- CSERC’s new order guarantees fair compensation for prosumers’ surplus solar energy under the revised ToD tariff.
- The ruling requires settling excess generation during solar hours against the next lower tariff block to prevent losses.
The Chhattisgarh State Electricity Regulatory Commission (CSERC) has resolved a long-standing dispute regarding prosumers’ solar energy settlement under the revised Time-of-Day (ToD) tariff. The Chhattisgarh Renewable Energy Prosumers Association petitioned CSERC, requesting that surplus solar energy generated during solar hours be adjusted against the next lower tariff block to ensure fair payment.
The dispute began when the 2024–25 ToD tariff introduced lower rates during peak solar generation hours. CSPDCL, the state power distribution company, valued the excess energy at zero. This caused financial losses for many prosumers, especially small and medium-scale producers. As a result, the Prosumers Association challenged CSPDCL’s interpretation and asked CSERC to enforce a fair adjustment mechanism.
CSERC rejected CSPDCL’s approach. The Commission directed the company to retroactively recalculate and settle all pending excess generation bills from June 2024. It emphasised that the revised tariff should not penalise renewable energy producers. Additionally, CSERC confirmed that prosumers must receive proper settlement for all surplus solar energy.
The ruling highlights the growing importance of prosumers in Chhattisgarh’s renewable energy ecosystem. By ensuring fair settlement, CSERC restores transparency in billing and strengthens trust in the state’s solar energy market. Moreover, the decision encourages more involvement in clean, decentralised power generation. It protects small and medium solar producers, incentivises further investment in solar infrastructure, and supports the state’s transition toward sustainable energy and green growth.
Ultimately, CSERC’s order allows prosumers to contribute confidently to Chhattisgarh’s renewable energy goals without facing unfair financial penalties. It fosters a more equitable, efficient, and resilient clean energy system across the state.