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The Hindu
3 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Coal linkage recommended for development of Ennore Thermal Power Station expansion project
The Standing Linkage Committee (Long-Term) for Power Sector, under the Union Ministry of Coal, has recommended earmarking of coal linkage under the revised policy, for developing the stranded 660-MW Ennore Thermal Power Station (ETPS) expansion project in Chennai. Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Ltd (TNPGCL) had requested to earmark long-term coal linkage as per the revised Shakti Policy 2025 for coal allocation, under the provision which allows conduct of tariff-based competitive bidding to develop and procure 660 MW from the stranded ETPS expansion project, as per the minutes of the discussion of the Standing Linkage Committee. TNPGCL further said they have surrendered the coal linkage allocated earlier to the project under the erstwhile Shakti Policy and the surrender has been accepted by Coal India. It further stated the 660-MW ETPS expansion plant is a non-pithead (thermal power plants are situated at a distance from coal mines), is a brownfield expansion project and is 100% domestic coal-based power plant, as per the minutes of the meeting. The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) noted that the coal linkage for the project has been recommended based on the Resource Adequacy Plan accepted by Tamil Nadu. As per the Resource Adequacy Plan prepared by CEA, Tamil Nadu has planned contracts for 6,486 MW from thermal capacity till fiscal 2029-30. Further, the State is required to tie-up additional 7,000 MW from thermal capacity till fiscal 2034- 35. To meet the required 7,000 MW of additional coal-based capacity, TNPGCL has now decided to develop the stranded ETPS expansion project under public-private partnership (PPP) mode, according to the Union Ministry of Power. The Union Power Ministry also recommended earmarking of coal linkage for the project as per the revised policy. NITI Aayog, Ministry of Railways and NTPC have also recommended earmarking of coal linkage to the project, subject to fulfilment of the conditions of the revised Shakti Policy, as per the minutes of the meeting. Coal India Ltd. shall identify and intimate the coal source to Tamil Nadu indicating the quantity, likely mode of dispatch and representative quality of coal. Successful bidder shall be identified by TNPGCL within 1 year from the date of earmarking of coal linkage, failing which the earmarked coal linkage may lapse, the Standing Linkage Committee said. As per the State Energy Department's policy note for 2025-26, ETPS Expansion Thermal Power Project has faced significant challenges over the years. Two engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) contractors (Lanco Infra Tech Ltd. and BGR Energy Systems Ltd.) were terminated due to slow progress and poor performance, it said. A purchase order was issued to SBI CAPS on September 2, 2024 for engaging transaction advisory services for the preparation of feasibility report for the execution of 1x660 MW ETPS Expansion project from 'as is where is basis condition' through PPP mode. Pre-draft Detailed Feasibility Report (DFR) has been received from SBI CAPS and is currently under review, the policy note added.
The Hindu
23-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Tamil Nadu required to tie-up an additional 7,000 MW thermal capacity till FY 2034-35: Union Power Ministry
Tamil Nadu has planned contracts for 6,486 MW from thermal power capacity till FY 2029-30. Further, the State is required to tie-up an additional 7,000 MW from thermal capacity till FY 2034-35, Union Power Ministry said, citing the Resource Adequacy Plan by Central Electricity Authority (CEA). According to Union Ministry of Power, the planned 6,486 MW includes three thermal power projects by Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Ltd (TNGCPL) under construction. This includes North Chennai Thermal Power Plant (Stage III) Project (1 x 800 MW), Udangudi Thermal Power Project Stage-I (2 x 660 MW) and Ennore SEZ Supercritical Thermal Power Project (2 x 660 MW). However, the under construction thermal power projects of TNPGCL - Ennore Expansion TPS (1x660 MW) & Uppur STPP U1&2 (2 x 800 MW) are not included in 6486 MW planned capacity, the Ministry told Standing Linkage Committee (Long-Term) for Power Sector which decides on coal linkage for power sector. Union Ministry of Power has requested the Standing Linkage Committee (Long-Term) for Power Sector to consider the request of Tamil Nadu government to earmark long-term coal linkage to TNPGCL under the revised coal allocation policy (SHAKTI Policy, 2025) for conducting tariff based competitive bidding to develop and procure 660 MW of power from Ennore TPS Expansion project. The Standing Linkage Committee will take a call on the coal allocation for the Ennore TPS Expansion project. Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Ltd (TNPDCL) is presently meeting the demand from the Installed Capacity of conventional sources of 15043 MW (Thermal 4320 MW + Gas 408 MW + Independent Power Producers 775 MW + Central Generating Stations Share 6558 MW + Long Term Open Access 2830 MW + Medium Term Open Access 152 MW). Considering a Plant Load Factor of 85%, the net availability will be 12786 MW, Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (TNERC) said in a recent order. TNPDCL had executed 11 Long Term Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) for aggregate quantum of 3330 MW for a period of 15 years from 2014 to 2028. Out of 3330 MW, 500 MW PPA executed with Ind Barath Energy (Utkal) Ltd was terminated and at present 2830 MW power under long term is being procured and the PPAs will expire in FY 2028-29, it noted. The median shortfall/demand deficit for FY 2026-27 and FY 2029-30 is 4,858 MW and 6,997 MW respectively, taking into account expiry of contracts and upcoming projects. TNERC allowed TNPDCL to float medium term tender for procurement of 800 MW round the clock Power for a period of five years from power plants all over India under Finance, Own and Operate (FOO) guidelines from 01-02-2026.
Time of India
12-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Bihar greenlights plan for clean energy push
NEW DELHI: Bihar government on Friday announced a policy to facilitate renewable energy adoption in the state with benefits of streamlined single-window clearance system and 100% reimbursement of state goods and services tax (SGST), land conversion fees, and stamp duty on lease or transfer of land. The policy also grants a 100% waiver on electricity duty for 15 years and provides long-term open access for 25 years along with full exemption from transmission and wheeling charges. "With the free ISTS (inter-state transmission system) regime drawing to a close, it is time for the industry to act. We are offering one of the most attractive policy regimes in the country-those who invest in Bihar now will fetch maximum returns and lead India's clean energy revolution from the front," Manoj Kumar Singh , energy secretary of Bihar, said. The policy aims to promote active stakeholder engagement in the manufacturing and deployment of renewable energy projects, while encouraging the integration of advanced and efficient technologies in both generation and storage. To support these ambitions, the policy introduces a highly competitive suite of incentives designed to attract investors and developers from across the country. As per the policy, state utilities will bear the cost of transmission and distribution infrastructure up to 10 km, with shared responsibility beyond that point. Renewable energy projects will have "must run" status and separate feed-in tariffs tailored to different technologies, along with guarantees like minimum generation compensation, energy banking, and a robust payment security mechanism, a government statement said. Developers will also benefit from priority access to government land on long-term leases, deemed industry status and eligibility to claim carbon credits under UNFCCC (United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change) or other national schemes. A minimum of 5% of the renewable energy budget will be allocated exclusively to research and development initiatives. According to the Central Electricity Authority's Resource Adequacy Plan, Bihar must procure about 23 GW of renewable energy by FY30.
Economic Times
11-07-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
Bihar greenlights plan for clean energy push
NEW DELHI: Bihar government on Friday announced a policy to facilitate renewable energy adoption in the state with benefits of streamlined single-window clearance system and 100% reimbursement of state goods and services tax (SGST), land conversion fees, and stamp duty on lease or transfer of land. The policy also grants a 100% waiver on electricity duty for 15 years and provides long-term open access for 25 years along with full exemption from transmission and wheeling charges. "With the free ISTS (inter-state transmission system) regime drawing to a close, it is time for the industry to act. We are offering one of the most attractive policy regimes in the country-those who invest in Bihar now will fetch maximum returns and lead India's clean energy revolution from the front," Manoj Kumar Singh, energy secretary of Bihar, said. The policy aims to promote active stakeholder engagement in the manufacturing and deployment of renewable energy projects, while encouraging the integration of advanced and efficient technologies in both generation and storage. To support these ambitions, the policy introduces a highly competitive suite of incentives designed to attract investors and developers from across the country. As per the policy, state utilities will bear the cost of transmission and distribution infrastructure up to 10 km, with shared responsibility beyond that energy projects will have "must run" status and separate feed-in tariffs tailored to different technologies, along with guarantees like minimum generation compensation, energy banking, and a robust payment security mechanism, a government statement said. Developers will also benefit from priority access to government land on long-term leases, deemed industry status and eligibility to claim carbon credits under UNFCCC (United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change) or other national schemes. A minimum of 5% of the renewable energy budget will be allocated exclusively to research and development to the Central Electricity Authority's Resource Adequacy Plan, Bihar must procure about 23 GW of renewable energy by FY30.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Bihar greenlights plan for clean energy push
NEW DELHI: Bihar government on Friday announced a policy to facilitate renewable energy adoption in the state with benefits of streamlined single-window clearance system and 100% reimbursement of state goods and services tax (SGST), land conversion fees, and stamp duty on lease or transfer of land. The policy also grants a 100% waiver on electricity duty for 15 years and provides long-term open access for 25 years along with full exemption from transmission and wheeling charges. "With the free ISTS (inter-state transmission system) regime drawing to a close, it is time for the industry to act. We are offering one of the most attractive policy regimes in the country-those who invest in Bihar now will fetch maximum returns and lead India's clean energy revolution from the front," Manoj Kumar Singh , energy secretary of Bihar, said. The policy aims to promote active stakeholder engagement in the manufacturing and deployment of renewable energy projects, while encouraging the integration of advanced and efficient technologies in both generation and storage. To support these ambitions, the policy introduces a highly competitive suite of incentives designed to attract investors and developers from across the country. As per the policy, state utilities will bear the cost of transmission and distribution infrastructure up to 10 km, with shared responsibility beyond that point. Renewable energy projects will have "must run" status and separate feed-in tariffs tailored to different technologies, along with guarantees like minimum generation compensation, energy banking, and a robust payment security mechanism, a government statement said. Developers will also benefit from priority access to government land on long-term leases, deemed industry status and eligibility to claim carbon credits under UNFCCC (United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change) or other national schemes. A minimum of 5% of the renewable energy budget will be allocated exclusively to research and development initiatives. According to the Central Electricity Authority's Resource Adequacy Plan, Bihar must procure about 23 GW of renewable energy by FY30.
