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OVERCOMING THE TRANSMISSION CHALLENGES WITH TECHNOLOGY

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power sector Climate change is a clear and present danger that is dominating global political and economic discourse. For the energy sector, this conversation increasingly assumes significance with the conscious shift to renewables. Also, energy storage is poised to disrupt global consumption patterns. As a result, variability is set to increase with the changing generation mix and mainstreaming of distributed generation. An aspirational India has states contending with rapid and unplanned urban evolution and burgeoning population leading to exponential demand for power.Space comes at a premium due to limited availability of uninhabited land and RoW issues. Setting up greenfield transmission infrastructure projects isn’t always a viable option as it is capital intensive and usually takes much longer to establish. We are in the midstof an unprecedented energy transition and technology will play an increasingly pivotal role in leading this change. At Sterlite Power we pride
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Hits and Misses in Power Sector: A Throwback to the Last Decade

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With an unparalleled amplification in the wind and solar capacity in the last few years, today India stands at the forefront of RE (renewable) power development. Moreover, as of 2018, we stand third when it comes to global electricity production. From generation, to addition in the country’s overall transmission capacity and reforms in distribution, the last decade has been very eventful. If we have a closer look at the comprehensive performance of Indian power sector, it won’t be inaccurate to call this a decade of mixed-bags. With each one of us already stepping aboard on a journey of a new decade, let’s have a look at some of the hits and misses for the Indian Power Sector . power sector The Hits: 1.   The success of UDAY: Launched in 2015 by the Government of India, the Ujjwal DISCOM Assurance Yojna (UDAY) was announced to resolve the prime challenges in power distribution. The aim was to lessen the financial burden on state DISCOMs in a 2-step phased manner (over
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Helicrane – a Boon to the Transmission Industry

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Unlike a traditional coal-powered power plant, it takes 12 to 18 months to complete a wind or solar power plant. However, the construction speed of transmission lines still hasn’t improved. At present, it takes nearly 3-4 years to complete its construction. This is a matter of great concern. No matter how many renewable energy (RE) plants we build, the industry will be unable to energize these clean energy plants due to lack of proper evacuation infrastructure. With the world inclining towards clean energy, overcoming the time constraint in transmission sector is vital. Leveraging aerial technology for handling some of the cumbersome tasks associated with construction of transmission projects is a way forward. Today we will focus on one such technological breakthrough – the helicrane ; and how it can prove to be a boon for the transmission industry. helicrane A sustainable infrastructure development with helicranes Used for the first time as aerial cranes back in t
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Spotting the Barriers in Renewable Transmission

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With the installed renewable energy capacity of 83,000 MW and 66,000 MW under execution and bidding respectively, India’s renewable energy precis looks promising. In addition, a recent report by Central Electricity Authority (CEA) states that India’s total installed power capacity is projected to be around 480 GW by the end of 2021-22. The country’s transmission infrastructure for the evacuation of clean power, however, is still in a fragile state. Even though the central government’s green energy corridor (GEC) initiative is being established, there are certain hurdles that need to be crossed for a reliable renewable transmission system in the country. renewable transmission Challenges in setting up evacuation infrastructure: As compared to setting up a solar or a wind project, which takes almost 12-18 months, establishing a transmission infrastructure can take as much as five-six years. One of the biggest challenges is to ensure that before the completion of renewa
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Top Trends to Watch Out for Power Transmission in 2020

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The power transmission sector of India has witnesses unprecedented growth in the span of the last five years. At present, the country’s transformer capacity and line length are growing annually at an average growth rate of 9.6% and 6.5% respectively. Moreover, the various policies and schemes launched by the Government of India have improved our operational and financial performances in the past few years. With the recent announcement of Rs 102 lakh crores national infra pipeline and the national aim of becoming a $5 trillion economy by 2025, the coming few years are going to be eventful.  According to a recent industry report by Freedonia Group, India is going to witness a rise in the demand for electric power transmission and distribution equipment – a demand rise of 8.2% per annum to ~$15.8 billion in 2023. Here’s a sneak-peak into some of the trends that are going to shape up the coming years. energy storage Marching towards robust energy storage: With the looming t
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New Age Power Sector syatems for 21st Century India – Challenges, Solutions and Opportunities

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Power Transmission is a stage, absence of which can on a very basic level point of confinement the improvement of a nation. From upgrading expectations for everyday comforts to taking out neediness, improving wellbeing, expanding efficiency and economy, power unfetters life. In India, the power sector and conveyance arrange navigates through the length and expansiveness of the nation to connect each family unit, modern offices, a large group of fundamental enhancements like schools, clinics and so forth., and the huge breadth of agrarian terrains. The most recent decade saw the power in India endeavoring to come to the most remote of India’s families in the remotest of towns. With relentless national endeavors, the nation is at the edge of 100per penny zap of families. In any case, the bigger objective of the Government of moderate, secure, '24x7 Power All ' remaining parts not too far off. Power is essential for the work of our different, youthful and ambitious popula
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MAKE POWER SUPPLY A FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT

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Absence of solid power supply is probably the greatest obstacle for financial improvement of the country Envision an existence without power. The world grinds to a halt as the sun goes down. No motor to fire transportation. No TV. No web. No cell phone. Wellbeing administrations are influenced. And afterward there is our basic dread of murkiness. That is the truth that in excess of a fourth of India's populace has extensive with. In any case, light may bit by bit enter their dim, terrible reality. power supply On April 28, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reported that each and every town in India is currently zapped and considered it a noteworthy day in India's improvement venture. Going past the governmental issues of jolt, allows first recognize this is a colossal achievement. The World Bank in its most recent 'Vitality Progress report' says India is accomplishing more than some other nation in giving power to individuals. Somewhere in the range of 201
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