribution Licensee has agreed to provide grid connectivity and solar net metering to
the above mentioned Solar Power Plant on the terms and conditions as set out below;
It is hereby agreed between the parties as follows.
This agreement made at [•place•] on this [•date•] day of [•month•], [•year•] between [•name of
the Solar Power Generator•], [•address of the Solar Power Generator•], hereinafter called the
“Solar Power Generator”, which expression shall wherever the context so permits, mean and
includes the successors in interests, executors, administrators and assigns as party of the first part
and [•name of Distribution Licensee•] represented by [designation of signatory] and having
office at [•address•], [•city•] [•postal code•], hereinafter called the “Distribution Licensee”, which
expression shall wherever the context so permits, mean and include the successors in interest,
administrators and assigns.
Whereas the Solar Power Generator has agreed to avail the solar net metering facility for the
(rooftop) Solar Power Plant of capacity [•number•] kW, installed at [•location•] with service
connection No. [•number•];
And Whereas Distribution Licensee has agreed to provide grid connectivity and solar net metering to
the above mentioned Solar Power Plant on the terms and conditions as set out below;
It is hereby agreed between the parties as follows.
1.0 Definitions
1.1. “Act” means the Indian Electricity Act 2003.
1.2. “Applicable Rules and Regulations” shall have the meaning as defined in article 2.2.
1.3. “Authority” means the Central Electricity Authority referred to in sub-section (1) of
section 70 of the Act.
1.4. “BHP” means British Horse Power (a unit of power).
1.5. “Billing cycle” means the period for which regular electricity bills as specified by the
Commission, are prepared for different categories of consumers by the Distribution
Licensee.
1.6. “Commissioning Date” means the date on which the Solar Power Plant is commissioned
and connected to the Grid.
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1.7. ”Commission” or “JERC” means the Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission for the State
of Goa and Union Territories of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Dadra and
Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu, Puducherry and Lakshadweep referred to in sub-section
(1) of section 82 of the Act and constituted under the Act.
1.8. “Consumer” means any person who is connected to the electricity distribution system of
the distribution licensee or the Government or any other person engaged in the business
of supplying electricity to the public, as per the Act or any other law in force as of now
and includes any person whose premises are used for receiving Power, for the time
being.
1.9. “Consumer Grievances Redressal Forum” means the forum for redressal of grievance of
Consumers, established under sub-section 5 of section 42 of the Act.
1.10. "Distribution Licensee” means a person granted a license under section 14 (b) of the Act.
A licensed Supplier of Electricity is also covered under this definition.
1.11. “Electricity Supply Code" means the Electricity Supply Code specified under section 50 of
the Act and subsequent amendments thereof, and the Electricity Supply code of the
Commission.
1.12. “Eligibility Criteria’ means a Solar PV and of capacity equal to or more than 500 kWp,
and Rooftop Solar Power of capacity equal to or more than 1 kWp but not more than
500 kWp at one location owned by one individual or entity or a house/ factory / Ware
house / Government building / Panchayat Bhavan / Community centre/ School/
dispensary / hospital / parking Shed or place/ a solar plant on elevated structure / Group
housing society / Resident welfare society/ market roof top or any such entity, based on
the technologies approved by Ministry of New & Renewable Energy of Government of
India are eligible for connecting the project with Grid under these regulations. The
Rooftop projects of ratings higher than 500 KWp can be considered by the distribution
licensee if the distribution system remains stable with higher rating Rooftop Solar
Projects getting connected to the grid.
1.13. “Energy Feed-In Meter” means an energy meter that is installed to record the quantities
of Exported Energy.
1.14. “Energy Feed-In Check Meter” means an energy meter, which shall be connected in
series with the Energy Export Meter (and in the case of CT-VT operated meters to the
same core of the current transformer (CT) and voltage transformer (VT) of the Energy
Export Meter) and shall be used for accounting and billing of electricity in case of failure
of the Energy Feed-In Meter.
1.15. “Energy Feed-In Payment Advice” means a written advice from the Distribution Licensee
to the Solar Energy Producer with includes the opening and closing readings of the
Energy Feed-In Meter for the Energy Feed-In Payment Cycle and the Net Exported
Energy quantity for which payment will be made by Distribution Licensee to Solar Power
Generator.
1.16. "Energy Feed-In Payment Cycle” means the period for which Solar Power Generator will
be paid by Distribution Licensee for the Net Exported Energy.
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1.17. “Exported Energy” means the active energy exported to the Grid by a Solar Energy
Producer.
1.18. “Feed in Tariff” means tariff for ex-bus supply of electricity from Solar PV generating
station for the purpose of accounting.
1.19. “Grid” means the low voltage electrical network, the distribution and transmission
network or the high voltage backbone system of inter-connected transmission lines, sub-
stations and generating plants for sales of energy or wheeling of energy as defined in
the “Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission for the State of Goa and Union Territories
(Grid Connected Solar Power Regulations) – 19/2015”.
1.20. "Gross Metering" means an arrangement whereby a Solar Power Plant is connected to
the Grid through an Energy Feed-In Meter and whereby the Solar Power Generator gets
paid for the solar energy fed into to the Grid for the total solar power fed to the grid
without accounting for self-consumption / use if any.
1.21. “Group Net-Metering” …..Blank…...
1.22. “Installed Capacity” means the summation of the name plate capacities expressed in
kWp of all the units of the generating station or the capacity of the project reckoned at
the output terminals of the solar project approved by the Commission.
1.23. “Imported Energy” …..Blank…...
1.24. “Interconnection Point” means the interface point of a Solar Power Plant with the
distribution network of the Distribution Licensees at appropriate voltage level as defined
in the Applicable Rules and Regulations.
1.25. “kW” means kilowatt (a unit of active electrical power).
1.26. “kWh” means kilowatt-hour (a unit of active electrical energy).
1.27. “kWp” means kilowatt-peak (a unit used for the peak capacity of a Solar Power Plant).
1.28. “Month” means English calendar month starting with the 1st day / date of the month and
ending with last day/ date of the month. A Part Month will be the applicable number of
days in proportion to the total number of days in the specific month.
1.29. “Net Exported Energy” means the Exported Energy by the Solar Power Generator as
recorded by the Energy Feed-In Meter.
1.30. “Ombudsman” means the person appointed in accordance with sub-section 6 of section
42 read with section 181 of the Act.
1.31. “Obligated Entity” means the licensed Supplier of Power, Distribution Licensee(s), captive
user(s) and Open Access Consumer(s), identified under Procurement of Renewable
Power Energy Regulations of the Commission and mandated under clause (e) of
subsection (1) of section 86 of the Act to fulfil the renewable purchase obligations as
determined by the Commission from time to time.
1.32. “Open Access Consumer” means a consumer permitted by the Distribution Licensee /
Commission to receive supply of electricity from a person, other than the Distribution
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Licensee of his area of supply, and the expression(s) includes a generator and a
licensee, who has availed of open access.
1.33. “PPA” means Power purchase agreement- for a fixed term between the Prosumer, Solar
Project Generator or the Solar Power Developer as seller of Solar Power & the
Distribution Licensee as buyer of the solar power.
1.34. “Premises” means Rooftop of a house / factory/ Ware house / Government building/
Panchayat Bhavan / Community centre/ School/ dispensary / hospital / parking place /
Group housing society/ Market Society / market roof top/ / Canals / Water Reservoir/
any such place/ or vacant space and elevated area on the land, building or the
Infrastructure or part or combination thereof, or the area taken on rent or on lease, and
in respect of which a separate meter or metering arrangements have been made by the
licensee for supply of electricity. The premises exclude the historic structure (unless
permission taken from appropriate authority).
1.35. “Renewable Energy Certificate” or “REC” means the certificate issued in accordance with
the procedures approved by the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission.
1.36. “Renewable Purchase Obligation” or “RPO” means renewable power purchase obligation.
1.37. “Service Connection Meter” means an energy meter which is installed by the Distribution
Licensee to measure the import and, optionally, the export of electrical energy by a
Consumer from the Grid.
1.38. “Solar Power Plant” means a solar photo voltaic energy generating system.
1.39. “Solar Power Generator” or “SPG” means a person who produces solar energy with a
Solar Power Plant, which maybe self-owned or third party-owned.
1.40. “Supplier of Electricity” means a person authorised by the Commission to supply
electricity to Consumers.
1.41. “Solar Energy Tariff” means the price to be paid by Distribution Licensee to Solar Power
Generator for the Net Exported Energy under Gross Metering, as specified in clause 6.1
of this agreement.
1.42. “State Agency” means the agency in the concerned state or Union Territory as may be
designated by the Commission to act as the agency for accreditation and recommending
the renewable energy projects for registration and to undertake such functions as may
be specified under clause (e) of sub-section (1) of Section 86 of the Act.
1.43. "Third Party Owned” means ownership in which a developer owns a Solar Power Plant
that is installed on the roof or elevated structure or land for which a commercial lease or
revenue share agreement with the owner has been entered into by the developer / Solar
Power Generator.
1.44. “Year” or “Financial Year” means a period commencing on 1st April of an English
Calendar year and ending on 31st March of the subsequent calendar year.
1.45. All other words and expressions used in this agreement, if not specifically defined herein
above, but defined in the Act, shall have the meaning assigned to them in the Act. The
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other words and expressions used herein but not specifically defined in this agreement,
regulations or in the Act but defined under any other law passed by the Parliament
applicable to the electricity industry in the State or Union Territory shall have the
meaning assigned to them in such law.
In consideration of the premises and mutual covenants and conditions set forth herein, it is
hereby agreed by and between the parties hereto as follows:
SPG to obtain all information with regard to the Interconnection Facilities as reasonably
necessary to enable it to design, install and operate all interconnection plant and
apparatus on the SPG's side to enable delivery of electricity at the Delivery Point and
before the SPG Designs, constructs, erects, commissions, completing and test the Solar
Power Project in accordance with the Prudent Utility Practices and the applicable Law,
including the Grid Code, the terms and conditions of this Agreement :-
2.0 Rules and Regulations
2.1. Eligibility for Gross Metering shall be as specified in the “Joint Electricity Regulatory
Commission for the state of Goa and Union Territories (Solar Power - Grid Connected
Ground Mounted and Solar Rooftop and Metering Regulations – 19/2015)”
2.2. This agreement is subject to the following rules and regulations, hereinafter collectively
referred to as the “Applicable Rules and Regulations” and any amendments thereof at
the time of signing PPA.
c) Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission for the State of Goa and Union Territories
(Grid Connected Solar Power Regulations) – 19/ 2015;
d) Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission for the State of Goa and Union Territories
(Supply Code and Performance Standards) Regulations 2010;
e) Central Electricity Authority (Technical Standards for Connectivity of Distributed
Generation Resources) Regulations, 2013
f) Central Electricity Authority (Installation and Operation of Meters) Regulations,
2006;
g) Central Electricity Authority (Measures of Safety and Electricity Supply) Regulations,
2010;
h) Power Quality & Protection and Controls: Power Quality & Protection and Controls
shall conform to the standards specified in the CEA (Technical Standards for
connectivity to the grid) Regulations, 2007 and CEA (Technical Standards for
Connectivity of Distributed Generation Resources) Regulations, 2013, applicable to
the distribution system as amended from time to time.
i) Indian Electricity Rules, 1956.
j) Any other provision that becomes applicable at the time of signing such an PPA as
per the Regulation of the competent authority.
3.0 Technical and Interconnection Requirements
3.1. All the equipment connected to the Distribution Licensee’s distribution system must be
compliant with relevant international (IEEE/IEC) or Indian standards (BIS) and the
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installation of electrical equipment must comply with the Applicable Rules and
Regulations.
3.2. The Solar Power Generator agrees to furnish technical data of the Solar Power Plant that
may be required by the Distribution Licensee.
3.3. The grid-connected Solar Power Plant of Solar Power Generator shall be treated as a
‘Must Run’ power plant and shall not be subjected to ‘merit order dispatch bases by the
Distribution Licensee.
3.4. The Solar Power Generator agrees that the Distribution Licensee shall not be responsible
for any damages to his Solar Power Plant resulting from parallel operation with the Grid
and that the Distribution Licensee shall not be liable to pay any such damages.
4.0 Safety and Operation Requirements
4.1. The Solar Power Generator agrees that the design, installation, maintenance and
operation of the photovoltaic system are performed in a manner conducive to the safety
of the Solar Power Plant as well as the Distribution Licensee’s distribution system.
4.2. The Solar Power Generator shall ensure that in case of Grid outage the Solar Power Plant
will not energise Distribution Licensee’s distribution system. The Solar Power Generator
is solely responsible for any accident to human beings / animals whatsoever (fatal / non-
fatal / departmental / non-departmental) that may occur if the Solar Power Plant
energises the Grid during Grid outage.
4.3. The Distribution Licensee reserves the right to disconnect Solar Power Generator’s
installation at any time in the event of the Solar Power Plant damaging its Grid, meter or
other equipment to prevent any accident or damage.
4.4. Solar Power Generator shall install a main switch or isolator near the Energy Feed-In
Meter, which is accessible to the Distribution Licensee and with which the Solar Power
Generator’s Solar Power Plant can be disconnected from the Distribution Licensee’s
distribution system.
4.5. Due to Distribution Licensee’s obligation to maintain a safe and reliable distribution
system, Solar Power Generator agrees that if it is determined by Distribution Licensee
that Solar Power Generator’s Solar Power Plant either causes damage to and/or produces
adverse effects affecting Consumers or Distribution Licensee’s assets, Solar Power
Generator will have to disconnect the Solar Power Plant immediately from the
distribution system upon direction from the Distribution Licensee and correct the
problem at his own expense prior to a reconnection.
5.0 Energy Feed-In Metering
5.1. To measure the solar energy fed-in of to the Grid by the Solar Power Generator an
Energy Feed-In Meter with the standards and specifications as provided in the Applicable
Rules and Regulations shall be installed by the Solar Power Generator.
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5.2. For existing service connections, the Energy Feed-In Meter shall be installed as close as
possible to the existing Service Connection Meter or another location as mutually agreed
between the Solar Power Generator and Distribution Licensee.
5.3. If the Solar Power Plant is installed at a location where there is no existing electrical
service connection of Distribution Licensee, the Interconnection Point and the location of
the Energy Feed-In Meter shall be mutually agreed between the Solar Power Generator
and Distribution Licensee.
5.4. The Distribution Licensee shall arrange to test and seal the Energy Feed-In Meter for
which the Solar Power Generator shall bear the testing charges.
5.5. Solar Power Generator may optionally install an Energy Feed-In Check Meter at his own
cost.
5.6. The metering arrangement, including meter testing, checking and calibration shall be in
accordance with the Applicable Rules and Regulations.
6.0 Energy Accounting and Settlement
6.1. At the end of each Billing Cycle of the Consumer, the Distribution Licensee will take
readings of energy exported under Gross Metering arrangement. The SPG will be
presented an Invoice for the Solar Energy exported under Gross Metering arrangement
and payments made. The mode of payment shall be a cheque or bank transfer (…………
bank details) as agreed between the parties.( delete not applicable)
6.2. ……Blank………..
6.3. ……Blank………..
6.4. ……Blank………..
6.5. ……Blank………..
6.6. ……Blank………..
6.7. The Solar Energy Tariff agreed upon between Distribution Licensee and Solar Power
Generator under this agreement is as detailed below:
k) Reference to Solar Power Tariff order of the Commission: [•solar energy tariff order
number and date•]
l) Price per kilowatt-hour: Rs. [•number•].
m) Validity: For the term of this agreement as provided for in clause 9.1 of this
agreement.
n) Tariff of Solar Power Plant with Accelerated Depreciation / Without Accelerated
Depreciation (Strike out the not applicable) shall be applicable.
o) Part Financial Year Depreciation: Provided that in case of the commercial operation
of the asset for a part of the year, depreciation if to be claimed by SPG, shall be
charged on pro-rata basis by the SPG.
6.8. The Distribution Licensee will make payment to the Solar Power Generator for each
Energy Feed-In Payment Cycle within 15 (fifteen) days from the date of the Energy
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Feed-In Payment Advice or the payment demand letter of Solar Power Generator by
direct transfer to the bank account of the Solar Power Generator.
6.9. The Solar Power Generator shall be exempted from charges in respect of electricity
banking, wheeling, and line losses and cross subsidy to the extent of the solar energy
produced.
6.10. If the Energy Feed-In Meter becomes defective Net Exported Energy for the days during
which the meter is defective shall be computed as follows:
p) If the Solar Power Generator has installed an Energy Feed-In Check Meter, the
readings of that meter will be used.
q) In the absence of an Energy Feed-In Check Meter or if that meter is also defective,
the computation will be as follows:
− If the solar gross-metering facility has been in service for more than 12 months
the Net Exported Energy readings of the corresponding period of the previous
year will be taken.
− If the solar gross metering facility has been in service for less than 12 months
the Net Exported Energy for each day shall be computed as follows: x 4.00, in
which “SPPC” is the Solar Power Plant capacity in kWp for which solar gross
metering facility has been provided by Distribution Licensee.
6.11. Payment for Net Exported Energy on the basis of the computation method provided for
in clause 6.11 b) shall be done for a maximum of 60 (sixty days). If Solar Power
Generator has not repaired or replaced the Energy Feed-In Meter or Energy Feed-In
Check Meter within this period of 60 (sixty) days, Distribution Licensee is entitled to stop
payments for the Net Exported Energy until the Energy Feed-In Meter or Energy Feed-In
Check Meter has been repaired or replaced.
6.12. Rebate : Rebate…… % to be indicated if paid earlier than the time lines fixed above for
the Payment release.
6.13. The applicable Tariff will be after considering Capital Subsidy/Incentive by the
Central/State Government, as available to be specified if availed
Accelerated depreciation benefit availing or not to be indicated by the SPG on an
affidavit at the beginning of each financial year.
In case any benefit not considered while working out the Tariff under these
Regulations ,but is made available to SPG later or any material fact is not
indicated by the SPG at this stage and found later the commission has right to re-
determine the Tariff.
7.0 Taxes and Duties
7.1. Tariff fixed under this PPA shall be exclusive of taxes and duties on sale of power as
may be levied by the appropriate Government. Provided that the taxes and duties levied
by the appropriate Government / administration shall be allowed as pass through on
actual incurred basis.
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8.0 Renewable Energy Certificates
8.1. The Solar Power Generator will not be eligible for any claim RECs for the solar energy
generated from the Solar Power Plant. If the Solar Power Generator is an Obligated
Entity, the solar energy generated from the Solar Power Plant shall be accounted
towards the RPOs of the Solar Power Generator. The Solar energy generated shall be
considered as RPOs of the Distribution Licensee only if such Solar Power is not generated
by the Obligated Entity other than the distribution licensee. Conventional Energy
replaced by Solar Energy generated for self-use by any consumer will also be considered
towards RPO compliance.
9.0 Term and Termination of the Agreement
9.1. This agreement will be in a force for twenty five years from the Commissioning Date of
the Solar Power Plant.
9.2. The Distribution Licensee has the right to terminate this agreement on 30 days prior
written notice if Solar Power Generator breaches a term of this agreement and does not
remedy the breach within 30 days of receiving written notice from Distribution Licensee
of the breach.
9.3. The Solar Power Generator agrees that upon termination of this agreement, he must
disconnect the Solar Power Plant from Distribution Licensee’s distribution system in a
timely manner and to Distribution Licensee’s satisfaction.
10.0 Disputes, Change in Law and Supersession
10.1. Disputes in billing or payments will be referred to the Consumer Grievances Redressal
Forum and to the Ombudsman appointed under sub-section 6 of section 42 of the Act
for settlement.
10.2. In case of any change in law during the tenure of this agreement, the aggrieved Party
shall be required to approach the Commission for seeking approval of impact due to
change in law. The decision of the Commission to acknowledge change in law and the
date from which it will become effective and to provide relief for the same, shall be final
and governing on both the Parties.
10.3. This agreement supersedes and replaces any and all previous solar gross metering
agreements between the parties.
11.0 Investment in the Grid Augmentation
11.1. The cost of any augmentation required after the interconnection point in the
system of the Distribution Licensee shall be borne by the concerned Distribution
Licensee. However , the SPG shall make adequate arrangements to connect the
Solar Power Project switchyard with the Interconnection Facilities at the Delivery
Point;
11.2. Evacuation of Power
A provision for Evacuation of Power or utilization elsewhere, in case the Grid is
under maintenance or is not available for Technical reasons or a Force Majeure
Condition to avoid financial liability of the Distribution Licensee.
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11.3. Transmission Agreement for Solar Plants more than 1 MW Capacity
( this clause to be kept blank if Solar Plant size is less than 1 MWp)
The SPG shall sign a Transmission Agreement with STU (if required) for Solar
Projects of 1 (One) MWp and above confirming the evacuation and connectivity
of the STU system up to the delivery point of SPG by the Scheduled
Commissioning date;
11.4. Procedure for Interconnectivity with the Grid
11.4.1. The SPG setting up Solar Power project shall apply to the Distribution
Licensee for connectivity with the distribution network system in the
format/(s) as may be specified by the Commission.
11.4.2. The timelines for grant of connectivity shall be as under:
(a) Distribution Licensee shall within …… days of receipt of application from the
SPG, intimate (to Project Developer and the Commission) whether the
Project can be connected to the grid without further system strengthening
and take steps to allow connectivity within …… days of such intimation.
(b) If system strengthening or grid augmentation is required, the Distribution
Licensee shall intimate the same to the SPG and the Commission within 30
days of receipt of application of the SPG. In such a case, interconnection of
the SPG to the grid shall be established within ……… of such intimation.
(c) The Distribution Licensee shall not be liable to pay any compensation to the
SPG for deemed generation benefits in case the Distribution Licensee is
unable to absorb the power due to the reasons which are beyond control of
the Distribution Licensees/ Company.
11.5. The fixed charges associated with such investments towards Grid
Interconnection like depreciation, interest charges, return on equity etc. as may
be approved by the Commission, shall be a pass through in the Annual Revenue
Requirement of such Distribution Licensee.
12.0 Plant Communication Facilities
All grid connected Solar Power projects shall have meters with features to record
energy for 45 days data storage for injection into the grid through solar meter as
provided under these Regulations. All projects with capacity 100 kWp and above
shall have communication Port for exchanging real time information with the
Distribution Licensee. For plant size of One (1) MWp and above the
Communication will be with State Load Despatch Centre (SLDC) also in addition
to the Distribution Licensee.
13.0 Third Party Sale
The Commission under its Solar Power – Grid Connected, Ground Mounted and
Roof top and the Metering Regulation JERC-19/2015 allows third party sale of
the energy generated through the Solar Plant provided the buyer and the seller
are in the same territory. However, the buyer of the power will be levied the cross
subsidy for the units of power bought, if the same are applicable for the buyer for
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grid power supply. The rate of Cross subsidy rate will be same as applicable to
the buyer of the Power even without buying Solar Power.
14.0 SPG’s Scope:
c. Designing, constructing, erecting, commissioning, completing and testing the
Power Project in accordance with the Prudent Utility Practices and the applicable
Law, including the Grid Code, the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
d. The SPG shall be required to obtain all information with regard to the
Interconnection Facilities as is reasonably necessary to enable it to design, install
and operate all interconnection plant and apparatus on the SPG’s side of the
Delivery Point to enable delivery of electricity at the Delivery Point.
15.0 Compliance of Grid Code
The Solar Power Project shall be required to maintain compliance to the
applicable Grid Code requirements and directions, if any, as specified by
concerned SLDC/RLDC from time to time.
16.0 Metering of Plant
The SPG shall bear all costs pertaining to installation, testing, calibration,
maintenance, renewal and repair of meters at SPG’s side of Delivery Point. For
grid connected solar plants>
The following shall be applicable for Plant size of more than 1 MWp.
SPG will install necessary equipment for regular monitoring of solar irradiance
(including DNI), ambient air temperature, wind speed and other weather
parameters and simultaneously for monitoring of the electric power generated
from the plant.
17.0 Online arrangements
The following shall be applicable for Solar Plant of size more than 1 MWp.
On line arrangements would have to be made by the solar power developer for
projects above 1 (One) MWp for submission of above data regularly for the entire
period of this Power Purchase Agreement to the MNRE/ IREDA for up-dating of
its records.
18.0 Quarterly Reports
The following shall be applicable for Solar Plant of size more than 1 MWp.
Reports on above parameters on quarterly basis shall be submitted by the solar
power developer to JERC through the Distribution Licensee for entire period of
PPA.
19.0 Insurance
The SPG shall effect and maintain or cause to be affected and maintained, at its
own cost and expense, throughout the Term of PPA, Insurances against such
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risks, with such deductibles and with such endorsements and co-insured(s),
which the Prudent Utility Practices would ordinarily merit maintenance of and as
required under the Financing Agreements.
20.0 Power to Remove Difficulties
In case of any difficulty in giving effect to any of the provisions of this Tariff Order,
the Commission may by general or special order, issue appropriate directions to
the SPGs, Distribution Licensee(s) etc., to take suitable action, not being
inconsistent with the provisions of the Act, which appear to the Commission to be
necessary or expedient for the purpose of removing the difficulty.
The SPG or/and the Distribution Licensee may make an application to the
Commission and seek suitable orders to remove any difficulties that may arise in
implementation of the Tariff Order.
21.0 Impact of change in law
In case of any change in Law during the tenure of the PPA, the aggrieved Party
shall be required to approach the Hon’ble JERC for seeking approval of impact
due to Change in Law.
The decision of the Hon’ble JERC to acknowledge Change in Law and the date
from which it will become effective, provide relief for the same, shall be final and
governing on both the Parties.
22.0 Force Majeure:
The occurrence and continuation of any of the following events, unless any such
event occurs as a result of a Force Majeure Event or a breach by Distribution
Licensee of its obligations under this Agreement, shall constitute a SPG Event of
Default:
22.1. the failure to commence supply of power to Distribution Licensee up to the
Contracted Capacity, by the end of the period specified in Article ….., or if:
a) the SPG assigns, mortgages or charges or purports to assign, any of its
assets or rights related to the Power Project in contravention of the provisions
of this Agreement; or
b) the SPG transfers or novates any of its rights and/ or obligations under this
agreement, in a manner contrary to the provisions of this Agreement; except
where such transfer is in pursuance of a Law; and does not affect the ability
of the transferee to perform, and such transferee has the financial capability
to perform, its obligations under this Agreement or is to a transferee who
assumes such obligations under this Agreement and the Agreement remains
effective with respect to the transferee;
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22.2. if (a) the SPG becomes voluntarily or involuntarily the subject of any
bankruptcy or insolvency or winding up proceedings and such proceedings
remain uncontested for a period of 30 (Thirty) days, or (b) any winding up or
bankruptcy or insolvency order is passed against the SPG, or (c) the SPG goes
into liquidation or dissolution or has a receiver or any similar officer appointed
over all or substantially all of its assets or official liquidator is appointed to
manage its affairs, pursuant to Law,
22.3. Provided that a dissolution or liquidation of the SPG will not be a SPG Event of
Default if such dissolution or liquidation is for the purpose of a merger,
consolidation or reorganization and where the resulting company retains
creditworthiness similar to the SPG and expressly assumes all obligations of
the SPG under this Agreement and is in a position to perform them;
22.4. the SPG repudiates this Agreement and does not rectify such breach within a
period of 30 (Thirty) days from a notice from the Distribution Licensee in this
regard; or except where due to any the Distribution Licensee’s failure to comply
with its material obligations, the SPG is in breach of any of its material
obligations pursuant to this Agreement, and such material breach is not
rectified by the SPG within 30 (Thirty) days of receipt of first notice in this
regard given by the Distribution Licensee).
22.5. Occurrence of any other event which is specified in this Agreement to be a
material breach/ default of the SPG.
23.0 Interpretation
If any question arises relating to the interpretation of any provision of the PPA,
Solar Regulations and the Solar Tariff, the decision of the Ombudsman shall be
final.
23.1. Where any Dispute (a) arises from a claim made by any Party for any change
in or determination of the Tariff or any matter related to Tariff or claims made by
any Party which partly or wholly relate to any change in the Tariff or
determination of any of such claims could result in change in the Tariff, or (b)
relates to any matter agreed to be referred to the Hon’ble JERC.
Other Clauses if any required by the two parties and are mutually agreed
may be suitably included in the PPA.
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In witness whereof Solar Power Generator and Distribution Licensee sign this agreement
in two originals.
Solar Power Generator
[•name of the Solar Power Generator
/ Solar Power Generator
organisation•]
Distribution Licensee
[•name of the Distribution Licensee•]
[•designation•] [•designation•]
Place: [•place•]
Date: [•date•]
Place: [•place•]
Date: [•date•]