Smart Metering
- Smart metering is considered essential for utilities to reduce the cost of power supply and address the ACS-ARR gap and AT&C losses.
- The Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) guidelines mandate the roll-out of smart meters through Public Private Partnership (PPP) on the Total Expenditure (TOTEX) mode to avoid post-implementation issues and provide hand-holding support to DISCOMS.
- Smart metering in TOTEX mode makes the component self-financing, relieving DISCOMS from upfront capital expenditure.
- The implementation involves Advanced Metering Infrastructure Service Providers (AMISP) being responsible for supplying, maintaining, and operating the smart metering infrastructure post-installation.
- The project prioritizes prepaid smart metering for government departments and system meters ....