Energy demand in Andhra Pradesh poised to cross 250 MU per day
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Energy demand in Andhra Pradesh poised to cross 250 MU per day

The Hindu  

The power utilities in Andhra Pradesh are geared up to meet the imminent surge in energy demand which is expected to cross 250 Million Units per day in the coming weeks. The demand met so far in the month until April 26 stood at 6,345 MU, with a maximum of 253 MU on April 19, according to official sources. Of the total power demand met in April, 45.70% has been contributed by AP-Genco. The required coal stocks are being maintained at the thermal plants by the AP-Genco and steps were taken to avoid forced shutdowns, lest the power plants become unavailable at this crucial time.

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TGSPDCL gearing up to meet growing demand: CMD
1 month, 2 weeks ago

TGSPDCL gearing up to meet growing demand: CMD

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad:The power demand in Greater Hyderabad limits is consistently growing in the summer months. As against 3,756 megawatts of peak power demand in the previous year, the power demand had increased by 16 per cent to 4,352 megawatts in the last summer. As against 81.39 million units of power consumption in the previous year, the power consumption also increased by …

TGSPDCL Sees All-Time High Power Demand
3 months ago

TGSPDCL Sees All-Time High Power Demand

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad:The Telangana Southern Power Distribution Company Limited witnessed an all-time high power demand of 9,910 MW at 10.35 am on Friday. The heavy rain, increased water availability and quality power supply have led to a surge in agricultural demand this season, the discom stated. TGSPDCL chairman and managing director Musharraf Ali Faruqui, stated that the demand may exceed 10,000 MW …

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

CM Naidu Seeks to Attract Green Investments at Global Meet
3 months, 1 week ago

CM Naidu Seeks to Attract Green Investments at Global Meet

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu will highlight Andhra Pradesh's green energy commitments at the 4th Global Renewable Energy Investor’s Meet, which is to be conducted by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy from September 16 to 18 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The Chief Minister is optimistic about attracting significant investments in the green power sector, leveraging the state's substantial …

AP Genco to rise power generation to 2 MU/day at Sagar Power House
4 months, 2 weeks ago

AP Genco to rise power generation to 2 MU/day at Sagar Power House

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: AP Genco would enhance hydroelectric power generation upto two million units per day from Nagarjuna Sagar Right Power House. Subsequently, with good inflows into the Nagarjuna Sagar dam and release of water into the right canal, Genco enhanced power supply gradually. Nagarjuna Sagar right power house executive engineer YSRK Prasad said, “We are increasing the power generation gradually and …

AP to strive for power cut-free state, says Minister Gottipati
4 months, 3 weeks ago

AP to strive for power cut-free state, says Minister Gottipati

Deccan Chronicle  

He said on Thursday that the Srisailam project has the capacity to boost power generation due to high flow of floodwater into the reservoir.The minister, along with chief minister Chandrababu Naidu, participated in the Jala Harati programme at Srisailam on Thursday. Later, he visited the right bank hydel power project and held a review meeting with GENCO officials.During the meeting, …

State’s power consumption increased over 7% in April-June 2024
5 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 …

U.P. power demand soars beyond projection amid sizzling May heat
6 months, 3 weeks ago

U.P. power demand soars beyond projection amid sizzling May heat

Hindustan Times  

With sizzling temperatures prevailing across several states, the demand for electricity is setting new records in Uttar Pradesh in May, even as the maximum peak demand is expected in August-September. UP power demand hits record high amid devastating heat On Tuesday, the power demand reached 29,261 MW, surpassing the previous record of 29,147 MW set on May 24. Last year’s …

Andhra Pradesh’s energy demand falls considerably as the sizzling summer fizzles out
7 months ago

Andhra Pradesh’s energy demand falls considerably as the sizzling summer fizzles out

The Hindu  

Energy demand in the State fell to about 210.36 Million Units on Saturday, May 18, from the seasonal high of 259.20 MU recorded on May 4 as the blistering summer heat gave way to repeated spells of rain in recent weeks and the southwest monsoon is poised to hit south peninsular India by the month-end. A substantial chunk of the …

APCPDL to Ensure Power Supply in Krishna District
7 months, 4 weeks ago

APCPDL to Ensure Power Supply in Krishna District

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Executive engineer and nodal officer of Machilipatnam in Krishna district M. Bhaskara Rao said Andhra Pradesh Central Power Distribution Company Limited has formulated a comprehensive action plan to ensure reliable power supply to consumers in Krishna district during the summer of 2024. New 33kV and 11kV feeders, along with distribution transformers, have been strategically installed for the purpose, he …

Karnataka facing a power shortfall of 300 to 500 MW during peak hours, but situation largely stable, says Energy Dept. data
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka facing a power shortfall of 300 to 500 MW during peak hours, but situation largely stable, says Energy Dept. data

The Hindu  

As Karnataka enters the summer months, there is an electricity deficit of 300 to 500 MW ) during peak hours in some blocks, according to data provided by the Energy Department. This year, a peak demand of 17,220 MW was recorded in the State on March 12 and the highest energy consumption of 329.53 MU was recorded on March 22. …

Peak demand in UP is anticipated to reach 31,585 MW
9 months, 1 week ago

Peak demand in UP is anticipated to reach 31,585 MW

Hindustan Times  

LUCKNOW: The annual peak demand in Uttar Pradesh is projected to reach 31,917 MW, making it the second-highest in the country after Maharashtra, which is expected to experience a peak demand of 32,640 MW in 2024-25, as per a recent report released by the Central Electricity Authority. According to the report - ‘Anticipated Energy Requirement and Peak Demand for 2023-25- …

Electricity consumption soars in State, peak demand at all-time high of 5,031 MW
9 months, 1 week ago

Electricity consumption soars in State, peak demand at all-time high of 5,031 MW

The Hindu  

The State’s power sector could be in for a tough time this summer, given the way electricity consumption is soaring. Even before the 2024 summer has reached its peak, the Kerala State Electricity Board has logged a peak demand of 5,031 megawatts, an all-time high for the State, on Monday. The daily electricity consumption on Monday stood at 100.16 million …

Two AP Power Utilities Bag National Awards
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Two AP Power Utilities Bag National Awards

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada:Two power utilities of Andhra Pradesh – Andhra Pradesh State Load Despatch Centre and New & Renewable Energy Development Corporation of Andhra Pradesh – have each bagged prestigious national awards, special chief secretary K. Vijayanand has said. APSLDC has won the SKOCH Semi Finalist Order of Merit Award for developing an Intra State Open Access Settlement application and NREDCAP won …

AP Attracts Rs 9.57L Crore Investments in Energy Sector in 2023
11 months, 3 weeks ago

AP Attracts Rs 9.57L Crore Investments in Energy Sector in 2023

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Developmental Progress of Andhra Pradesh Power Sector touched peak in 2023 as state has attracted investments in energy sector worth Rs 9.57 lakh crore during the AP Global Investor Summit 2023 held in Visakhapatnam and among the MoUs signed, investment proposals worth Rs 52,015 crore were already grounded. He explained that in investments in the green energy sector, AP …

AP-Genco commissions new 800 MW thermal unit
1 year ago

AP-Genco commissions new 800 MW thermal unit

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh Power Generation Corporation successfully commissioned its new supercritical 800 MW unit at the Dr. Narla Tata Rao Thermal Power Station in Ibrahimpatnam of Vijayawada on Wednesday. Speaking on the occasion, energy minister Peddireddi Ramachandra Reddy said commissioning of the unit will bolster the state’s capacity to provide reliable and affordable electricity to every consumer in the state. …

Andhra Pradesh power utilities decide against increasing tariffs despite a revenue gap of ₹13,879 crore
1 year ago

Andhra Pradesh power utilities decide against increasing tariffs despite a revenue gap of ₹13,879 crore

The Hindu  

The AP-Transco and distribution companies have pegged their total Aggregate Revenue Requirement for the FY 2024-25 at approximately ₹56,576 crore and the revenue gap at current tariffs at ₹13,879 crore, which is higher than the previous year’s ₹11,800 crore. The power purchase cost is estimated to be ₹39,017 crore, and the transmission and load dispatch cost ₹5,723 crore, while the …

Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan lays stone for solar projects, power substations worth ₹6,600 crore
1 year ago

Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan lays stone for solar projects, power substations worth ₹6,600 crore

The Hindu  

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. He also laid the foundation stone for a 750 MW solar power project in Kadapa and a 100 MW solar power project in Anantapur, all worth ₹6,600 crore. The new substations will also help address the issues pertaining to power supply,” said Mr. Jagan Mohan Reddy. Mr. Jagan Mohan Reddy inaugurated 12 sub-stations built with …

Andhra Pradesh Met the Highest Power Demand of More Than 262 MU During Summer
1 year, 2 months ago

Andhra Pradesh Met the Highest Power Demand of More Than 262 MU During Summer

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: The Andhra Pradesh government has embarked on an ambitious journey to bolster the power supply to industries and ensure sustainability in the power sector. Special chief secretary to the energy department, K Vijayanand, said AP is proactively enhancing industrial power supply to accommodate rising industrial activities. He said that in collaboration with EESL, the energy department is keen on …

AP-Transco blames provisions in Reorganisation Act for power crisis in Andhra Pradesh
1 year, 3 months ago

AP-Transco blames provisions in Reorganisation Act for power crisis in Andhra Pradesh

The Hindu  

But for the provisions in the A.P. State Reorganisation Act, 2014, Andhra Pradesh would have been a power surplus State, said the Transmission Corporation of Andhra Pradesh Limited on September 8. In an apparent bid to counter the outrage of the people and opposition parties over the power tariff hikes and power generation issues, the AP-Transco, in a release, asserted …

Power consumption spikes amid dry spell in Telangana
1 year, 3 months ago

Power consumption spikes amid dry spell in Telangana

Hindustan Times  

The prolonged dry spell in Telangana throughout the month of August this year has resulted in a sharp increase in power consumption, forcing the state power distribution companies to go in for purchase of power in a big way to meet the demand, officials familiar with the matter said. In fact, it was only 6,904 MW on July 27, when …

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister lays foundation for three renewable energy projects with a total capacity of 5,314MW
1 year, 4 months ago

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister lays foundation for three renewable energy projects with a total capacity of 5,314MW

The Hindu  

August 23, 2023 05:02 pm | Updated 05:02 pm IST - VIJAYAWADA Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy on Wednesday virtually laid the foundations for three Renewable Energy projects with a total capacity of 5,314 Megawatts. Besides, a 50:50 joint venture agreement was signed on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh Power Generation Corporation and the National Hydropower Corporation …

AP meets highest 263 MUs energy demand
1 year, 6 months ago

AP meets highest 263 MUs energy demand

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: Chief secretary Dr. K.S. Jawahar Reddy said AP’s power utilities have met the energy demand of 263 million units in the state on June 17, 2023, which is the highest energy demand so far. Dr. Jawahar Reddy said the Energy Efficiency Services Limited, a joint venture of public sector undertakings under the Ministry of Power, is keen on supporting …

India's power consumption grows marginally in May 2023 | Read details here
1 year, 6 months ago

India's power consumption grows marginally in May 2023 | Read details here

India TV News  

Power consumption in India: Power consumption rose marginally by 1.04 per cent to 136.56 billion units in May this year as widespread rains have kept summer temperature under check so far and people used fewer cooling appliances compared to last year. In the year-ago period, power consumption stood at 135.15 billion units, higher than 108.80 BU in May 2021, according …

Energy consumption of Andhra Pradesh increased to 65,830 Million Units in 2022-23 financial year
1 year, 6 months ago

Energy consumption of Andhra Pradesh increased to 65,830 Million Units in 2022-23 financial year

The Hindu  

The annual energy consumption of Andhra Pradesh has increased to around 65,830 Million Units in 2022-23 financial year when compared to 50,077 MUs in 2017-18 fiscal, an official release has said, adding that the power utilities in the State have met the all-time high energy demand of 251 MUs per day recently. To meet the future energy demand, the government …

AP generates 251 MUs of power on Thursday, highest ever
1 year, 7 months ago

AP generates 251 MUs of power on Thursday, highest ever

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: Power utilities of Andhra Pradesh have successfully met the highest-ever energy demand of 251 million units in the state on May 18, 2023, by generating 12,653 MW. Stating this on Friday, energy minister Peddireddi Ramachandra Reddy explained that the average day demand in May 2020 had been 180.69 MUs as against 210.20 MUs on May 17, 2023. For instance, …

Andhra Pradesh power utilities meet highest energy demand of 251 MU on May 18
1 year, 7 months ago

Andhra Pradesh power utilities meet highest energy demand of 251 MU on May 18

The Hindu  

Andhra Pradesh power utilities have met the highest energy demand of 251 Million Units on May 18. Average day demand in May, 2020 was 180.69 MU as against 210.20 MU recorded as on May 17, 2023, officials told Energy Minister Peddireddy Ramachandra Reddy in a virtual review meeting on May 19. Around 1.20 lakh agricultural connections have been sanctioned in …

High energy demand trips 6 thermal units; restored within 4 hours
1 year, 7 months ago

High energy demand trips 6 thermal units; restored within 4 hours

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: Rising temperatures in Andhra Pradesh have led to increased demand for energy, which peaked to 247 million units on May 16, the highest in past eight years. Chakradhar Babu explained that teams of AP TRANSCO and AP GENCO under guidance of special chief secretary K. Vijayanand inspected VTPS plant till 2:30 a.m. Power teams handled the event well. The …

As T.N. reels under rising temperatures, power demand, daily consumption hit all-time high
1 year, 8 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 …

Power utilities ready to meet 17000 MW peak demand: Prabhakar Rao
1 year, 8 months ago

Power utilities ready to meet 17000 MW peak demand: Prabhakar Rao

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: Telangana Transco and Genco chairman and managing director D. Prabhakar Rao said that the state’s contracted power capacity of 18,528MW was more than the double of when Telangana state was formed, 7,778MW. He said all four units of Bhadradri Thermal Power Station were commissioned and the works at 5x800MW Yadadri thermal power station have been expedited and would be …

Tamil Nadu’s power demand crosses 18,000 MW for the first time
1 year, 9 months 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 …

AP to implement ₹11,000 crore RDSS to improve power supply
1 year, 10 months ago

AP to implement ₹11,000 crore RDSS to improve power supply

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Andhra Pradesh will seek the support of Union government in implementing the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme with an investment of around ₹11,000 crore for providing world-class services to electricity consumers in AP. As part of it, Sri Damodara Sanjeevaiah Thermal Power Station Unit III of 800 MW will become operational next month. Another 800 MW will be available by …

Andhra Pradesh to launch revamped power distribution sector scheme with an investment of ₹11,000 crore
1 year, 10 months ago

Andhra Pradesh to launch revamped power distribution sector scheme with an investment of ₹11,000 crore

The Hindu  

Special Chief Secretary K. Vijayanand has said that the government will soon implement a revamped power distribution sector scheme with an investment of around ₹11,000 crore, 60% of which can be a Central grant, for rendering better services to the consumers. Augmentation initiatives He said the government took special measures for increasing the power generation capacity in order to ensure …

Annual energy consumption in Andhra Pradesh likely to touch 64,523 MUs in 10 years, says Energy Minister
1 year, 11 months ago

Annual energy consumption in Andhra Pradesh likely to touch 64,523 MUs in 10 years, says Energy Minister

The Hindu  

The annual energy consumption in Andhra Pradesh is expected to rise to 64,523 Million Units in the next 10 years from the present 60,945 MUs and and the average is likely to increase from 220 MUs per day to 250 MUs per day, Minister for Energy Peddireddi Ramachandra Reddy has said. The Minister, in a press note released on the …

Power utilities in Andhra Pradesh to focus on improving generation capacity, supply at affordable price and reduction of T&D losses
2 years, 1 month 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 …

AP received ₹24,956 crore new investments in 2.5 years: Peddireddi
2 years, 3 months ago

AP received ₹24,956 crore new investments in 2.5 years: Peddireddi

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Energy minister Peddireddi Ramachandra Reddy on Sunday disclosed that Andhra Pradesh received total ₹24,956 crore new investments in past two-and-a-half years involving 129 mega units. Holding a virtual conference with officials of energy department, he said the state government is focusing on 24 X 7 power supply to industries as part of its endeavour to attract new investments and …

Per-capita power consumption in Telangana up by 69% in 8 years
2 years, 4 months ago

Per-capita power consumption in Telangana up by 69% in 8 years

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: The per-capita power consumption of Telangana, which is an index of development of a state, has increased to 2021 units per annum from 1196 units in 2014. The present Per Capita Consumption of Telangana is 73 per cent more than National Per Capita Consumption of 1161 Units, D. Prabhakar Rao, CMD of TSGENCO and TSTRANSCO said. Under the leadership …

From J&K to Andhra, Heatwave & Coal Shortage Trigger Blackouts in India
2 years, 7 months ago

From J&K to Andhra, Heatwave & Coal Shortage Trigger Blackouts in India

News 18  

States across India are struggling to manage a record demand for electricity from power plants due to severe heatwave and acute coal shortages. According to the data made available by the state power department, at present, electricity is being supplied in rural areas on an average of 15 hours 7 minutes against the scheduled 18 hours. Last week, the state …

AP sees scope to save 1,700 MU of power worth Rs 1,000 crore per annum
3 years ago

AP sees scope to save 1,700 MU of power worth Rs 1,000 crore per annum

Deccan Chronicle  

VIJAYAWADA: Andhra Pradesh has tremendous scope to save at least 1,700 million units of energy worth around Rs 1,000 crore per annum against the total estimated scope of 17085 MU — out of the total energy demand of 66530 MU as estimated by discoms for FY2022-23 — by implementing energy efficiency steps. The state has implemented PAT scheme in 30 …

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