From the date of publication in the Tamil Nadu Government gazette.

Year

Minimum quantum of purchase (in %)

Solar

Non-solar

Total

2015-16

0.50

9.00

9.50

2016-17

2.50

9.00

11.50

2017-18

5.00

9.00

14.00

• Purchase of renewable energy already being made shall be considered towards fulfilment of RPO.
• Power purchase agreement already entered into shall continue to be in force till its present validity.
• Compliance (FY 2015-16) - 81.70%

Distribution licensees, consumers owning grid-connected captive generating plants, open access consumers.

Purchase of energy or certificates.

• Obligations to fulfil solar RPO can be met by purchase of solar certificates only.
• Certificates purchased shall be deposited with the state agency in accordance with detailed procedure laid down by the Central Agency.