TNPGCL expects smooth power supply from CGS during summer
1 month, 3 weeks ago

TNPGCL expects smooth power supply from CGS during summer

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Limited is expecting the Central Generating Stations to provide a smooth supply of power this summer. Tamil Nadu has a share of over 6,000 MW from CGS, including Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant, NLC, and NTPC. It has a power allocation share of 1,150 MW out of the total capacity of 2,000 MW of Units I and II of KKNPP, and 2,195 MW share from NLC’s capacity of over 4,000 MW. Tamil Nadu meets its power demand from the State-owned conventional thermal and gas plants, and non-conventional hydro, wind and solar plants, along with its share of power from CGS and long-, medium- and short-term power purchase agreements.

Tamil Nadu Power State Share Cgs Nlc Kknpp Smooth Supply Tnpgcl  share  capacity  demand  units  power  smooth  supply  mw  nadu  tnpgcl  total  kknpp  cgs  expects  summer

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T.N.’s peak power demand expected to touch 22,000-MW mark this summer: Senthilbalaji
6 hours, 33 minutes ago

T.N.’s peak power demand expected to touch 22,000-MW mark this summer: Senthilbalaji

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu Minister for Electricity V. Senthilbalaji held a review meeting on Wednesday on the preparedness for meeting the demand this summer. “We expect the peak demand this summer to reach 22,000 MW, compared with 20,830 MW last year,” he told reporters after the meeting at the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board’s headquarters. The State’s peak power demand in January and …

T.N. plans electricity generation projects to meet the future needs of the State: Minister
4 days, 13 hours ago

T.N. plans electricity generation projects to meet the future needs of the State: Minister

The Hindu  

The Tamil Nadu government has planned electricity generation projects that will meet the power needs of the State till 2030, said Minister for Electricity, Excise, and Prohibition, V. Senthilbalaji, in Coimbatore on Saturday. The Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation will take up thermal power plant projects for 7,000 MW, pumped storage project for 16,500 MW and 2000 MW of …

TNPGCL to execute 660-MW Ennore Thermal Power Station expansion project
1 week, 3 days ago

TNPGCL to execute 660-MW Ennore Thermal Power Station expansion project

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Ltd has decided to execute the 660-MW Ennore Thermal Power Station expansion project. According to agenda for a meeting of Southern Regional Power Committee which had information on status of new thermal projects of central and state sector in a board meeting held earlier this year, it was decided that the ETPS expansion project will …

Tamil Nadu's daily power consumption crosses 400 million units earlier than last year
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Tamil Nadu's daily power consumption crosses 400 million units earlier than last year

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: As temperatures rose in the state since late February, the total power consumption in a single day has already touched 400 million units on March 7 this year, which is more than a week earlier than last summer. In contrast, the state reached the 400-MU mark last year on March 15, when the consumption was 417.98 MUs. With the …

TNPDCL proposes to levy additional surcharge of ₹0.10 per unit on open-access power consumers
3 weeks, 2 days ago

TNPDCL proposes to levy additional surcharge of ₹0.10 per unit on open-access power consumers

The Hindu  

The Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited has proposed the levying of an additional surcharge of ₹0.10 per unit, payable by all open-access consumers who purchase power from third-party sales and power exchanges. The move aimed to increase competitiveness and efficiency in the power sector, and the loss of revenue suffered by the TNPDCL was compensated by a cross-subsidy surcharge …

Karnataka government assures uninterrupted power supply this summer
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Karnataka government assures uninterrupted power supply this summer

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Minister KJ George announced on Friday that the Energy Department is well-prepared to meet the state's power needs, ensuring a supply of 19,000 MW during the summer months without any load shedding. According to news agency PTI, KJ George stated that Karnataka has seen a sharp increase in power consumption over the past two months, pushing demand to an …

TN floats tenders to set up battery systems to store renewable energy
3 weeks, 5 days ago

TN floats tenders to set up battery systems to store renewable energy

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: In a major push towards efficient utilisation of power, especially power generated through renewable sources, the Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited on Friday floated global e-tenders to set up clusters of Battery Energy Storage Systems with combined capacity of 500 MW and 1,000 MW in the state. This is the first time the state is planning such facilities, …

Andhra Pradesh’s SDSTPS unit reached milestone of 100 days of continuous operation for first time
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Andhra Pradesh’s SDSTPS unit reached milestone of 100 days of continuous operation for first time

The Hindu  

The third unit of Sri Damodaram Sanjeevaiah Thermal Power Station at Krishnapatnam in Nellore district reached a significant milestone of 100 days of continuous operation for the first time since its Commercial Operation Date and generated 1,596.30 Million Units with a Plant Load Factor of 83% since November, 18, 2024. Besides, the SDSTPS is consistently generating 45 MU thereby contributing …

State likely to witness energy deficit for 10 years till FY2034-35: Central Electricity Authority
1 month ago

State likely to witness energy deficit for 10 years till FY2034-35: Central Electricity Authority

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu is likely to witness energy deficit throughout 2024-25 to 2034-35, as per report on Resource Adequacy Plan for the State released by Central Electricity Authority, under Union Ministry of Power. In the fiscal year 2023-24, Tamil Nadu’s peak power demand of 19,045 MW was met without any gap, while energy required was 1,26,163 million units, against energy supplied …

Telangana’s power demand surpass 16,000 MW for first time
1 month, 1 week ago

Telangana’s power demand surpass 16,000 MW for first time

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Telangana on Wednesday recorded its highest-ever peak power demand, breaching the 16,000-megawatt mark for the first time because of rising temperature and the ongoing Rabi agricultural operations. Tamil Nadu witnessed its all-time high power demand of 20,830 MW on May 2 last year, while Karnataka hit 17,691 MW on January 31, 2025. Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, who …

TNERC junks power utility’s plea seeking nod to procure power under PM Kusum scheme
1 month, 1 week ago

TNERC junks power utility’s plea seeking nod to procure power under PM Kusum scheme

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission rejected Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Ltd. ‘s plea seeking nod for power purchase under the PM-Kusum Scheme-Component A. Under PM-KUSUM scheme- Component-A, farmers can set-up Decentralized Ground/ Stilt Mounted Grid Connected Solar or other Renewable Energy based Power Plants on their land up to the capacity. TNGECL floated tender on February 14, 2024 without …

TNERC expresses concern over State power utility going ahead with tender process
1 month, 1 week ago

TNERC expresses concern over State power utility going ahead with tender process

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission has expressed concern over the State’s power utility going ahead with the tender process to procure short term power for summer period, while its approval is pending. Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited sought nod for procurement of 2,750 MW of round the clock power and 5,775 MW of peak hour power from February to …

Tantransco told to focus on enhancing power transfer capability from other States
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Tantransco told to focus on enhancing power transfer capability from other States

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu Transmission Corporation Limited has been told to focus on limiting transmission constraints and take measures to enhance the power transfer capability from other States to Tamil Nadu through Inter-State Transmission lines. At a recent meeting to discuss grid related issues in the State, Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre pointed out Tamil Nadu’s Available Transfer Capability 13,700 MW. The …

TGNPDCL Plans Summer Power Boost in Telangana
1 month, 2 weeks ago

TGNPDCL Plans Summer Power Boost in Telangana

Deccan Chronicle  

Nizamabad: For uninterrupted power supply in peak summer season, the Telangana State Northern Power Distribution Company Limited is made supper action plan. TGNPDCL chairman and managing director Karnati Varun Reddy directed officials to be alert and take up the summer action plans in their respective areas. Speaking to Deccan Chronicle, TGNPDCL chairman and managing director Karnati Varun Reddy said that …

TNPGCL to tie up for power arrangements to overcome deficit during summer
1 month, 3 weeks ago

TNPGCL to tie up for power arrangements to overcome deficit during summer

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu is expected to see a power deficit during the evening peak hours in the upcoming summer months and Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Limited would tie up for power through tenders and swap arrangements. During the summer last year, the State’s peak power demand hit a new record, touching an all-time-high of 20,830 MW on May 2, 2024. …

TN aspires for 50 Percent power from renewable energy sources
3 months ago

TN aspires for 50 Percent power from renewable energy sources

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai:Under the guidance of Chief Minister M K Stalin, the State would generate 50 percent of its electricity from renewable energy sources by 2030, which would be way ahead of the target fixed by the Union Government to generate 43 percent of electricity from renewable energy sources. An official press release said on Friday that work was on to ensure …

Resource adequacy plan works afoot for steady power supply in Tamil Nadu
3 months, 1 week ago

Resource adequacy plan works afoot for steady power supply in Tamil Nadu

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Following the guidelines issued by the Union Ministry of Power, Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited is working on a Resource Adequacy Plan to ensure uninterrupted power supply and increase renewable energy generation throughout the year. As per the ministry’s instructions, all power distribution companies are required to prepare 10-year electricity demand forecast to meet projected peak demand. A …

Tamil Nadu’s power demand set to rise to 23,013 MW by 2026-27: CEA report
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu’s power demand set to rise to 23,013 MW by 2026-27: CEA report

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu’s power demand is expected to rise to 23,013 MW by 2026-27, as per the 20th Electricity Survey Report of the Central Electricity Authority, submitted recently to the Union government. According to the report, at 23,013 MW, Tamil Nadu will continue to record the highest power demand among southern states, followed by Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh. The report …

TN aims to generate 25 GW wind power by 2030 to tackle peak-hour shortage
4 months, 3 weeks ago

TN aims to generate 25 GW wind power by 2030 to tackle peak-hour shortage

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: With its vast wind energy potential, Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation aims to generate 25 GW of wind power by 2030. According to the National Institute of Wind Energy, Tamil Nadu’s total wind energy potential is estimated at 75 GW, including 35 GW from offshore wind sources. Given these costs, adopting renewable energy is crucial, both to meet the …

TN Green energy corpn meets union govt target, produces 210 MU more power
6 months, 1 week ago

TN Green energy corpn meets union govt target, produces 210 MU more power

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation has generated 2,009.456 million units of electricity through its hydropower plants from April 1 to September 18 this financial year. The rise in production has enabled TNGEC to meet the Central Electricity Authority’s target, playing key role in advancing Tamil Nadu’s green energy goals. Another official said Kundah and Erode are currently leading in …

MSME associations urge TN to revise network charges for rooftop solar systems
6 months, 1 week ago

MSME associations urge TN to revise network charges for rooftop solar systems

New Indian Express  

COIMBATORE: Several MSME associations have called upon the state to reduce network or wheeling charges for rooftop solar systems, especially for consumers who do not transfer excess energy to the power grid. Pradeep Natarajan, President of Tamil Nadu Electricity Consumer Association said, “The existing norm of imposing charges on all energy generated, regardless of whether it is consumed on-site or …

Tamil Nadu releases Repowering, Refurbishment & Life Extension Policy for Wind Power Projects
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu releases Repowering, Refurbishment & Life Extension Policy for Wind Power Projects

The Hindu  

The Tamil Nadu Repowering, Refurbishment & Life Extension Policy for Wind Power Projects – 2024 has been released to encourage developers to replace old wind turbines and promote optimum utilisation of wind energy resources. Wind energy generation in Tamil Nadu commenced in 1986 with machine capacities ranging from 55 kW to 600 kW. By replacing the old wind turbines, optimisation …

On increase in electricity tariff in Tamil Nadu | Explained
8 months ago

On increase in electricity tariff in Tamil Nadu | Explained

The Hindu  

The story so far: On July 15, the Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission announced an average hike of 4.83% for domestic and all other consumers. The Commission waited for the Lok Sabha and Vikravandi Assembly byelection results before announcing the tariff increase, even as it indicated, in its tariff order of September 2022, that the new tariff will come to …

State’s power consumption increased over 7% in April-June 2024
8 months, 1 week ago

State’s power consumption increased over 7% in April-June 2024

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu’s power consumption increased over 7% to 35,385 million units in April-June 2024, from 32,909 million units in the same period last year, as per the provisional data from Central Electricity Authority, under the Union Ministry of Power. According to the State Energy Department’s policy note for 2024-25, Tamil Nadu’s power grid hit a new high, reaching a staggering …

Fine looms, Tamil Nadu rushes to shore up renewable power
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Fine looms, Tamil Nadu rushes to shore up renewable power

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu has stepped up its efforts to sew up deals to meet the 2024-25 target of 29.91% of power to be derived from renewable energy sources. Failure to achieve this renewable purchase obligation may cost state power utilities dearly as the ministry has fixed penalties. Tangedco has signed a deal with Solar Energy Corporation of India to procure …

Power demand reaches record high of 250 GW
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Power demand reaches record high of 250 GW

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: As mercury touches new highs in the vast swathes of the country, power demand has grown significantly and hit a record high of 250 GW on Thursday. On May 30, 2024, northern region achieved a record demand met, reaching an all-time high of 86.7 GW, while the western region also touched its maximum demand met of 74.8 GW …

INDIA’s clean energy transition goals in limbo
11 months ago

INDIA’s clean energy transition goals in limbo

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI : While hosting the G20 Presidency for the first time, India championed a climate change-focused agenda and pushed the group of countries to agree to tripling global renewable energy capacity by 2030. A report titled “Indian States’ Electricity Transition: 2024” was released by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis and Ember that looks into the performance of …

Summer trailer: Rural Tamil Nadu faces power outages
1 year, 1 month ago

Summer trailer: Rural Tamil Nadu faces power outages

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI : Residents in rural parts of the state are experiencing voltage fluctuations and frequent power outages, even though it is not officially summer yet. According to a senior Tangedco official, the surge in electricity consumption without prior notification to the utility provider is a factor for the strain in the power grid. Highlighting the delay in addressing power issues …

Wind energy generation in Tamil Nadu to give relief to industries
1 year, 6 months ago

Wind energy generation in Tamil Nadu to give relief to industries

The Hindu  

Wind energy generation in Tamil Nadu in the current wind season, which will go on till October, is expected to be almost the same as last year, giving relief to industries that generate wind energy for captive use. According to data available, wind energy generation on August 27 evening was 3,553 MW and on August 28 morning 1232 MW. N. …

No plans to advance refuelling activity at Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant’s Unit-1: Union Minister of State Jitendra Singh
1 year, 7 months ago

No plans to advance refuelling activity at Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant’s Unit-1: Union Minister of State Jitendra Singh

The Hindu  

The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd has no plans to advance the refuelling activity of the 1,000 MW Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant Unit-1. In June, Rajesh Lakhoni, chairman and managing director of the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation and R. Manivannan, managing director of the Tamil Nadu Transmission Corporation Limited had written to the NPCIL, asking for an …

T.N. power utilities seek advancing of refuelling activity at Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant’s Unit-1
1 year, 8 months ago

T.N. power utilities seek advancing of refuelling activity at Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant’s Unit-1

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu power utilities have sought the advancing of the refuelling activity at Unit-I of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant. Rajesh Lakhoni, Chairman and Managing Director of the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation and R. Manivannan, Managing Director Tamil Nadu Transmission Corporation Limited have written to the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited, which also runs the KKNPP, on …

Wind energy generation picks up in T.N., consumption expected to peak at 100 million units a day this year
1 year, 9 months ago

Wind energy generation picks up in T.N., consumption expected to peak at 100 million units a day this year

The Hindu  

Wind energy generation in Tamil Nadu has picked up over the past two days, with 2,687 MW generated on Friday, June 2, 2023. K. Kasthurirangaian, chairman of the Indian Wind Power Association, told The Hindu on Saturday that 62 million units of electricity consumed on Thursday, June 1, came from wind energy, and on Friday, June 2, 60 million units …

Tamil Nadu’s Wind Power Generation Season Begins; 72 Million Units Produced
1 year, 10 months ago

Tamil Nadu’s Wind Power Generation Season Begins; 72 Million Units Produced

News 18  

As the wind power season begins in Tamil Nadu, the state generated 92 million units of both wind and solar power on May 15, out of which, nearly 72 million units were from wind alone. Generally, we used to generate thermal power in the evening but on Monday we put a majority of our thermal units on standby as wind …

T.N. swelters, peak power demand crosses 19,000 MW for the first time in recorded history
1 year, 11 months ago

T.N. swelters, peak power demand crosses 19,000 MW for the first time in recorded history

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu’s peak power demand crossed 19,000 MW for the first time since records have been maintained for this data, on Wednesday, April 19, touching 19,087 MW. In the 2022 summer period, the all-time high peak demand was 17,563 MW and the maximum daily consumption was 388.078 million units reached on April 29, 2022. According to power managers, the highest …

As T.N. reels under rising temperatures, power demand, daily consumption hit all-time high
1 year, 11 months ago

As T.N. reels under rising temperatures, power demand, daily consumption hit all-time high

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu has hit yet another all-time high in terms of peak power demand and daily consumption, this summer. The State’s daily consumption hit an all-time high of 41.30 crore units and a peak demand of 18,882 MW on April 18, Electricity Minister V. Senthil Balaji said in a Twitter post. The note also stated that the summer peak power …

Is there an impending energy crisis in Tamil Nadu?
1 year, 11 months ago

Is there an impending energy crisis in Tamil Nadu?

The Hindu  

Is there an actual need to expand lignite mining in the State now? The last thermal power project inaugurated in the State was the North Chennai Thermal Power Station -II in 2014. Since then, the Tamil Nadu government has been working on building five thermal power projects, totalling 4,500 MW, categorised as super critical projects. The mega thermal power projects …

Tamil Nadu Budget 2023 gives big push to green energy
2 years ago

Tamil Nadu Budget 2023 gives big push to green energy

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu has touched a new high in power consumption this year - nearly 18,000 mega watt - and will be in need of a 20,000 MW in the coming years, the State government has big plans in the energy sector. Though the present contribution of green energy to Tamil Nadu grid remains at a healthy rate of 20.88%, it …

Tamil Nadu’s power demand crosses 18,000 MW for the first time
2 years ago

Tamil Nadu’s power demand crosses 18,000 MW for the first time

The Hindu  

Electricity Minister V. Senthil Balaji said Tamil Nadu’s peak power demand crossed 18,000 MW for the first time on Thursday, March 16. The State saw a demand of 18,053 MW on March 16, surpassing the previous peak of 17,749 MW on March 15, the Minister said in a Twitter post on Friday, adding that the power demand was met without …

NTPC comissions 162.27 MW solar capacity in Ettayapuram in Tamil Nadu
2 years, 3 months ago

NTPC comissions 162.27 MW solar capacity in Ettayapuram in Tamil Nadu

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The National Thermal Power Corporation stated that first 162.27 MW part of the 230 MW Ettayapuram Solar PV Project in Tamil Nadu, was declared open for commercial operation on Saturday. With this, NTPC said, its standalone installed and commercial capacity had become 57,801.27 MW, while the group installed and commercial capacity has grown to 70,416.27 MW. He stated that …

Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant’s Four 1000 MW Units To Be Completed By 2027: Union Minister Jitendra Singh
2 years, 3 months ago

Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant’s Four 1000 MW Units To Be Completed By 2027: Union Minister Jitendra Singh

ABP News  

Chennai: The remaining four 1000 MW units of Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant will be completed by 2027, said Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State Science & Technology, Atomic Energy and Space. In a statement laid on the table of the Rajya Sabha in reply to a question, Jitendra Singh as per PBI said, “At present, Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant Units …

Power utilities in Andhra Pradesh to focus on improving generation capacity, supply at affordable price and reduction of T&D losses
2 years, 5 months ago

Power utilities in Andhra Pradesh to focus on improving generation capacity, supply at affordable price and reduction of T&D losses

The Hindu  

The power utilities in Andhra Pradesh are gearing up to implement a three-pronged strategy—enhancement of power generation capacity, providing quality power at affordable price and reducing transmission and distribution losses. In view of the rising demand for energy, the thermal power plants at the SDSTPK Krishnapatnam Stage-II and Dr. NTTPS at Ibrahimpatnam are major steps towards enhancing power generation in …

Power Grid arm seeks early decision on allocation of power from KKNPP units
2 years, 5 months ago

Power Grid arm seeks early decision on allocation of power from KKNPP units

The Hindu  

Central Transmission Utility of India Ltd, a wholly-owned arm of Power Grid Corporation of India Limited has sought for early decision on the allocation of power to the southern States from the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant Units III and IV, to plan the transmission system accordingly. In case of 100% allocation to Tamil Nadu, CTUIL has to plan the evacuation …

Solar generation in Tamil Nadu hits a new record: Minister Senthilbalaji
2 years, 6 months ago

Solar generation in Tamil Nadu hits a new record: Minister Senthilbalaji

The Hindu  

Minister for Electricity V. Senthilbalaji on Thursday said solar energy generation in Tamil Nadu touched the highest ever level of 3782 MW at 12:30 hours on September 21. In a Twitter post, he said solar energy consumption reached a peak of 28.6 million units. A senior Tangedco official said the last high for solar generation was 3658 MW on September …

Tamil Nadu is power-surplus and exporting, says Senthilbalaji
2 years, 10 months ago

Tamil Nadu is power-surplus and exporting, says Senthilbalaji

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu has become power-surplus, and is exporting power to other States, Minister for Electricity, Prohibition and Excise V. Senthilbalaj said on Sunday. Speaking at a DMK workshop on the Dravidian model here, he said, “The power disruption occurred in Tamil Nadu only for two or three days. Now, Tamil Nadu is power-surplus, and is exporting power to other States.” …

Tamil Nadu: Tangedco to double 'power production' by 2030
2 years, 11 months ago

Tamil Nadu: Tangedco to double 'power production' by 2030

India TV News  

Highlights Tamil Nadu Power Generation and Distribution Company to double up power production by 2030 Tangedco will roll out 'TNEB 2.0' just like Singara Chennai 2.0, said State Electricity Minister Tangedco will upgrade the distribution system for an uninterrupted power supply in the state The Tamil Nadu Power Generation and Distribution Company will double up the power production in the …

Tamil Nadu To Purchase 6000 MW Power To Overcome Summer Electricity Shortage
2 years, 11 months ago

Tamil Nadu To Purchase 6000 MW Power To Overcome Summer Electricity Shortage

ABP News  

Chennai: Tamil Nadu is set to purchase power to the tune of 6000 MW to overcome the shortage in the months of April and May. Sources in Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Company told IANS that an agreement has been made with power suppliers to purchase 3047 MW for the month of April and 3007 MW for the month of …

NTPC: demand new challenge for India’s top power producer
5 years, 9 months ago

NTPC: demand new challenge for India’s top power producer

Live Mint  

While fuel availability is normalizing for NTPC Ltd, a new challenge is emerging: demand. Generation at thermal power plants tracked by the Central Electricity Authority dropped for the second consecutive month in May. Given renewable energy’s must-run status, power distribution companies would have reduced thermal power purchases. The tariff rise at the company may not be huge and the gap …

Tender process in Tamil Nadu Electricity Board transparent'
6 years, 7 months ago

Tender process in Tamil Nadu Electricity Board transparent'

Deccan Chronicle  

NAMAKKAL: The State Electricity minister, Mr. P Thangamani declared near here on Saturday that there is no irregularity in allocating tenders from the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board and according to him tenders have been allocated transparent manner. I am ready to accept responsibility for any irregularities, if any, in tender allocation.” On the power situation in Tamil Nadu, he said, …

More power to the State: 1,200 MW to be added by 2019-20
6 years, 11 months ago

More power to the State: 1,200 MW to be added by 2019-20

The Hindu  

The Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation is executing a number of supercritical thermal power projects in the State with a few plants expected to be commissioned by the financial year 2019-2020. A senior official of the Tangedco said five thermal power projects, all supercritical plants with a combined capacity of 5,700 MW is under progress in locations Ennore SEZ, …

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