In a recent decision by the Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, a joint petition by the Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board Ltd. (HPSEBL) and M/s Sunrise Solar Power Project was approved. This agreement allows for the purchase of power from a new 5.0 MW solar power project being developed in Badehar, Hamirpur. The approval is based on regulations set under the Electricity Act of 2003.
The solar project received initial approval from the HIMURJA, a governmental energy agency, and aims to be operational by March 20, 2025. It will connect to the existing electric grid at a 33 kV sub-station in Naltu and does not include facilities for deemed generation, which would compensate for grid unavailability.
The regulatory commission has established a fixed payment rate of ₹3.62 per kWh for the electricity generated by this project, applicable to solar projects of its size in rural areas. This tariff is provisional and may be adjusted based on any government subsidies received.
The decision requires both parties involved to finalize their connection agreement and make arrangements for any financial aid from state or central government bodies. The HPSEBL is mandated to purchase the energy produced up to March 31, 2030, under the conditions specified in the state’s energy policy.
Overall, this agreement supports the region’s move towards more sustainable energy sources, promoting the development of solar power in less urbanized areas and providing a structured approach to integrating new renewable energy projects into the state’s power grid.
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