CERC releases amendments to cross-border electricity trade regulations

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has released the draft CERC (Cross Border Trade of Electricity) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2024, under the Electricity Act, 2003.

The draft introduces updates to the 2019 regulations, replacing “long-term access” with general network access (GNA) and adding temporary GNA for short-term access. Key terms like “cross border transmission link” and “dedicated transmission system” have been clarified to enhance operational efficiency. Provisions for cybersecurity compliance and updated communication standards aim to improve grid reliability.

The regulations also propose application and access bank guarantees to ensure accountability in connectivity and approvals. They introduce pro-rata curtailment for prioritising access and managing grid congestion effectively.