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APTEL Ruling Upholds Open Access Rights Against MSEDCL's Restrictions

APTEL's ruling protects open access rights in Maharashtra, overturning MSEDCL's previous cancellations. It clarifies that open access is part of contract demand, rejecting system overload claims, and ensures transparent communication, fair treatment, and protection for industrial consumers.

MERC Ruling | November 08, 2024 | By EI News Network | 921

MERC Approves 3000 MW Tariff and Procurement for PSPs

MERC has approved MSEDCL's procurement of 3000 MW energy storage capacity from Pumped Hydro Storage Plants, including 2000 MW under the Green Shoe option, along with tariff adoption. The 40-year contract will strengthen renewable energy integration in Maharashtra.

MERC Ruling | September 27, 2024 | By EI News Network | 1089

MERC Retains Proposed Increment in License Fees for Discoms in Maharashtra

Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission has decided to retain the proposed increment in the annual licence fees payable by distribution licensees from 0.05 percent to 0.1 percent and will be applicable from April 1, 2025.

MERC Ruling | September 20, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 677

MERC Rejects ACME's Force Majeure Claim, Imposes Penalty for Under-Generation

MERC's recent ruling dismisses ACME’s Force Majeure claim due to COVID-19 disruptions and imposes penalties for under-generation. The Commission asserts that ACME's commercial decisions and delay in capacity installation cannot be justified by Force Majeure.

MERC Ruling | August 21, 2024 | By EI News Network | 803