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Regulatory Updates

DERC proposes four year phase out of open access additional surcharge
By January 23, 2026January 23, 2026

The Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) has proposed amendments to its open access regulations to introduce a mandatory four year phase out of the additional surcharge for consumers. In a draft notification titled the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (Terms and Conditions for Open Access) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2025, the regulator has proposed changes to align its framework with the Electricity (Amendment) Rules, 2024 issued by the central government. The key proposal involves an amendment to…

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RERC finalises green energy open access procedure in Rajasthan
By December 16, 2025December 16, 2025

The Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC) has issued an order finalising the Procedure for the Grant of Green Energy Open Access in the state. The order is dated December 12, 2025, and follows a public consultation process and a hearing held on November 14, 2025. The procedure operationalises the RERC Terms and Conditions for Green Energy Open Access Regulations, 2025, which were notified in May 2025. It lays down a detailed framework for consumers and…

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Krishanveer Forge awards 1 MWp captive solar project to Hysolwin
By August 6, 2025August 6, 2025

Krishanveer Forge has issued a work order to Hysolwin Green Power Solutions LLP for setting up a 1.0 MWp (DC) solar power plant using single-axis tracking technology. The plant will operate under a captive open access model and will be located in Mahim, Taluka Sangole, District Solapur, Maharashtra. Founded in June 2020, Hysolwin has commissioned over 15 MW of solar projects to date, including a 7 MW open access project also located in Solapur. The…

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Gentari commissions 150 MWp open access solar plant in Maharashtra
By June 25, 2025June 25, 2025

Gentari has commissioned a 150 MWp open access solar power project at Dahegaon village in Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. The plant is connected to the state transmission utility and ranks among the largest open access solar installations serving commercial and industrial (C&I) consumers in the state. The project is expected to generate approximately 248 million units of electricity each year. With this addition, Gentari’s cumulative C&I solar capacity in Maharashtra now exceeds 225 MWp. Separately, the…

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Enerpac and PrimeGold to set up solar projects in Gujarat and Tamil Nadu
By April 30, 2025April 30, 2025

Enerpac India Private Limited is planning a 35 MW solar power project in Gujarat. The project will supply power to commercial and industrial (C&I) consumers under a group captive open access model. Target sectors include recycling, automotive, packaging, plastics, and global mining. The project is designed to meet the energy needs of high-consumption industries like manufacturing, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. The plant will generate 58 million units of electricity annually and cut around 41,000 tonnes of…

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MNRE clarifies ALMM exemption for solar projects with prior approval
By October 17, 2024October 17, 2024

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has clarified that its Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) order does not apply to open access and net-metering solar projects that secured approvals before October 1, 2022. According to an official memorandum, this exemption covers projects where the initial application for approvals, such as in-principle approval or no objection certificate, was submitted before the specified date. The application must have been filed with relevant authorities…

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