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Date: 05-Jan-2023 Category: Extra Ordinary State: Union Government Country: India

In pursuance of Clause 56 vi of Ministry of Power MOP Notification on Guidelines for Determination of Tariff by Bidding Process for Procurement of Power by Distribution Licensees dated 19 01 2005 as amended from time to time

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Executive Summary & Key Takeaways

What it means

  • This notification from the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) announces the monthly escalation rates applicable for December 2022 for payments related to power procurement by distribution licensees. These rates are specifically for power generated from thermal power stations using imported coal, as per the guidelines and policies mentioned in the notification.

Key Changes

  • The notification specifies the following monthly escalation rates for December 2022:
  • Escalation rate for imported coal: -9.99%
  • Escalation rate for transportation of imported coal: -5.72%
  • Escalation rate for inland handling of imported coal: -0.24%
  • These rates are to be used for payment purposes as per the Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) entered into under the relevant guidelines.

Impact Analysis

Distribution Licensees

  • Action Items: Distribution licensees should incorporate these revised escalation rates into their payment calculations for December 2022 and subsequent months until new rates are notified. They should also analyze the impact on their overall power procurement costs and adjust their strategies accordingly.

Thermal Power Stations using Imported Coal

  • Action Items: These power stations should review their cost structures and operational efficiencies to mitigate the impact of reduced revenue. They may also need to renegotiate their coal supply contracts or explore alternative fuel sources.

Consumers

  • Action Items: Monitor tariff adjustments made by distribution licensees to understand the impact on electricity bills.

Coal Importers and Transporters

  • Action Items: These entities should assess the impact on their profitability and explore strategies to optimize their operations and maintain competitiveness.

Key Entities Referenced

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC): The regulatory body responsible for regulating the electricity sector in India, including tariff determination and notification of escalation rates. Ministry of Power (MOP): The government ministry responsible for the development of the power sector in India, including formulating policies and guidelines. Distribution Licensees: Entities licensed to distribute electricity to consumers. Thermal Power Stations: Power plants that generate electricity by burning fuel, in this case, imported coal. SHAKTI (Scheme for Harnessing and Allocating Koyala (Coal) Transparently in India) Policy: A policy aimed at ensuring transparent allocation of coal in India. Guidelines for Determination of Tariff by Bidding Process for Procurement of Power by Distribution Licensees: Guidelines issued by the Ministry of Power for determining tariffs through a bidding process for power procurement.
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