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					</table><p>The Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (<a href="https://aperc.gov.in/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">APERC</a>) has issued guidelines to address calculating electricity units exported by solar net meter consumers during periods when meters are defective or non-functional.</p>
<p>This clarification aims to ensure fair and consistent billing practices for prosumers with grid-interactive solar rooftop photovoltaic systems.</p>
<p>APERC said all provisions of the General Terms and Conditions of Supply (GTCS), the Supply Code, and relevant regulations apply to prosumers.</p>
<p>By providing clear instructions on estimating energy export during meter defects, APERC aims to minimize disputes and promote the smooth operation of solar net metering systems in Andhra Pradesh.</p>
<p>This includes requiring prosumers to notify the distribution companies (DISCOM) before installing a rooftop solar system behind the meter and to comply with Central Electricity Authority (<a href="https://cea.nic.in/?lang=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CEA</a>) technical standards.</p>
<p>When a meter malfunctions, the APERC recommended estimating the energy exported using the average of the units recorded in the last three billing cycles before the defect.</p>
<p>The guidelines address two specific scenarios:</p>
<p>Stuck meters: In cases where meters are stuck or not recording correctly, a GTCS Clause 7.5.1.4.2 should be followed, which involves using the last known accurate readings or average usage data for estimation.</p>
<p>Defective meters: For defective meters, GTCS Clause 7.5.1.4.3, which includes procedures for recalibration or replacement of the meter, as well as using historical data for accurate usage estimation, applies.</p>
<p>The guidelines apply to Andhra Pradesh Central Power Distribution Corporation (<a href="https://www.apcpdcl.in/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">APCPDCL</a>), Eastern Power Distribution Company of Andhra Pradesh (<a href="https://www.apeasternpower.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">APEPDCL</a>), and Andhra Pradesh Southern Power Distribution Company (<a href="https://www.apspdcl.in/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">APSPDCL</a>).</p>
<p>Recently, APERC <a href="https://www.mercomindia.com/andhra-regulator-approves-7-gw-solar-power" target="_blank" rel="noopener">approved</a> a tripartite Power Supply Agreement allowing the Andhra Pradesh Green Energy Corporation, now known as AP Rural Agriculture Power Supply Company, to draw 7 GW of solar power from the Solar Energy Corporation of India.</p>
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APERC Clarifies Rooftop Solar Net Metering Billing Procedures


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					</table><p>Electric vehicle (EV) users in Karnataka will have to get approvals from distribution licensees to install EV chargers in non-designated areas, according to a new Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (<a href="https://kerc.karnataka.gov.in/en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">KERC</a>) order.</p>
<p>Karnataka has developed standard operating guidelines for all EV users due to the confusion and inconsistency within the residential EV charging space.</p>
<p>The rules include tariffs for EV charging and installing the chargers in designated and non-designated areas.</p>
<p>The KERC order comes in the background of EV users and building owners complaining about practical difficulties in the installation of EV charging stations such as metering, and extension of charging cables in common areas.</p>
<p><strong>2 EV charging points</strong></p>
<p>KERC has added a new clause to the Conditions of Supply (Eighth amendment, 2019) about commercial/residential buildings, complexes, and multi-story buildings within Karnataka with a requisitioned load of 250 kW or more and more than 5,000 sq mt of the built-up area of the building. The owner/promoter of such buildings must install two charging points capable of charging any vehicle of any EV segment.</p>
<p><strong>Charging installations in multi-story buildings </strong></p>
<p>EV charging stations in designated EV charging zones can be deployed either as a single point for the association or as individual connections for each consumer with approval from the area distribution licensee.</p>
<p>EV users (all vehicle segments) in multi-story buildings/complexes can install their EV chargers within the sanctioned load or increase the load upon approval from the distribution licensee. However, the tariff will be charged as per the installation category tariff. They may also choose a new connection under the EV charging category.</p>
<p>In buildings with no designated parking space, EV charging stations/points must be set up in common areas.</p>
<p>As per the KERC order, the energy charge for EVs has been fixed at ₹4.50/kWh ($ 0.054/kWh).</p>
<p>The wiring and cabling can be extended from the meter panel to the EV charging unit.</p>
<p>The individual connection for each EV charging station up to 150 kW is allowed under LT connection.</p>
<p><strong>Sub-metering</strong></p>
<p>EV users will also be able to now install LT/HT sub-meters for their EV charging stations. The energy consumption recorded in the sub-meter will be deducted from the consumption in the main meter. Billings for sub-meters will take place as per the EV tariff. There will be no fixed charges for these sub-meters.</p>
<p>The commission has also asked the Chief Electrical Inspector, Government Electrical Inspectorate, to issue norms for placing energy meters in metering panels, the type/manner of electrical wiring/cabling from meter panels to charging stations, safety earthing, and prescribed standards for wiring.</p>
<p>The distribution licensee has also been asked to issue guidelines for installing EV charging stations/points.</p>
<p>In its Budget for 2024, the Karnataka government <a href="https://www.mercomindia.com/karnataka-2024-budget-billion-for-solar-pumps">announced</a> plans to set up around 2,500 EV charging stations in the state in partnership with the private sector. It also said it would invest ₹350 million (~$4.2 million) to set up 100 EV charging centers in collaboration with distribution companies.</p>
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KERC Issues Guidelines for Installing EV Charging Points in Buildings

<p>Rajasthan Electronics Instruments Limited (<a href="http://www.reiljp.com/HindiWeb/indexH2.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">REIL</a>), a joint venture between the Government of India and the Government of Rajasthan, has issued a notice inviting tender (NIT) for 700 energy meters in Jaipur.</p>
<p>The last date for the submission of bids is August 24, 2020. REIL did not specify an earnest money deposit (EMD) for the tender. The details of the tender are provided below:</p>
<p><a href="https://mercomindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Rajasthan-Tender-Details-of-Rate-Contract-of-Import-Export-Energy-Meter-Solar-Energy-Meter-and-Whole-Current-Meter.png"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-20790" src="https://mercomindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Rajasthan-Tender-Details-of-Rate-Contract-of-Import-Export-Energy-Meter-Solar-Energy-Meter-and-Whole-Current-Meter.png" alt="Rajasthan Tender - Details of Rate Contract of Import - Export Energy Meter, Solar Energy Meter and Whole Current Meter" width="505" height="205" srcset="https://cms.mercomindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Rajasthan-Tender-Details-of-Rate-Contract-of-Import-Export-Energy-Meter-Solar-Energy-Meter-and-Whole-Current-Meter.png 505w, https://cms.mercomindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Rajasthan-Tender-Details-of-Rate-Contract-of-Import-Export-Energy-Meter-Solar-Energy-Meter-and-Whole-Current-Meter-300x122.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 505px) 100vw, 505px" /></a></p>
<p>REIL said that the import/export meters, solar energy meters, and whole current net meters must have been tested and approved by the Jaipur distribution company (DISCOM). It added that a test report must be provided along with the meters, as well.</p>
<p>Suppliers are expected to provide a five-year warranty for the meters against breaking, rejection from the DISCOM, burning, reading errors, among other things. The meters must be delivered within two weeks from the release of the delivery clearance against REIL’s rate contract. The contract will be valid up to May 31, 2021, and can be extended if mutually agreed upon.</p>
<p>The tender documents noted that 20% of the tendered quantity would be allocated to micro and small enterprises (MSEs). REIL also said that indigenous manufacturers would be given preference for the promotion of indigenous products, subject to them meeting quality standards and specifications.</p>
<p>Recently, Uttarakhand Power Corporation Limited (<a href="https://www.upcl.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">UPCL</a>) floated a tender for 900 single-phase (10-60a) whole current solar meters in the state.</p>
<p>More recently, the Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), a joint venture of public sector units under the Ministry of Power, said it successfully <a href="https://mercomindia.com/eesl-installs-one-million-smart-meters-india/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">installed</a> one million smart meters across India under the Smart Meter National Program (SMNP).</p>
<p>Mercom recently reported how the time to speed up smart meter installations in the country is now. <a href="https://mercomindia.com/now-time-smart-meters-india/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Read the full report</a> to find out why.</p>
<p>Image credit: National Institute of Standards and Technology / Public domain</p>


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