Daily News Wrap-Up: KERC Stays Grid Support Charges on Captive Power Projects
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The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission stayed the imposition of grid support charges on captive power projects, including rooftop solar projects, that comply with Section 9 of the Electricity Act, 2003, and the Electricity Rules, 2005. The order comes after stakeholders submitted multiple representations, arguing that grid support charges imposed by electricity supply companies are inconsistent with the Electricity Act 2003 and may discourage captive power generation investments.