Clean Energy Industry Fights Connectivity Revocation Over Project Delays
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Moneycontrol•16-01-2026, 09:09
Clean Energy Industry Fights Connectivity Revocation Over Project Delays
- •Indian renewable energy groups oppose CERC's proposal to revoke interstate transmission system connectivity for projects without timely Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs).
- •The industry argues that developers are unfairly penalized for delays often beyond their control, such as slow tariff adoption and approval processes by state distribution companies.
- •CERC's November paper highlighted over 45 GW of renewable capacity with grid connectivity but no PPAs, blocking transmission bays for new projects.
- •Proposed solutions included auctioning surrendered capacity and deeming connectivity surrendered if PPAs are unsigned for over 12 months.
- •Industry bodies like NSEFI, IWTMA, IWEA, and SECI suggest focusing on project readiness for reallocation and extending project completion deadlines to avoid inflated tariffs and favor only large players.
Why It Matters: Clean energy sector opposes CERC's strict connectivity rules, citing external delays and potential tariff hikes.
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