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Time of India
02-08-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Relief for 65L consumers: Power bill reduced as fuel surcharge falls
Raipur: Electricity consumers in Chhattisgarh will see a reduction in their power bills this month, as the fuel and power purchase adjustment surcharge (FPPAS) has been lowered for the second consecutive month. Consumers will receive a 1.44% discount on the energy charge portion of their June bill. This means they will pay less in their Aug bill for the electricity consumed in July. As per a notification from the Union Ministry of Power, the Variable Cost Adjustment (VCA) charge has been replaced by FPPAS. While the VCA was calculated every two months, the new FPPAS is now determined monthly by the power company based on its purchase costs, said a state power company spokesperson. The Chhattisgarh State Power Distribution Company's power purchase costs decreased last month. The FPPAS for electricity consumed in June will therefore be 1.44 per cent lower, and this discount will be reflected in the July bill, which is payable in Aug. According to Distribution Company Managing Director Bhim Singh Kanwar, the discount will be automatically calculated and applied to the bill. This is the second month in a row that the surcharge was reduced. Last month, the surcharge was lowered by 0.12%. Kanwar attributed the reduction to better management by the power company and improved production from its plants. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
02-08-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Chhattisgarh power bills to drop again; FPPAS reduced for second consecutive month
RAIPUR: Electricity consumers in Chhattisgarh will see a reduction in their power bills this month, as the fuel and power purchase adjustment surcharge (FPPAS) has been lowered for the second consecutive month. Consumers will receive a 1.44% discount on the energy charge portion of their June bill. This means they will pay less in their August bill for the electricity consumed in July. As per a notification from the Union Ministry of Power, the Variable Cost Adjustment (VCA) charge has been replaced by FPPAS. While the VCA was calculated every two months, the new FPPAS is now determined monthly by the power company based on its purchase costs, said state power company spokesperson. The Chhattisgarh State Power Distribution Company's power purchase costs decreased last month. The FPPAS for electricity consumed in June will therefore be 1.44 per cent lower, and this discount will be reflected in the July bill, which is payable in August. According to Distribution Company Managing Director Bhim Singh Kanwar, the discount will be automatically calculated and applied to the bill. This is the second month in a row that the surcharge has been reduced. Last month, the surcharge was lowered by 0.12%. Kanwar attributed the reduction to better management by the power company and improved production from its plants. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Friendship Day wishes , messages and quotes !
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
14-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Centre to launch ADEETIE scheme to drive energy efficiency across MSMEs
In a major push toward industrial sustainability and climate goals , the Union Ministry of Power , through the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), will launch the Assistance in Deploying Energy Efficient Technologies in Industries & Establishments (ADEETIE) scheme on July 15, 2025, in Panipat, Haryana, as reported by Financial Express. The initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of advanced energy-efficient technologies across India's Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector. Union Minister for Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, along with senior officials from the Ministry and Haryana government, will inaugurate the national roll-out event. Key highlights include the launch of the ADEETIE web portal, release of the scheme brochure, signing of MoUs with major MSME industrial associations, and felicitation of exemplary MSME units. The scheme provides technical support, interest subsidies on loans, and policy guidance to help MSMEs lower energy costs and enhance productivity. It supports India's climate targets, including reducing emissions intensity by 45 per cent by 2030 and achieving Net Zero by 2070 . The launch will see participation from top officials, State Designated Agencies (including AP State Energy Conservation Mission), industry leaders, and financial institutions. A BEE Media Advisor for Southern States & UTs called the launch a defining moment for energy transformation. ADEETIE builds on successful pilot projects like Andhra Pradesh's decarbonisation efforts in MSME clusters for gold, jewellery, food processing, and pharma, which have already yielded energy and cost savings. The scheme aims to scale such successes nationwide and establish the MSME sector as a global leader.
New Indian Express
14-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Energy efficiency scheme for MSMEs
VIJAYAWADA: In a major push toward industrial sustainability and climate goals, the Union Ministry of Power, through the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), will launch the Assistance in Deploying Energy Efficient Technologies in Industries & Establishments (ADEETIE) scheme on July 15, 2025, in Panipat, Haryana. The initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of advanced energy-efficient technologies across India's Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector. Union Minister for Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, along with senior officials from the Ministry and Haryana government, will inaugurate the national roll-out event. Key highlights include the launch of the ADEETIE web portal, release of the scheme brochure, signing of MoUs with major MSME industrial associations, and felicitation of exemplary MSME units. The scheme provides technical support, interest subsidies on loans, and policy guidance to help MSMEs lower energy costs and enhance productivity. It supports India's climate targets, including reducing emissions intensity by 45% by 2030 and achieving Net Zero by 2070. The launch will see participation from top officials, State Designated Agencies (including AP State Energy Conservation Mission), industry leaders, and financial institutions. A BEE Media Advisor for Southern States & UTs called the launch a defining moment for energy transformation. ADEETIE builds on successful pilot projects like AP's decarbonisation efforts in MSME clusters for gold, jewellery, food processing, and pharma, which have already yielded energy and cost savings. The scheme aims to scale such successes nationwide and establish MSME sector as a global leader.
