Coal news and updates

Andhra Pradesh issues new regulations for BESS

The Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission has taken an important step toward modernizing the state’s power sector with the introduction of new regulations for the use of Battery Energy Storage Systems.

The rules, published on September 11, 2025, are designed to create a flexible and stable electricity grid while supporting the goals of the Andhra Pradesh Integrated Clean Energy Policy, 2024. This policy aims to expand renewable energy capacity, and the new framework for battery storage is a direct response to both state and national-level initiatives for energy storage.

The regulations provide a clear structure for the ownership, deployment, and operation of battery storage systems across the power sector. Their main objective is to allow storage systems to be used as part of generation, transmission, and distribution networks, while also making it easier for them to take part in energy markets.

By enabling these systems to serve multiple purposes, the state expects to support renewable energy integration, stabilize grid frequency and voltage, and build a market for ancillary services. These services, which include backup support and system balancing, are increasingly critical in a power sector where renewable sources like solar and wind are becoming dominant.