Modernization of Distribution Utilities
July 20, 2023
The U.S. Agency for International Development’s India Mission (USAID/India) and Power Finance Corporation (PFC) pursue the common objectives of accelerating utility modernization, improving the financial and operational performance of the state utilities, and encouraging the adoption of new technology solutions.
July 20, 2023
The recently launched Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) by the Government of India (GoI) supports implementation of pre-paid smart meters and system metering, which is key to strengthening power distribution companies (Discoms), both operationally and financially.
June 29, 2022
This study examines the scope for optimization in the operation of the existing supply side resources of Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL), India.
June 22, 2022
The Demand Forecasting, Resource Mapping and Power Procurement Optimization Factsheet highlights the overview of demand forecasting, resource mapping, and power procurement optimization under strategic energy planning for distribution companies (DISCOMs).
June 22, 2022
The user manual provides step-by-step guidance on how to perform end to end demand forecasting, integrated resource mapping and power procurement optimization using the modules in the software.
June 22, 2022
The objective of the guidebook is to help utility professionals understand the importance of resource planning and how to formulate resource plans using the DISCOM REPSOE software tool.
June 16, 2022
This report highlights the prospects for Sustainable Energy Infrastructure Development and Role of Cross Border Energy Trade in South Asia and various associated challenges, opportunities and the way forward.
June 12, 2022
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in collaboration with the Power Finance Corporation (PFC)
May 29, 2022
This report reveals the notable gaps that exist in the current regulatory framework for resource planning derived from an extensive primary and secondary research conducted for 12 states in India.
May 26, 2022
This Model Standard Bidding Document (SBD) has been prepared for the selection and appointment of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (“AMI”) .
May 16, 2022
As the COVID pandemic is unprecedented in terms of scale and impact, it's important for DISCOMs to be more agile, digitally enabled, customer responsive and financially sustainable. This report provides a conceptual framework for building resilience in DISCOM operations.
May 16, 2022
This report identifies the key customer utility touchpoints, analyzes the existing DISCOM processes across each touchpoint and suggests measures to enhance the customer experience.
May 16, 2022
The paper assesses the potential impact on sector elements & provides overview of global responses by governments and powerutilities.
May 16, 2022
This report talks about the success story of the successful 9 PM, 9 minute event and highlights the high resilience of the Indian Grid, as well as the unique level of cooperation amongst the BBIN countries towards operation of the regional grid.
May 14, 2022
The Indian power system is going through a period of transformation with plans for renewable energy to be integrated at a large scale over the next decade.This paper focuses on complexities of ramping and the challenges with high shares of renewables in the Indian context.