DISCOs request tariff reduction of 30 paisa per unit
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Electricity consumers are likely to get a tariff relief as power distribution companies (DISCOs) have asked for a reduction of 30 paisa per unit on account of fuel charges adjustment (FCA) for February 2025.
To review a petition in this regard, the National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (Nepra) has scheduled public hearing for March 26. The hearing will be held at Nepra Tower that can be accessed online.
The downward tariff revision, sought by the Central Power Purchasing Agency Guarantee Limited (CPPA-G) on behalf of DISCOs, indicated a reduction of Rs0.2984 per unit compared to the reference fuel cost of Rs8.5276 per unit, as notified in the tariff.
According to data submitted by CPPA-G, a total of 6,945 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of electricity was generated during February, with major contribution coming from hydel sources at 27.12%, followed by nuclear power (26.59%), re-gasified liquefied natural gas-based electricity (14.11%) and local coal-fired power generation (15.02%).
Imported coal had a share of just 1.56% in electricity production while renewable sources, including wind and solar, contributed 2.50% and 1.22%, respectively. The net electricity delivered to DISCOs after adjustments and transmission losses came in at 6,666 GWh at an average fuel cost of Rs8.2292 per unit.
Nepra has invited all interested and affected parties to submit their objections and concerns, either in writing or orally, during the hearing. Relevant documents including the Nepra Act, regulations and the CPPA-G request are available on the Nepra website for public review.
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