Introduction

The GRPV sector is still in infancy and requires setting up of processes and frameworks, from the learnings at both national and international arenas. Involvement of multiple approval processes, non-uniform regulations across states, non-uniformity of PPAs etc. can be termed as a few reasons for slow GRPV growth

GRPV growth accelerators

Facilitative policy and regulatory framework to enhance financial and technical viability of projects.

Rationalize target and target trajectory.

Simple and efficient interconnection process for smooth connectivity of GRPV systems with distribution grid.

Wide variety of business models offering options to consumers and developers of balancing investments with risks and returns.

Incentivise customers.

Easy access to financing for consumers and developers aiming to enter the market.

Objectives

To assist state and central policymakers in updating/creating policies for GRPV market uptake and implementation.
To assist state and central regulators, CEA and relevant nodal agencies to come up with appropriate grid code, standards and regulations

Interventions

State Level Activities

Coordination and continuous engagement with state specific stakeholders
As is and gap assessment studies
State Action Plan developed for partner states.

National Level Activities

Liaison with CERC and Forum of Regulators (FOR) for updating GRPV regulation

Salient features

Updation of NEM 2013

In Net Metering regulations net billing introduced along with net metering
Introduction of two types of Distributed Renewable Energy (DRE) systems based on ownership
No restrictions in terms of individual capacity based on sanctioned load and maximum GRPV capacity
The limit for connecting Distributed Renewable Energy (DRE) system to feeder or distribution transformer increased
Six business models and their accounting and commercial settlement mechanisms introduced
Remuneration introduced for excess generation based present energy accounting and commercial settlement principles
Definition of an agreement amended to accommodate possible different ownership models

Sikkim & Meghalaya solar policies – Salient features

Promotion of GRPV with battery storage for grid management
Promotion of local entrepreneurship
Year-on-year target trajectory and Consumer category wise targets
Promotion of all types of metering, including virtual net metering
First of its kind to envisage utility driven business models for GRPV promotion
Consumer category-wise implementation plan
Incentive mechanisms such as Sikkim GRPV Fund, GBI, etc.
Promotional schemes such as vendor empanelment, demand aggregation, etc.
Development of administrative procedures, and web portal, etc.
Promotion of capacity building, and outreach strategy.
Coordination among other programs, such as smart city, etc.
Empowered committee set-up to facilitate GRPV off-take

Policy & Regulatory