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The Union Minister of Power and Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal unveiled a comprehensive compendium of regulations notified by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) under the Electricity Act, 2003. The event, held in New Delhi, marks a pivotal moment in India’s ongoing efforts to develop a reliable, efficient, and sustainable electricity sector.
The CEA regulations outlined in the compendium provide a detailed framework for electricity generation, transmission, distribution, and trading across the nation. These regulations play a critical role in ensuring grid stability, promoting efficient resource utilization, maintaining safety standards in electricity operations, and facilitating the seamless integration of renewable energy into the national grid. The compendium covers a broad spectrum of topics, including technical standards, safety protocols, grid connectivity, and more, reflecting the evolving demands of India’s dynamic power sector.
During the launch, Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, “The release of this compendium of CEA regulations is a crucial step towards ensuring transparency in the power sector in India. The regulations encapsulated in this compendium will bring uniformity of rules and will provide a centralized and easily accessible source of information for ease of compliance by power sector stakeholders.”
Key Highlights of the CEA Regulations Compendium:
1. Grid Standards:
Establishes a framework for the operation and maintenance of the electricity grid, including standards for voltage, frequency, and system security, and the integration of diverse energy sources.
2. Technical Standards for Grid Connectivity:
Sets technical requirements for connecting generating stations, including renewable energy sources, to the grid, ensuring stability and smooth integration.
3. Safety and Electric Supply Measures:
Provides guidelines to ensure the safety of the public, workers, and equipment during electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, including safety requirements for EV charging stations.
4. Safety Requirements for Construction, Operation, and Maintenance of Electrical Plants and Lines:
Establishes standards to prevent accidents and ensure the safe operation of electrical installations, including mandates for safety audits and early warning systems for hydro projects.
5. Flexible Operation of Coal-Based Thermal Power Generating Units:
Ensures that coal-based power plants can operate flexibly at a minimum power level of 40%, supporting the grid as the energy mix shifts towards renewable sources.6. Installation and Operation of Meters:
Standardizes metering practices to ensure accurate billing, enhance reliability, and promote transparency in the electricity sector.
7. Furnishing of Statistics, Returns, and Information:
Mandates the submission of data related to electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, enabling the CEA to monitor and analyze the power sector’s performance.
8. Technical Standards for Communication Systems in the Power Sector:
Sets standards for communication systems, enhancing operational efficiency through improved data transfer and real-time monitoring.
9. Technical Standards for Construction of Electrical Plants and Electric Lines:
Specifies standards for designing, constructing, and maintaining electrical plants and lines, ensuring safety, reliability, and efficiency.
This compendium serves as a vital resource for all stakeholders in the power sector, including policymakers, developers, and operators. It offers a consolidated reference to ensure compliance with the highest standards in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, and is expected to play a significant role in shaping the future of India’s power sector. |
