8Despite space and terrain challenges in one of the northern sites, the tender avoids GIS. 8Why is AIS still preferred, and is cost the only reason? Click on Details for moreDetails
8The bid list reveals a spike in farmer-led entities and new solar entrepreneurs. 8With minimal qualification criteria, has RESCO opened the door too wide or is this the democratization the sector needed? 8Then again, at Rs. 3.04/kWh for 25 years, the tariff looks attractive, until you factor in CT/PT costs, RMS hardware, and grid compliance. 8Is the herd overlooking hidden costs in pursuit of predictable cash flow? Click on Details for moreDetails
8A striking 95 bids in a RESCO-mode solar round reveal rising interest despite zero subsidies and aggressive technical conditions. 8Developers appear drawn to long-term PPAs 8But many may be underestimating capital and compliance costs. Click on Details for moreDetails
8A high-stakes power-sector fabrication contract has sparked rare competition between steel giants and seasoned precision fabricators. 8While big players tout scale and integration, legacy firms highlight agility and niche expertise shedding light on the project’s complexity and the evolving dynamics of EPC contracts in India’s power sector. Click on Details for moreDetails
8In the race for MoEFCC clearance on a key hydropower project in India, a veteran environmental consultant leans on a legacy of past wins, while a nimble challenger bets on speed, lean teams, and faster mobilization. 8Environment Ministry power project scrutiny tightening, who has the real edge in today’s renewable energy India landscape? Click on Details for moreDetails
Coking coal production data for March 2025 presents a complex picture, with notable fluctuations across different subsidiaries. 8As India seeks to bolster its steel industry, understanding these trends is critical for aligning production strategies with national industrial goals. Click on Details for moreDetails
8A recent civil tender tied to a mega power project in India likely within the nuclear power sector has drawn an unexpected surge of bidders, despite stringent G+3 construction and financial criteria. 8What’s attracting so many to this high-bar EPC contract? 8With Indian power sector contractors now under scrutiny, our report breaks down the coming technical evaluation phase, where at least three players may struggle to qualify. 8A key test for India’s civil and power infrastructure bidders. Click on Details for moreDetails
This comprehensive directory is a vital tool for engineers and contractors aiming to foster collaborations and navigate the complexities of India's energy sector. 8Ensure your communications reach the right hands with this essential resource. Click on Details for moreDetails
The Tribunal's recent correction of its judgment highlights its commitment to justice, correcting a clerical error to ensure that MPPMCL fulfills its financial obligations to Orange Bercha Wind 8Power Ltd. within the stipulated timeframe, safeguarding the integrity of judicial processes. Click on Details for moreDetails
To mitigate avian-related disruptions, extensive bird diverter installations will occur on key transmission lines throughout June. 8These enhancements underscore an ongoing commitment to safeguarding both wildlife and power infrastructure in the region. Click on Details for moreDetails
8In a surprising outcome, the contract bypassed sector giants in favour of a lesser-known firm. 8We break down what worked and what might have cost the veterans Click on Details for moreDetails
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission has announced a new date for its hearings, now set for May 19, 2025. 8This change highlights the commission's focus on effective governance and the need for comprehensive evaluation of petitions impacting the electricity sector. Click on Details for moreDetails
In a significant judgment, the Tribunal has absolved NTPC of the responsibility for meter sealing, reinforcing its role as an intermediary trader. 8This sets a critical precedent for trading licensees in the Indian electricity market. 8The Tribunal's decision to modify NTPC's obligations under the PPA highlights the nuanced responsibilities of traders versus operators, potentially affecting future agreements and dispute resolutions. Click on Details for moreDetails
8The latest bid round for a critical handling system shows a significant spread between the top three contenders 8With the L1 quote significantly below the nearest competitor, experts are wondering whether it's scope understanding, vendor leverage, or risk absorption that led to the differential. 8This suggests room for design, cost, or risk assumption variations. 8What’s behind the L1 edge? And can other bidders learn from this Click on Details for moreDetails
A significant appeal highlights the limitations of the Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission's jurisdiction in revisiting historical power tariffs. 8This case underscores the complexities of regulatory powers and legislative changes affecting tariff determinations. Click on Details for moreDetails
The Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission has issued a directive preventing power disconnection for Tata Steel Utilities amid pending PPA approval. 8This decision highlights the Commission's role in maintaining operational continuity while legal proceedings unfold. Click on Details for moreDetails
Acknowledging the hurdles of meeting Renewable Purchase Obligations, the Jharkhand Commission granted an extension to Usha Martin Limited. 8Clearly, a nuanced approach towards balancing regulatory compliance with operational realities is needed. Click on Details for moreDetails
8By allowing only pre-approved ETPs for this contract, the door remains firmly shut for newer players, despite rapid global advances in electrolyser technologies. 8This could delay domestic diversification in green hydrogen tech. 8The exclusion of open competition contradicts the broader Make in India push for technology localization. Experts warn this model may keep India tethered to a narrow innovation pipeline. Click on Details for moreDetails
In a noteworthy development, JSERC has issued a notice to JBVNL to respond to allegations by Priya Stone Mines. 8This move emphasizes the commission's role in maintaining equitable power distribution practices and protecting stakeholder interests. Click on Details for moreDetails
The ongoing case between Eastern Coalfields Ltd and JUSNL highlights the complexities of energy regulation in Jharkhand. 8With a new hearing date set for June 24, 2025, stakeholders are keenly watching how these proceedings might influence future regulatory frameworks and resolutions in the sector. Click on Details for moreDetails
The ambitious 750 MW solar project by Assam Power Distribution Company Limited is encountering delays, potentially affecting the synchronization with the NERGS-I transmission project. 8Explore the complexities of executing large-scale renewable projects in challenging terrains and the steps being taken to mitigate risks. 8Understand the challenges and the potential impact on regional power supply and project timelines. Click on Details for moreDetails
The NERGS-I project saw a 14.45% reduction in initial tariffs through 59 rounds of reverse bidding, yet the final tariff remains significantly above estimates. 8With the NERGS-I tariff notably higher than anticipated, explore how similar projects in the North Eastern region have historically navigated cost challenges Click on Details for moreDetails
Significant powers have been granted to the Statistics Officer, allowing the inspection of business records to verify data accuracy. 8This move underscores the government's commitment to ensuring data integrity and accountability in the coal industry. Click on Details for moreDetails
It is easy to get month-old import data but it is difficult to solicit forthcoming shipment information in India. We go through a laborious process of data collection to get you full import information, including company-wise, quantity-wise, port-wise, vessel-wise cargoes which are coming into India in the next 15-to30 days. Get the daily updates for : 8LNG 8Crude 8Chemicals 8Fertilizers 8Coal and Coke 8LPG 8Ammonia 8All tankers 8Bulk and Dry cargo Click on Reports for more.Details
8IEX remains the only exchange with operational depth across all short-term segments. PXIL hovers on the sidelines. HPX is invisible. 8Platform parity remains a mirage: Policy push yet to reflect in volumes Despite the regulatory push for competition, India’s electricity trade is still centralized on IEX. Others have the licenses but not the markets. 8Power exchanges expose a regulatory blind spot Even as CERC opens premium price corridors, two out of three exchanges fail to leverage the opportunity. India's market liberalization still lacks teeth. Click on Details for moreDetails
8India’s electricity markets were supposed to change. With new products, new price bands, and more exchanges, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission aimed to bring competition, flexibility, and innovation. 8But one year on, data from the country’s three power exchanges reveals a stubborn truth: only one of them is really trading. The rest are still stuck at the starting line. 8So what went wrong and how can that be fixed? 8CERC needs to push diversity and some serious action is needed to break this monopoly Click on Details for moreDetails
8PXIL hits Rs 10,000 too: But with just a trickle of volume PXIL’s DAM and RTM segments also breached the Rs 10,000/MWh mark but actual clearances were just 25–60 MWh per block. Demand existed, but the platform didn’t scale. 8PXIL’s markets are active only on paper Even where bids existed (like GDAM), no matching trades happened. PXIL’s interface seems to attract buyers but sellers are notably absent. 8HPDAM on PXIL was a no-show Not a single trade or bid was recorded in PXIL’s HPDAM report. The platform skipped India’s most volatile and revealing market segment. Click on Details for moreDetails
8IEX proves unbeatable in depth, breadth, and price discovery From DAM to HPDAM, IEX remains India’s only power exchange with consistent multi-market activity and clearing. Its unmatched volumes and Rs 12,935/MWh peak in HPDAM reaffirm its dominance. 8Real-time goldmine: IEX clears 4,000 MW in 15-Minute RTM slots Even in real-time conditions, IEX sees bid depths beyond 30,000 MW and consistently clears high volumes—revealing both system responsiveness and user trust. 8Green market works:But only on IEX IEX’s GDAM shows 100% clearance for solar power at Rs 10,000/MWh, highlighting its critical role in renewable integration. 8Rs 10,000 Isn’t the ceiling : Only IEX crosses it HPDAM results show IEX stretching into premium territory while others don’t even show up. The price-cap bypass works—but only on one platform. Click on Details for more
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8HPX clears nothing in any market: Is the platform functional? Across all four segments: DAM, RTM, GDAM, HPDAM HPX reports are consistently blank. Zero volumes. Zero bids. Zero confidence. 8Demand logged, supply absent: HPX’s DAM shows structural void Even where buyers came forward (like 37.5 MW bids in GDAM), the platform couldn’t match any volumes. A systemic lack of seller onboarding is evident. 8HPX fails Its test in premium power market too India’s new high-value segment, HPDAM, went entirely unused on HPX. Even with open caps and rising prices, the platform attracted zero participation. Click on Details for moreDetails
8Unlike comparable hydropower projects, this tender omits an IE in the supervision clause. 8It could mark a move to internal quality monitoring, which bidders may see as both a risk and an opportunity Click on Details for moreDetails
8Unlike earlier scopes restricted to basic structural tweaks, this tender mandates full-spectrum design from bund re-engineering to C&I integration. 8Consultants eyeing complex civil-mechanical coordination projects will find this scope unusually comprehensive. 8Single bidder for this ash management consultancy 8Find out who is it Click on Details for moreDetails
8For bidders worried about end-to-end risk, the decoupling of the ammonia supply source may signal a cleaner package structure. 8Ammonium nitrate scope bundled with nitric acid for bundled synergies 8What seems like a routine packaging hides a strategic integration advantage bidders with nitrate-nitric tandem expertise may enjoy a clear edge. Click on Details for moreDetails
8A recent coal mine study tender brings fresh focus on overburden dump stability, adding new modeling layers and SOP mandates. 8Our analysis traces what's new and what it could mean for future bidding Click on Details for moreDetails
8There is no phased execution clause vendors are expected to install and commission the PLC system in one continuous run. 8This differs from earlier tenders that allowed staggered upgrades across subsystems, potentially increasing on-site complexity. Click on Details for moreDetails
For reference purposes the website carries here the following tenders: 8Tender for construction of store shed, platform, GI chain link fencing and S and bed for storage of spare materials Details 8Tender for AMC/LMC of UG/OH/ADSS OFC network Details 8Tender for operation and maintenance of transmission lines associated Details 8Tender for supply of 132kV hardware fittings Details 8Tender for manufacturing activities of power transformers Details 8Tender for bi-annual rate contract for (1) shifting/modification work of existing various 66/132/220 Kv class transmission lines Details 8Tender for overhauling work of LPT annual over hauling of turbine Details 8Tender for bulk procurement of RTD Details 8Tender for procurement of ATOS make hydraulic valve Details 8Tender for procurement of 50 hp slurry dewatering pump Details 8Tender for procurement of industrial grade float cum boost charger 24V DC Details 8Tender for annual maintenance contract (mechanical) of boiler, turbine with their auxiliaries Details 8Tender for supply, erection, commissioning of 220 KV SC line Details 8Tender for rate contract for supply of different size conveyor belts Details 8Tender for roof treatment of various Details 8Tender for procurement of control fluid (fyrquel) filter elements Details 8Design, supply, installation and commissioning with three (03) years comprehensive maintenance of dynamic creative illumination Details 8Tender for process piping, structural steel and equipment erection work of ventilation system Details 8Tender for collection and disposal of trash deposited in reservoir/ intake Details 8Tender for re-babbitting of thrust bearings pads Details 8Tender for repair and HP-HVOF coating of francis runner of 115 MW hydro generating unit Details 8Tender for sale of 8 Lac MT dry fly ash Details 8Tender for procurement of liquid chlorine filled in toner along with toner testing and maintenance job Details 8Tender for procurement of guard tubes and miscellaneous items for boiler Details 8Tender for construction of a 33KV network Details 8Tender for laying of 3C X 185 sq mm. XLPE UG cable Details 8Tender for procurement of safety equipment Details 8Tender for procurement of panel fans installed in the control room and turbine Details 8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing, commissioning of 40 KW grid connected roof top solar PV power plant Details 8Design, manufacture, supply, installation testing and commissioning of 8 Nos. solar LED high mast Details 8Design, manufacture, supply, installation testing and commissioning of 20 Nos. solar LED street light Details 8Design, manufacture, supply, installation testing and commissioning of 16 solar LED high mast lighting Details 8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing, commissioning of 100 KW grid connected roof top solar PV power plant Details 8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing, commissioning of 233 KW grid connected roof top solar PV power plant Details 8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing, commissioning of 159 KW grid connected roof top solar PV power plant Details 8Tender for construction of new 33 kV Bay with bus extension on both side and required material Details 8Tender for supply of protection shied and inner carrier assembly etc Details 8Tender for erection activities of 160 MVA 220 132 KV TF with all allied equipments and erection of tower, equipment structures 220 kv S/Stn. Details 8Design, engineering manufacturing, quality control & assurance, transportation, insurance, installation, testing & commissioning of latest technology based numerical relay and various type of electromechanical protection relay Details 8Tender for replacement of 3 X 105 MVA, 400/220/33 kV ICT- I by 3 X 167 MVA, 400/220/33 kV ICT at 400 kV substation Details 8Tender for replacement of existing 0.4 ACSR conductor alongwith hardware by equivalent ACSS type HTLS (Twin) conductor Details 8Tender for reconditioning of crusher (ring granulator) Details 8Tender for raising of chimneys and coping works for towers of 132 KV line Details 8Tender for procurement of 240 HP pumps Details 8Tender for development of distribution infrastructure of 11 kV feeders Details 8Tender for Bi-ARC for the emergency restoration of power of 66KV,132KV & 220KV transmission line Details 8Tender for balance work of erection of 66KV S/C line Details 8Tender for procurement of bolt and nuts of various size Details 8Tender for supply of TC fuse wire 14 swg 16 swg 18 swg 32 swg for use Details 8Tender for supply of spares suitable for low pressure water pumps and bottom ash water pumps Details 8Tender for procurement of 1. M.S bolts and nuts of size Details 8Tender for suppling & laying of main water supply pipe lines & fittings Details 8Tender for round the clock picking, removal of stones, shales, iron pieces and other foreign materials from running coal conveyor belts Details 8Tender for supply of MS bolt and nut Details 8Tender for construction of store room for stage - 1, boiler maintenance Details 8Tender for supply of sewage pumps and MCC panel Details 8Tender for miscellaneous repair works Details 8Tender for providing and laying in situ waterproofing treatment Details 8Tender for erection work of S/C line Details 8Tender for work of dog to panther conversion of 66kV line Details 8Tender for erection dog to panther conversion of S/C 66kV line Details 8Tender for supply of 66kv isolators at switchyard Details 8Tender for work of dog to panther conversion of 66kV line Details 8Tender for work of overhauling and maintenance of 33 KV breakers and CT PT of 33/11 KV sub-stations Details 8Design, supply, installation, commission and maintenance of solar PV system for 5 years as a rooftop Details 8Tender for stub strengthening muff repair and offshoot repair of 132KV line Details 8Tender for supply, installation testing & commissioning of NIFPS at 132 kV substation Details 8Tender for supply, erection and testing commissioning of 110 volt battery set and battery charger at 132 KV substation Details 8Tender for maintenance of 33/11 KV substation Details 8Tender for work of overhauling and earthing of power transformer, breaker, line isolator of 33/11 KV sub-station Details 8Tender for maintenance of 33/11 KV substation Details 8Tender for supply of forged hammer ring for crusher of coal handling plant Details 8Tender for work of supply, erection, testing & commissioning of LSHS & LDO tanks MVWS fire fighting system Details 8Tender for work for routine and preventive/breakdow & maintenance activities Details 8Tender for supply of phosphate dozing pump and its spares Details 8Tender for supply of C&S Make contactors Details 8Tender for work of dismantling/erection and winching of various capacity ICT's/transformers/reactor Unit at various substations Details 8Tender for augmentation of substation by providing additional 1x50MVA, 132/33kV TF at 132kV S/s alongwith bus extension Details 8Tender for augmentation of substation by providing additional 1x50MVA, 132/33kV TF Details 8Tender for augmentation of substation by providing additional 1x50MVA, 132/33kV TF at 132kV S/s Details 8Tender for supporting work for coal rake unloading and various emergency work in coal handling plant Details 8Tender for work of lifting & shifting coal from WT 1&2 manually stacked Details 8Tender for job work of fly ash filling in tanker from ESP hopper Details 8Tender for job work of residual life assessment of boiler Details 8Tender for work of various routine/preventive and breakdown maintenance work Details 8Tender for supply of chain link fencing for transformer Details 8Tender for supply of neutral grounding resistors for various power transformer Details 8Tender for supply of switchgear items for coal handling plant Details 8Tender for supply of fire extinguisher, fire fighting delivery hose pipe, pipe nozzle Details 8Tender for supply of various pipes and fittings Details 8Tender for providing and fixing corrugated G.S. sheet at roof and side of conveyor Details 8Tender for grouting work for water leakage repair in cable gallery Details 8Tender for repair of concrete structures,strengthening of machine foundations and roof water proofing works Details 8Tender for procurement of belt for gravimetric raw coal feeder Details 8Tender for procurement of spares for M/s elevator (OEM) installed Details 8Tender for procurement for temperature elements (RTD, thermocouple) installed Details 8Tender for drawing 2.9 km 11kV OH line using covered conductor Details 8Tender for procurement of 11 KV 30 KN strain disc hardware for rabbit ACSR 7 3.35 mm and weasel ACSR 7 2.59mm conductors Details 8Tender for laying of 33 KV 3Cx400 sq.mm. XLPE UG cable Details 8Tender for manufacture, testing, supply and delivery of 3 Ph , 4 wire 132kv CT/PT operated and (33KV and 11 KV) and LT CT operated export-import energy meter Details 8Tender for overhauling/servicing of different equipments Details 8Tender for biennial contract for stage I both units 2x300MW of boiler and coal mill Details 8Tender for service contract for replacement of condenser tubes in any one unit Details 8Tender for biennial civil maintenance and DI/CI/GI transmission and distribution water pipe line maintenance work Details 8Tender for evacuation of settled ash, silt etc. Details 8Tender for supply & erection of 11KV 3 phase line using 95 mm^2 XLPE cable Details 8Tender for contract for supply of materials, repair/ restoration, testing and commissioning of WTGs of SJVN 47.60 MW (56 x850 kW) wind power station Details 8Tender for construction of RCC gate structure Details 8Design, engineering, procurement & construction (EPC) contract for development of 110 MW AC floating Details 8Tender for work of supply, erection, testing and commissioning of bi-directional FOTE panels alongwith allied works and material at 400/220 kV and 220 kV sub-stations Details 8Tender for work of annual maintenance contract (AMC) of overhauling / maintenance work of CTR makes of on load tap changers (OLTCs) at various EHV substations Details 8Tender for supply and laying of 33kV XLPE FRLS 1Cx400sqmm Al Ar power cable for 400/220kV 600MVA ICT Details You can also click on Tenders for more For reference purposes the website carries here the following newsclips: 8Indias Electric Vehicle Revolution Faster Growth Greener Future Charging Ahead Details 8Sterling Tools to manufacture market rare earth magnet-free traction motors for electric vehicles Details 8VFlowTech raises USD 20.5 million Details 8Solar stock in focus after securing ?65 Cr solar EPC order from Synergy Wave System Details 8Adani Green switches on 50 MW solar at Khavda Details 8GreenCell Mobility gets govt's letter of award for 472 e-Buses in MP Details 8GE Vernova shares up 5% on ?140 crore capex plans to expand footprint Details 8KK Wind inaugurates Indian factory Details 8Reforming the Backbone: Two decades of transmission lessons that power India’s energy future Details 8Tata Motors, Tata Power sign PPA for 131MW wind-solar hybrid project Details 8RIL Seeks RPO relief from gujarat regulator amid REC shortage And COVID impact Details 8Aiming for net zero carbon by promoting renewables Details 8NLC India Renewables to supply 810 MW solar power to Rajasthan RVUNL Details 8Roofsol energy completes 29+ MWp solar EPC installations In 12 Indian states, boosting green transition Details 8India should aim from 50 pc renewable energy by 2030: Goyal Details 8Indigenisation Push: Local battery and electrolyser manufacturing gains momentum Details 8Sterlite power leads India’s clean energy shift with smart Transmission solutions Details 8Coal imports in April-February fall 9.2% on higher domestic output Details 8Arunachal cabinet meets near India-China border, approves mega power projects Details 8Dr Manoj Kumar Jhawar takes over as full-time CMD of PTC India Ltd Details 8Power Grid security: India focuses on iyber, Infrastructure amid tensions Details 8Indian power firms expected to remain resilient amid cooling demand, says Fitch Details You can also click on Newsclips for moreDetails
8The language and system-level interventions outlined in the latest tender for this 210 MW hydroelectric project indicate a scope well beyond traditional life extension. 8Rather than a standard refurbishment, the bid suggests a phased rebuild, blurring the line between retrofit and partial redevelopment. 8This shift has major implications for EPC contractors, hydropower consultants, and equipment suppliers in the Indian power sector. Click on Details for moreDetails
8The P2 package of the Lower Arun hydropower project has now undergone nine corrigenda and six bid extensions, a clear indicator that the tender specifications were not fully prepared at the time of release. 8For contractors in Indian hydro EPC projects, this delay signals shifting inputs and rising uncertainty. 8Is this a classic case of premature tendering to meet internal targets? 8We break down the real causes behind the delay and what it means for the Indian power sector and hydropower EPC pipeline. Click on Details for moreDetails
8No revenue-sharing model? Direct monetization route chosen instead 8Unlike some past dry fly ash contracts where state utilities leaned on annuity or revenue-share formats, this one bypasses such structures. 8The shift could redefine bidder risk-reward strategy. Click on Details for moreDetails
8The latest tender reveals a more contractor-friendly clause allowing longer operational latitude in handling dry fly ash, a shift from the rigid timelines seen in older bids. 8What does this mean for equipment provisioning and capex planning? 8Also, a close look at the scope reveals tougher compliance clauses linked to dry ash extraction rates and dispatch records, something that was more relaxed in previous tenders. Click on Details for moreDetails
8Adit-to-HRT staging reveals a deliberate effort to delay heavy rock support and lining work. 8For tunneling contractors and NATM experts, this could signal a cash-flow design logic not seen in recent tenders. Click on Details for moreDetails
8Day-Ahead Market clears only 5.4 GW despite bids above 6 GWVolumes spike in the 23rd and 24th hour with MCP hitting Rs 16,000/MWh underscoring late-evening scarcity Click on Details for moreeDetails
8GDAM witnessed sell-side oversupply through noon-to-evening hours. But lack of matched demand leads to underutilization—raising fresh questions on RE scheduling. Click on Details for moreDetails
8Traders frontload demand in 21st to 24th time blocks. Across all 15-minute slices, MCP jumps over 13,000/MWh as the sun sets and renewable taper off. Click on Details for moreDetails
8The real-time market is now a go-to for last-mile procurement, but demand is so spiky that MCP predictability has plummeted—posing risks for state utilities. Click on Details for moreDetails
8Over 60% of total purchase in all IEX markets occurred between 21st and 24th hour, showing poor load forecasting or strategic hedging delays by discoms.. Click on Details for moreDetails
8Units like Gadarwara, Mauda, and Unchahar were scheduled across 30+ blocks despite newer plants quoting lower ECRs. NLDC’s SCUC preferences point to a new dispatch band forming around Rs 3.3/kWh. Click on Details for moreDetails
8Several coal and gas units with valid SCUC approval were not dispatched, yet PSPs show no declared outages. Experts say a quiet 'economic backdown' regime is evolving under the guise of grid optimization. Click on Details for moreDetails
8On May 12, India logged 57.7 GW in combined VRE output. But the REMC data shows multiple post-sunset dips, indicating that system absorption limits not resource availability are curtailing green power. Click on Details for moreDetails